John MartinEmployee

Posted on June 25, 2018

Functional and classic

• Familiarity: I've used it several times

These bars are solid, functional with many different racks and a classic choice for roof bars. They are slightly loud but the sturdiness and ease of use is incomparable.

matt

Posted on June 18, 2018

you need them if you need them

• Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

there work great for any accessory you're putting up top. I've had longer bars when driving a smaller vehicle so I could fit a Yakima Rocket Box and two Yakima Front Loaders for bikes. Now I'm in a Jeep I wanted shorter bars that don't stick out as far. on my old bars, I was unable to get the caps off without damaging the bars or destroying the cap. Rust and weather took its toll.
Don't forget to buy the end caps when you purchase these!

Steve OGearhead

Posted on September 30, 2017

30 years and still going.

• Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

ive used Yakima bars for about 30 years and still love them. attachments work great and install is a breeze.

Patrick BonerGearhead

Posted on July 5, 2017

Beautiful Bars

• Familiarity: I've used it several times

These have a nice matte polished black color to them, and are very durable/sturdy. The only thing really is the end caps which are a bit cheap and can easily crack. These work great with the Q towers and are easy to install together.

James EverittGearhead

Posted on July 6, 2016

Good Strong Solid Bars! End caps suck...

• Familiarity: I've put it through the wringer

The only thing Yakima should change is the plastic end caps. Super cheap both in appearance and function and these are therefore liable to both crack and fall off your bars after a period of time. The bars themselves are fabulous and super functional!!

JeremyBEmployee

Posted on April 28, 2016

Round is better than square

Like it for what it does. Be sure to silicone glue down the end caps... they come out otherwise. Also, don't over clamp your devices... the rubber does strip.

Anna V.

Posted on September 29, 2015

Works great!

The only reason I didn't give this a 5 star rating is because I specifically used the chat function on Back Country to ask if the end caps were included with these bars. I was told that they were included and they're shown in the picture, so even though I know Yakima doesn't generally include the end caps, I though maybe I got luck with Back Country. Nope. It's not a huge deal, but I did have to track down the caps after the rail grabs and bars arrived.

The actual bars work great though!

Colin Clancy

Posted on May 5, 2015

Solid

• Familiarity: I've used it several times

They seem solid and high quality, except for the cheap plastic end caps.

Danny M H

Posted on March 20, 2013

Solid roof system

I really like the round bar of the Yakima racks because there are a lot of after-market companies that make compatible accessories and it allows certain accessories like the kayak and front bike wheel holders to be pushed down when not in use. We do not have the faring so it is a little loud but not loud enough to get the faring.

Vince

Posted on September 23, 2011

Avg. ride time: 10m per week

Solid Bars

These look great, feel solid, and I know they hold up to time and the elements, as this is my second pair. The first pair is still on my other car, looking great and doing the job worry-free. Synthetic coating is easy to scratch if you're an idiot, and I definitely scratched part of it off during installation. What does that make me?

5 STARS :)

Posted on August 10, 2011

Very Strong

These bars are very solid, I'm sure they will last. Holds 2 highrollers nicely.

Posted on August 10, 2011

Very Strong

These bars are very solid, I'm sure they will last. Holds 2 highrollers nicely.

Adam Benson

Posted on June 21, 2011

Wunderbar!

These are the right fit for the 1998 Subaru Forester; any other size and I'd risk knocking myself or my passengers out!

These appear to be very well made. The heavy and stout feel should equal longevity and security. The bars are also coated to keep weather from wearing away at the metal.

Since the end caps aren't included with the bars (God knows why not) you also need to purchase those. They're surprisingly important to keep moisture out to keep your wonderful bars from rusting over time. I've considered putting pvc tape or Loctite on the cap inserts to assure no elements infiltrate the bars.

If you're not sure if this is the size you need visit the Yakima.com website, choose the "fit my car" feature and search for your vehicle make and model. It will suggest exactly what's right for you. Likewise, it is also important to consider what you are planning to transport (especially if it is a boat) and make sure the width of the item will fit on these bars securely.

Jonathan Wilson

Posted on March 12, 2011

Just right

Bought a set of 48's for the roof rack on my 2010 Hoda Civic that we're using down here in South America. The 48's fit perfect using q-towers with zero overhang. I'd hate to have anything longer sticking outboard of such a small car, lest I should have to wear a helmit all the time getting in and out.

Logan Throndsen

Posted on October 27, 2010

Yakima 48 Inch RoundBar - 1 Pair

These are the foundation to your Yakima accessories. Fits great on top of my Subaru Outback. I guess I must have bought my rack system before locks were invented as there is no way for me to secure the rack(without spending $150+ on what looks to be a newer mounting system). That is my disappointment with the rack system. In the future I will be purchasing a Thule.

hammer

Posted on August 19, 2010

stolen

The racks are really easy to steal !! I had the racks pried off my Honda Civic ! $400 dollars down the drain ! Be aware !!

John W. C.

Posted on March 18, 2009

Yakima is Yakima

I have used Yakima products for years, and have always found them ultra dependable.