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Yakima Bigstack
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Yakima Bigstack

Item # 767991

$139.00

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Enjoying increased capacity and ease of use, boaters can return to paradise with the Yakima Bigstack, the next generation of post system!

  • Single-post design with integrated padding carries up to four kayaks vertically; posts fold flat when not in use
  • Anchor head design provides two options for securing boats to the rack
  • Outer hooks on anchor head can be used for ''lasso loading,'' or straps can be run through the center of the anchor head
  • Custom mounting hardware fits most aftermarket and factory installed racks
  • Bigstack locks to crossbar with SKS locking system, sold separately

Yakima Racks

Imported.

Item 767991

Yakima Bigstack Customer Reviews

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Yakima Bigstack
 
3.4

(based on 8 reviews)

63%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (5)
  • Functional (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Kayaking (7)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Recreational user (6)

    Reviewed by 8 customers

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    May

    16

    2008

    (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    dont waste your money

    By yakkie

    from denver, co

    About Me Recreational Rider

    Site Member

    Pros

      Cons

      • Completely unstable
      • Not Functional

      Best Uses

      • Boating
      • Kayaking

      Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

      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.

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jul

      14

      2008

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Product!

      By JC Bay

      from Rural Virginia

      About Me Recreational Rider

      Pros

      • Compact
      • Functional
      • Rugged

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Kayaking

        Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

        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.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        May

        8

        2008

        (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        2.0

        not a fan

        By AdventureSeeker

        from Hingham, MA

        About Me Recreational Rider

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Easy Install
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Kayaking

          Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

          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.

          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Aug

          7

          2009

           
          4.0

          Not perfect, but completely satisfactory

          By boatmn

          from Oxford CT

          About Me Advanced User

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Functional

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Kayaking

            Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

            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

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            Jul

            3

            2009

             
            2.0

            Not for larger kayaks

            By adamjive

            from Hickory, NC

            About Me Recreational User

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Compact

            Cons

            • Not Functional

            Best Uses

            • Kayaking

            Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

            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.

            • Gift:
            • No

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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            May

            14

            2009

             
            5.0

            Easy and Stable

            By Hiker Painter

            from Eugene, OR

            About Me Recreational User

            Pros

            • Compact
            • Functional
            • Lightweight
            • Simple adaptable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Kayaking

              Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

              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.

              • Gift:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Mar

              7

              2009

               
              4.0

              Not bad

              By Jean-Paul

              from Rockville, MD

              About Me Recreational User

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Compact
              • Functional

              Cons

              • Slow to Setup

              Best Uses

              • Boating

              Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

              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.

              • Gift:
              • No

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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              Jun

              9

              2008

               
              5.0

              easy way to transport 2 kayaks

              By ----

              from Minneapolis, MN

              About Me Beginner

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Compact
              • Functional
              • Rugged
              • Stable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Kayaking

                Comments about Yakima Bigstack:

                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.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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