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Thule Force XL and Thule Force Alpine, fit perfectly with enough space to open.
Yakima Lock n Load Roof Rack
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Also, update - tried putting the truck in the garage last night and it cleared by about 2", so that was a relief!
you can thank Gobi Rack for that. They patented direct mount roof racks and have been taking legal action against other US based companies who are producing them. Google it, theres a crazy thread on a 4runner site about it
Dang. That's crazy. In the bicycle world, Specialized is particularly known for doing that. I won't ever ride a Specialized product. Glad I didn't get the Gobi rack then
That is good to know. I just checked out a neighbor's Gobi and it was nice. I will not do business with a company like that.
If you're looking at racks, consider Gamiviti. I have one and it is dang nice. Do yourself a favor, check them out. @nakman (owner of Gamiviti) is a great guy to deal with.
Thanks, I have seen your pics and it looks good. I also have garage issues and I am deciding whether I can get by with my roof boxes or not. Gamiviti is high on the list.
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If you want this specific setup, the only game in town are Yakima and Rhino Rack. I thought that besides for the small hiccup with my order (totally random btw), I think it's worth ordering from Yakima Australia - price is comparable and the product is great.
One thing to consider would be to buy just the Gamiviti towers/mounts. Then buy the Thule bars. You'd drill a hole on each end of the bars and put a bolt thru the hole in the bar and corresponding tower. Super easy and super clean look and cost a fraction of the Yakima setup. Just a thought.
Dang. That's crazy. In the bicycle world, Specialized is particularly known for doing that. I won't ever ride a Specialized product. Glad I didn't get the Gobi rack then
Me either, I was close. Then stumbled upon that thread.
Right? how are you going to patent a pretty universal thing. Its a metal basket that attaches to your factory rack locations lol its not splitting the atom!
Does this sit much higher that the factory rack? I'm thinking about garage clearance.
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Maybe an inch? It still clears my garage door with this rack and a 2.5" lift with 34s.
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How are these Yakima Towers and Crossbars holding up?
How are these Yakima Towers and Crossbars holding up?
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Several road trips with fully loaded carrier boxes, they are holding up great. Love the look, clearance, and the sturdiness!
Reviving an old thread here... but I wanted to let anyone who might be interested that Yakima USA will begin selling the Lock N Load platforms here domestically beginning in August of this year (2019). Initially, Yakima USA will be importing the following platform sizes. Next to each size is listed suggested or approximate vehicle fitments. These are guidelines only to help conceptualize the scale of the platforms. Yakima USA will be releasing a specific tested fit guide in August at launch to ensure proper fitment by year make and model for your specific vehicle.
With that (in a rough size order from small to large):
Platform K: 55x49" - ideal for overcab fixed point on double-cab/extended cab pickups(varies)/crosstrek, compact suv's, etc...
Platform B: 60x54" - ideal for 4Runner's/Cherokee's/Shortbed Tacos/Rangers/Colorados/80 series LC etc...
Platform J: 76x65" - ideal for Longbed tacos/Rangers/Colorados, 70 series (some), shorted fullsize beds (F150, etc) etc....
Platform E: 84x49" - ideal for long thin roofs, 70 series troopies, 100/200 LC, ford flex, some sprinter application (custom), etc
Platform N: 84x54" - ideal for wider long roof, full size vans, sprinters (custom), 100/200 LC (varies), suburban, excursion, etc.
Platform H: 84x62" - ideal for full size sprinter, customer application, lwb vans, etc
Currently, for more information on the system and it's technical specifications please refer to Yakima's Australian site:
LockNLoad Platform: heavy duty roof racks | Yakima
With that (in a rough size order from small to large):
Platform K: 55x49" - ideal for overcab fixed point on double-cab/extended cab pickups(varies)/crosstrek, compact suv's, etc...
Platform B: 60x54" - ideal for 4Runner's/Cherokee's/Shortbed Tacos/Rangers/Colorados/80 series LC etc...
Platform J: 76x65" - ideal for Longbed tacos/Rangers/Colorados, 70 series (some), shorted fullsize beds (F150, etc) etc....
Platform E: 84x49" - ideal for long thin roofs, 70 series troopies, 100/200 LC, ford flex, some sprinter application (custom), etc
Platform N: 84x54" - ideal for wider long roof, full size vans, sprinters (custom), 100/200 LC (varies), suburban, excursion, etc.
Platform H: 84x62" - ideal for full size sprinter, customer application, lwb vans, etc
Currently, for more information on the system and it's technical specifications please refer to Yakima's Australian site:
LockNLoad Platform: heavy duty roof racks | Yakima
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Also, I will be getting a platform in the next week for fitment and wear testing and am available to answer any questions regarding install, compatibility with other systems (thule, rhino, etc), considerations and cost. My understanding is that pricing is being re-finalized due to the most recent round of tariffs but will be ready well in advance of launch. Regardless, expect to pay more than you would for a LoadWarrior...hahahahaha
I had heard the rumors regarding them bringing these in, I'm excited to see that confirmed! Can I assume that they will be bringing in the vehicle specific mounting kits as well?
been looking for something like this to run dual cargo boxes. 3kids + spouse is alot of equipment and an RTT is not an option. we ground tent and bringing supplies for all 5 overland i need lots of cargo area.
looking forward to the reports.
looking forward to the reports.
I use 78” bars on factory rails. I do like this Yakima setup though
