DANGER- If you have a Yakima Rack Read this!!

[bsd43]

Bump... Any updates or word from Yakima on this one?

[nickfromny]

Use Thule. Have run Ski Box loaded with 6 pair of skis in high winds on highway on my 07 touring. Mileage was down but rack and box stayed on.

[myben]

I also had the slippage problem with the first set of clips recommended on my 06 Prius. I have had yakima racks for decades with "zero problems" and always did self installs. Decided to change to the new recommended clips and to pay for the professional install--have had no problems since even when fully loaded. This post does give me pause.

As to tiedowns, the info provided by John is great! I had used the tiedowns on the bottom of the car but couldn't go 100 miles without experiencing friction snapping the front lines (also the metal on the tow hooks has a sharp not rounded edge which probably contributed). Still,the rack should not go flying off, especially if you aren't exceedign the design limits of the rack. I frequently carry 2-4 kayaks or 2 kayaks and 2 bikes, or a basket full of gear.

[TF63101]

It's not your rack that needs the tie down lines, its your gear! The upward pressure from the air off your windshield is huge, especially at 60+ mph. Add in a cross wind, or worse yet the jet blast from a passing semi, and the upward pressure on a boat or board is dangerous. Get a board cover with a loops or eyelets for fore and aft tie down lines to run (1) over your hood to your front bumper, and (2) down to your back bumper. BTW, Yak racks work great.