TRUCK RACKS 101

Truck lovers agree: The only thing that can make them better is being able to carry more gear. Increase your hauling capacity with a Truck Rack. From occasional loads to daily use, expanding your truck’s ability to carry more, and more varied, loads means you can haul everything from ladders and lumber to rooftop tents and bikes.


Types of Truck Racks

Adjustable Height


Can be raised and lowered depending on your cab height.

Adjustable-height Truck Rack

Fixed Mid-Height


Maintains a low center of gravity, excellent for overlanding.

Fixed-Mid Height Truck Rack

Bed Rail Height


Low profile, easily accessible height.

Bed Rail Height Truck Rack

Truck Rack Comparison


Adjustable Height


$$$

SPECS

Pros

  • 500-lb. on-road weight limit
  • 300-lb. off-road weight limit
  • Adjustable height from 19-30”

BEST FOR..

Cons

  • Carrying long items such as ladders, lumber, or kayaks
  • Multi-sport mounts to carry bikes, skis, or snowboards

Fixed Mid-Height


$$

Pros

  • 500-lb. on-road weight limit
  • 300-lb. off-road weight limit
  • Fixed mid-height position of 13″

Cons

  • Off-roading/Overlanding
  • Great platform for roof top tents

Bed Rail Height


$$

Pros

  • 300-lb. on-road weight limit
  • 180-lb. off-road weight limit
  • Fixed bed rail height

Cons

  • Multi-sport mounts to carry bikes, skis, or snowboards

Heavy-Duty Versatility

Adjustable Height


The OverHaul HD adjustable truck rack offers best-in-class payload and unmatched versatility. Change the crossbar height to suit your needs: way up, for long items to go over the cab—or down low, to get the rack out of the wind. The uprights are easy to take on and off, so the truck’s only racked-up when needed.

Venture Off-the-Grid

Fixed Mid-Height


OutPost HD truck rack is ready for rugged overland adventures. The mid-height design provides a low center of gravity, easy accessibility to gear, and the perfect platform for the SkyRise™ Rooftop Tent.

A Low-Profile Powerhouse

Bed-Rail Height


Keep a sleek, low profile while still being able to carry all the gear you need. Load up bikes, skis, cargo boxes or the SkyRise™ Rooftop Tent, all while freeing up valuable cooler space and carry capacity underneath.


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BedRock HD Truck Rack w/SkyRise Tent

What Truck Rack is Right for You?  

Still not sure which rack is the right fit for your lifestyle? Visit our truck page to see a side by side comparison, dig into the details, and learn more about what suits your needs.

HD Truck Rack Accessories

Truck Accessories

Put a personal touch on your rig with a wide range of accessories. From ladder rollers, eye bolts, and load stops, we’ve got the add-ons to make tackling your next DIY project easier or to turn your truck into a gear-hauling machine.

Tonneau Kit Yakima HD Truck Rack

Tonneau Kit

Haul a ton of gear, without sacrificing the security of your covered bed. This kit adapts Yakima’s OverHaul HD™ and OutPost HD™ truck rack systems to work with your bed cover.

LockNLoad Platform

When you’re ready to take your truck rack to the next level, consider adding the LockNLoad platform to your truck bed rack or truck roof.

HD Bar

Built for the burly, an HD Bar is required to complete your truck rack system. Choose from four sizes, each with integrated tie-down points.