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Originally Posted by PescadorPete
I had a look at the Yakima Outdoorsman on line and it looks to me that the trac-racs are more rugged and an overall better design. Beefier uprights and crossbars. The uprights actually tilt inwards which helps dampen any side to side sway. I had them on my previous Ranger for many years and never had to re-tighten or replace any bolts. Survived off road in the Sierras but Baja is probably tougher. Maybe I need to do a field trip to Baja to test them out.  |
I noticed that tilt also and came up with the same conclusion that it would help minimize the side to side.
Yo Yakdout. When is your next trip to Mako Roberto's place?
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