Yakima Roof Rack - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

speedbrds · 05-11-2011, 04:46 AM

For several months, I've been searching for a bike rack. I hated the look of the trunk mounted racks and I really wanted a roof mounted rack.

I finally came across Yakima. They make uiversal/custom racks for all purposes and vehicle types. They had a "will it fit" guide and it indicated one for the Camaro. It is called "Highroller." It consists of the mounts, crossbars, and so forth. The price is $500, which is slightly on the pricey side. However, worth it comeparied to the trunk mounted racks which, in my opinion, look flimsy.

I would like to get it, but I'm a bit hesitant. I was hoping someone here already has one or to get opinions on the system.

For those not sure what I'm talking about, here is a link: http://www.yakima.com/learn/roof-rac...d-roof/towers/

detroitjohnny · 05-11-2011, 09:31 PM

I just picked up my 2SS today and am interested in the same question. Someone has to have used these?

Would prefer this to a hitch, but I ride 3000 miles of trails a year, all over the Midwest. So I need to be able to haul my mtb.

Smitty77 · 05-12-2011, 07:54 AM

I was looking all over for a roof rack for my bikes as well, and noticed the $500 Yakima as well. Once I priced out the hitch/Hollywood hitch rack, it ended up being a couple hundred dollars cheaper to get a hitch and hitch rack. Got the hitch installed for $150 and the Hollywood HR1000 rack new in box off Ebay for $170 shipped. You can hardly see the hitch and I don't have to drive around with an ugly roof rack on my car.

The other thing you might consider is that the hitch is actually made for the Camaro, but the roof rack is "universal" so you may have some difficulty getting it attached to the car without it fitting exactly right and possibly leaving marks on the finish. And if you keep putting it in and taking it off, it is sure to mess up the paint over time.

jtzako · 05-12-2011, 08:03 AM

I put a hidden hitch on mine so I can haul my bike on that type of bike rack. It is unobtrusive on the car and doesnt risk damage like the roof racks do. Some of the hitches I've seen do not 'hide' very well but the one I have does a decent job.

detroitjohnny · 05-12-2011, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtzako

I put a hidden hitch on mine so I can haul my bike on that type of bike rack. It is unobtrusive on the car and doesnt risk damage like the roof racks do. Some of the hitches I've seen do not 'hide' very well but the one I have does a decent job.

Looking around the last couple of days, and spending some time last night checking out the roof of the camaro I am going to go with a hitch and hitch rack.

The one you have installed above is the hidden hitch brand? Looks fairly low profile. Is it a true "no drill" install?

jtzako · 05-12-2011, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by detroitjohnny

Looking around the last couple of days, and spending some time last night checking out the roof of the camaro I am going to go with a hitch and hitch rack.

The one you have installed above is the hidden hitch brand? Looks fairly low profile. Is it a true "no drill" install?

It is a "hidden hitch brand" and is no drill. I did have to partially remove the black plastic part of the rear bumper during installation though.

It bolts up to existing studs so no drill or modification required.

detroitjohnny · 05-12-2011, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtzako

It is a "hidden hitch brand" and is no drill. I did have to partially remove the black plastic part of the rear bumper during installation though.

It bolts up to existing studs so no drill or modification required.

Great, thanks!! That's the one I ordered today. I'll post pics when I get it installed.

05-11-2011, 04:46 AM	#1
speedbrds It wasn't me! Drives: '11 SW Camaro LS Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fontana Posts: 78 View My Garage	Yakima Roof Rack For several months, I've been searching for a bike rack. I hated the look of the trunk mounted racks and I really wanted a roof mounted rack. I finally came across Yakima. They make uiversal/custom racks for all purposes and vehicle types. They had a "will it fit" guide and it indicated one for the Camaro. It is called "Highroller." It consists of the mounts, crossbars, and so forth. The price is $500, which is slightly on the pricey side. However, worth it comeparied to the trunk mounted racks which, in my opinion, look flimsy. I would like to get it, but I'm a bit hesitant. I was hoping someone here already has one or to get opinions on the system. For those not sure what I'm talking about, here is a link: http://www.yakima.com/learn/roof-rac...d-roof/towers/

05-12-2011, 07:54 AM	#3
Smitty77 Drives: 2011 Cyber Grey 2LT/RS Camaro Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 137	I was looking all over for a roof rack for my bikes as well, and noticed the $500 Yakima as well. Once I priced out the hitch/Hollywood hitch rack, it ended up being a couple hundred dollars cheaper to get a hitch and hitch rack. Got the hitch installed for $150 and the Hollywood HR1000 rack new in box off Ebay for $170 shipped. You can hardly see the hitch and I don't have to drive around with an ugly roof rack on my car. The other thing you might consider is that the hitch is actually made for the Camaro, but the roof rack is "universal" so you may have some difficulty getting it attached to the car without it fitting exactly right and possibly leaving marks on the finish. And if you keep putting it in and taking it off, it is sure to mess up the paint over time. __________________

05-12-2011, 08:03 AM	#4
jtzako Drives: 2010 IBM Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Tx Posts: 1,157	I put a hidden hitch on mine so I can haul my bike on that type of bike rack. It is unobtrusive on the car and doesnt risk damage like the roof racks do. Some of the hitches I've seen do not 'hide' very well but the one I have does a decent job. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS Imperial Blue \| CAI Inc, CAI \| Solo Hi Flow Cats \| X-Pipe \| Backup Camera \| PDIM

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05-11-2011, 09:31 PM	#2
detroitjohnny Drives: 2011 2SS/RS M6 and many more Join Date: May 2011 Location: Traverse City, MI Posts: 96	I just picked up my 2SS today and am interested in the same question. Someone has to have used these? Would prefer this to a hitch, but I ride 3000 miles of trails a year, all over the Midwest. So I need to be able to haul my mtb.