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The flush design of the Yakima BaseLine FX keeps the crossbars tight to the roofline, giving a clean, from-the-factory appearance. With no bar overhang, it blends in smoothly and keeps a low profile. The integrated crossbar and tower system maintains a streamlined look while still being ready for serious hauling.
Driving with an empty rack can sometimes create wind noise, but these aero-style aluminum crossbars help keep things quiet. Push-down rubber strips fill the top channels, reducing whistling and vibration while you’re on the road. The result is a smoother, quieter ride for long highway drives or weekend trips.
This rack is ready to carry just about any gear. The crossbars work with both channel-mount and clamp-on accessories, so you can easily attach bike racks, kayak cradles, or cargo boxes. Whether you’re heading out to camp, paddle, or ski, this setup gives you the flexibility to bring what you need.
Built from durable aluminum and finished in black, the BaseLine FX delivers strength without adding unnecessary weight. It has a 165-lb weight capacity—plenty for kayaks, canoes, or camping gear—while still observing your vehicle’s maximum roof load limit. The sturdy build inspires confidence for long trips and heavy loads alike.
You can equip the rack with Yakima Same Key System (SKS) lock cores (sold separately) to help deter theft of both the crossbars and any channel-mounted accessories. It’s an easy upgrade for extra peace of mind when your gear is parked outside overnight or at the trailhead.
Ratings & Reviews

Gwendolyn Y.
7/7/2025
That sounds like you had an amazing trip, Ryan! What places did you travel to?

Gwendolyn Y.
7/7/2025
That sounds like you had an amazing trip, Ryan! What places did you travel to?

Mike L.
5/2/2026
We're glad we could help Alex, nice truck!!

Jana
1/3/2026
I’ve lost a second cover. Some shifting of the rack but I use it weekly.

Albert
1/30/2026
It continues to work just fine. The customer service st etrailer has always been exceptional

Jd
3/7/2019
2-years into owning my system: I have had the rack on the vehicle for 2-years and never removed it. Every 3-4 months i check the performance of the base clips and they have never come lose. I think best practice is to always check the stability of the rack however i have never had a problem and the system has always stayed tight and firm. Its been a great system for the vehicle.

Victoria H.
11/29/2024
That's awesome Steve! Thanks for the photo; what a fun looking set up you have there.

Linda
3/1/2026
Still amazing, easy to clip on and off between road trips. Sturdy an well made.
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Mike L.
5/28/2026
Nice! Glad to hear that your roof rack is working well for you. Thanks for sending the photos!