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The BigStack's narrow profile takes up the least amount of rooftop space and carries up to four boats on their sides. It's padded to protect your boat and vehicle, and the steel-reinforced arms fold down when not in use. Last but certainly not least, the word “stack” makes you think of delicious pancakes. What more could you possibly need?
Four-boat capacity in a small package
New SteelCore™ construction utilizes a steel substrate encased in durable foam padding
Folds down flat when not in use for the ultimate in rooftop clearance. Hullguard™ pads protect and keep your boat looking brand new
Locks to crossbar with SKS system (SKS lock cores not included)
AnchorHead ™ tie-down feature offers improved strap management
Includes 1 pair of Heavy Duty Straps, with padded buckles
Includes Bow/Stern Tie-Down Straps to complete kayak stability
Fits round, square and most factory crossbars out of the box
Speak softly and carry a BigStack. Yakima's BigStack has integrated padding and easier strap management, extreme stability, lockability with SKS lock cores and it folds down when not in use. Integrated padding protects your sweet boat from dents and dings. A closed ring and anchor head design works to easily catch straps; makes it simple to tie your boat down from any angle. When you aren't hauling your boats folding the BigStack down gives you a sleeker profile and saves the lives of uncountable bugs. Your boat is only as secure as your rack, the BigStack will lock to your rack with SKS lock cores (sold separately)
Speak softly and carry a BigStack. Yakima's BigStack has integrated padding and easier strap management, extreme stability, lockability with SKS lock cores and it folds down when not in use.
Enjoying increased capacity and ease of use, boaters can return to paradise with the Yakima Bigstack, the next generation of post system!
The Yakima BigStack Boat Rack holds two boats in a vertical position to take up minimal space on top of your car, so you can also add a cargo box, bike rack, or another BigStack. When you're not driving around with sea or whitewater kayaks on top of your roof, the BigStack Boat Rack folds down to reduce wind resistance and increase gas mileage. This versatile rack works with Yakima round bars, square bars, and most factory roof racks.
The BigStack's
narrow profile takes up the least amount of rooftop space and carries up to four
boats on their sides. It's padded to protect your boat and vehicle, and
the steel-reinforced arms fold down when not in use. Last but certainly not least,
the word stack makes you think of delicious pancakes. What more
could you possibly need?
| Attachment: | Round, Square or Factory crossbars |
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| Compatibility: | Round, square, & factory bars |
| Country of Origin: | United States |
| Locking: | SKS Compatible |
| Locks Included: | No, sold separately |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | 1 Year |
| Max Load: | 2 Kayaks |
| Recommended Use: | Shuttling sea and whitewater kayaks |
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 | Yakima BigStack Kayak Rack | $139.00 |
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 | Black / Silver |
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| Yakima BowDown | Yakima Showboat | Yakima HullRaiser |
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| Yakima Viper Bike Rack | Yakima KingPin Bike Rack | Thule Roll Model Kayak Rack |
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| Black / Silver | 111.20 |
| None | 139.00 |
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Not bad | |
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| I do not suffer stability issues with this item like some reviews have mentioned. It takes more time though to stabilize then 'J style' racks. I always use bow/aft straps and my kayak is just over 16 feet in length of moderate touring design. My kayak has not suffered any of its scratches from this rack set up. I am happy with the product as my roof is narrow and can not fit two 'J style' racks on my car. This rack allows me to carry more then one kayak on my small car. I would go with a 'J style' rack if I had more space or only wanted to carry one Kayak as they are much easier and faster to load. | |
| Jean-Paul at REI on 03/07/2009 | |
Easy and Stable | |
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| I have used the Big Stack three times now. I attached it to my factory rack on a Toyota 4 Runner. I'm hauling two 14.5 foot kayaks. The rack with the adapter attaches nicely and securely to the rack. The straps cinch down the yaks perfectly. You need a second set of front and rear lines. I'll weigh in on durability later, but for now a great product. 15 minutes of loading time by myself, not being in a hurry. The only thing I see that might be a problem is stability on the round type bar racks with a smaller diameter than my oblong shaped factory bar. | |
| Hiker Painter at REI on 05/14/2009 | |
Sweet Stuff | |
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I have the yakima bars and had bought the thule kayak rack initially because it said it was compatible and i got it for just a bit cheaper. major problems with it. It rotated on the bars super easy and didn't have a lock, so i had to take it off every time. however, the yakima bigstack is perfect. holds great with less rotation. locks in place on top and has held my kayak on with speeds of 65mph. make sure you use the straps like they recommend inside the box. straps are plenty long. folds down easily so they are not standing up looking goofy too. | |
| matthew.ar1501954 at Backcountry.com on 08/07/2008 | |
Not perfect, but completely satisfactory | |
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| I found no stability problems with my 17 and 18 foot kayaks. I use bow and stern lines, but you should always use bow and stern lines no matter what type of rack and accessories you are using.I have also used it with my 20 ft tandem | |
| boatmn at REI on 08/07/2009 | |
easy way to transport 2 kayaks | |
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| A stable efficient way to transport two recreational 10 foot kayaks. Follow the strap configuration instructions carefully for proper stability. Big stacker folds when not in use so I can get into my garage in my Subaru. | |
| ---- at REI on 06/09/2008 | |
Works Great on Factory Bars | |
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I have an 06 4-Runner and the Big Stacks fit great. They fold down and hide themselves well and make no noise when I drive. Go buy yourself a set! | |
| Patrick Sandholdt at Backcountry.com on 08/22/2008 | |
Great Product! | |
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| Holds up to 4 kayaks but we use it for 2. Convenient, quick- tie. Holds securely (if tied correctly). Check to make sure rack is screwed tightly to vehicle rack. | |
| JC Bay at REI on 07/14/2008 | |
Not for larger kayaks | |
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| Decided to save a few bucks and get this to transport two 12.5 ft fishing kayaks (~60 lbs ea). I found for this application these were quite a bit inadequate. It is very difficult to attach the 2nd kayak, I can't imagine going for 4 as the box advertises. They were not even close to stable without very taught lines from bow and stern (I actually bent the bars a bit from over tightening). With some effort and cuss words I was able to make it work for a 7 hour round trip at all speeds and some very heavy winds... so it's not a complete loss, and would probably be fine for a play boat or two. For me, I'm returning and getting a couple sets of hullraisers... I think the time (and insurance premiums) I save will be well worth the extra $100. | |
| adamjive at REI on 07/03/2009 | |
not a fan | |
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| Stacking the kayaks was easy enough for more than one person. However, driving I didn't feel that the kayaks were held securly enough. Make sure you get bumpers for roof racks, mine are scratched now because I didn't use any. | |
| AdventureSeeker at REI on 05/08/2008 | |
dont waste your money | |
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| not stable, not worth it. you would be better off tying boat down to car and hoping for the best. had to give it one star-would of prefered to give it zero. | |
| yakkie at REI on 05/16/2008 | |
