Yakima Rack

mwandaw · Post by **mwandaw** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 1:26 am

I ordered a basic Yakima rack for my 2006 GT from http://www.rackoutfitters.com/. They have a discount price, and the parts arrived in good shape a day earlier than expected. The Yakima components were easy to install (especially the LowRider) and they seem to be good quality.This is what I ordered:8000135 - Yakima New Q Towers - Set of 28000114 - Yakima LowRider - Set of 28000409 - Yakima 58 Inch RoundBars - Set of 28000683 - Yakima Q83-A Clips - Set of 28007206 - Yakima SKS Lock Cores - Set of 6These parts are good for anyone who wants to carry larger loads. Two sets of LowRiders that attach to the factory rack would be better for smaller loads. The 58" RoundBars (crossbars) are too wide for everyday use, but I wanted the extra width for utility purposes, and I don't plan to leave the racks on all of the time. I'll just put them on when needed.Thanks to lovemyraffe (http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=30894) for some good advice. I'll try to order more Yakima goodies from him in the future.

northvibe · Post by **northvibe** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 1:54 am

nice, and it looks good too on the white vibe

lovemyraffe · Post by **lovemyraffe** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 3:42 am

Glad you got some. I hope in the future you will give me a chance to match some prices for you.

mwandaw · Post by **mwandaw** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 3:46 am

I will definitely get in touch with you when I am ready to order a bike mount. It just didn't work out this time, I guess because of the craziness of moving your store.Thanks again for the advice and help.

Losthwy · Post by **Losthwy** » Fri Apr 25, 2008 7:31 pm

I have a similar setup, main difference the front towers are the Control Towers with #6 landing pads that are permanently attached to the roof. Same Q Towers in the back, 48" bars with load stops for the ladder. I was pleasantly surprised that on the interstate the wind noise from the ladder was not noticeable at all.

mwandaw · Post by **mwandaw** » Thu Apr 02, 2009 12:46 am

dvgb173 - I have a 2006 Vibe GT (see the original post at the top of the page). There are also photos included in the original post at the top of the page. If you would like some up-close photos, please just let me know.Since I have a 2006 model, I don't know what is needed for a 2009. However, lovemyraffe http://forums.genvibe.com/zero...=5973 has given me good advice in the past, and he may be able to help you, too.Please let me know if I can help with anything.Mike Wilkinson

dvgb173 · Post by **dvgb173** » Thu Apr 02, 2009 7:52 am

Sorry mwandaw, I was replying to the post above mine by Losthwy.

dvgb173 · Post by **dvgb173** » Thu Apr 02, 2009 7:56 am

Losthwy, I'd like to see a picture of your rack with the Control towers and landing pads #6. I also would prefer a fixed front bar.What year/model is your Vibe?I have an 09 GT and I am having a hard time finding out if any of the lp's will work on it. I think the roof line is different from previous years.Thanks.

lovemyraffe · Post by **lovemyraffe** » Thu Apr 02, 2009 11:36 am

Quote, originally posted by dvgb173 »I have an 09 GT and I am having a hard time finding out if any of the lp's will work on it. I think the roof line is different from previous years.Thanks.I have some bad news for you. Yakima does not have landing pads that will work on your car. The best option for you is to get Q-towers.

vibolista · Post by **vibolista** » Sat Apr 04, 2009 1:09 am

Quote, originally posted by Losthwy »I have a similar setup, main difference the front towers are the Control Towers with #6 landing pads that are permanently attached to the roof. Same Q Towers in the back, 48" bars with load stops for the ladder.Do you have a picture of your rack system with the Control Tower attachment on your Vibe? I'm just starting to think about doing something with my 08 Vibe's roof rack to make it a little more usable for the Summer. Would be nice to see.

Sull · Post by **Sull** » Fri Apr 17, 2009 12:16 am

Nice Rack, looks good on white! I don't like the 58"s though I have similar setup with 48" bars check it out http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=36579I just got my two "highroller" bike racks, the setup looks super badass, I'll have to post updated pics soon!!!

mwandaw · Post by **mwandaw** » Fri Apr 17, 2009 12:23 am

Hi Sull,I agree that the 48" bars you have look nicer. We bought the 58" bars thinking that they would be better when we carry cargo that's bigger than our tandem bike. (See the last picture of our car in our Vibe Garage.)BTW - have you tried your rack with AND without the fairing? Is there a noticeable difference in wind noise?Mike Wilkinson

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