How Many Crossbars Do I Need for Yakima Track System?
Question:
How many crossbars should I get for my Snugtop camper shell with Yakima corebar track system 6.75’ bed? I want to carry my 14’ kayak and gear. Thanks.
asked by: Diana
Expert Reply:
You only need two crossbars for the Yakima track system installed on the camper shell on your 2018 Ford F-250 to use most accessories. If you need crossbars, I recommend the Yakima CoreBar 60" Crossbars # Y00422 with the SkyLine Towers # Y53TR. This will give you the two crossbars and four towers to mount the bars to the track. This crossbar system has a weight capacity of 220 lbs, which is more than enough for your kayak and gear.
If you are needing a kayak carrier, I recommend the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier # Y04073. This is a J-style kayak carrier that folds down flat when not in use. It features padded bases and arms to protect your kayak from scuffs and scratches and includes tie-down straps to keep everything secure while in transit. You can also use a multipurpose roof rack holder like the Rhino-Rack # RRRMPHU to secure your kayak paddle to your roof rack as well.
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Rhino-Rack Multipurpose Holders for Roof Rack Crossbars - Universal Mount - Qty 2
- Fishing Rod Holders
- Vehicle Rod Carriers
- Roof Mount
- Nylon
- 3 Rods
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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SkyLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Fixed Mounting Points, Flush Rails, and Track Systems - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Rack
- Tower Parts
- Towers
- Yakima
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Yakima CoreBar Crossbars - Steel - Black - 60" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 60 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Yakima
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