Recommended Ladder Rack and Bike Rack for 2016 GMC Sierra with BAK Revolver X4 Tonneau Cover
Updated 07/31/2018 | Published 07/30/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I have a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 with Revolver x4s. Bike/Utility rack options mounting in stake pockets Are there any low-profile towers/cross bars compatible with the TracRac base rails for 5.5foot bed? I would lie the flexibility to add the SR to haul gear i want above the cab/bed. However i would like a low-profile cross bar system i can attach bike racks to. What if any options do i have?
asked by: Brett
Expert Reply:
The Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack # TH43002XT-782 is confirmed to fit your 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and is the only ladder rack available for your truck that mounts on top of the bed rails, making it compatible with your existing BAK Revolver X4s Tonneau Cover # BAK25VR. This is indeed a great system that will provide versatility for hauling loads with its sliding legs and 1,250 pound capacity, however the base rails are not compatible with any low-profile crossbar systems like what you mentioned.
Your best option for transporting your bikes is with a hitch-mounted rack. The particular bike rack that will work best for you will depend on how many bikes you plan on transporting, along with their styles and weights. I really like the Kuat NV 2.0 # NV22G, which can handle 2 bikes of up to 60 pounds each, has a tilt-away design, and uses ratcheting hooks to secure your bikes by the front wheels with no frame contact.
Another option is a rack that secures to the floor of your truck bed like the Thule Insta-Gater # TH93VR or the fork mount Hollywood Racks # HRT970.
I have attached a couple of short video demonstrations on these racks so you can see exactly how they work.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Thule TracRac SR Sliding Truck Bed Ladder Rack - 1,250 lbs
- Ladder Racks
- Truck Bed
- Sliding Rack
- Crossbar Rack
- Tonneau Compatible
- Over-Cab Height
- 1200 lbs
- Over the Bed
- No Drilling Required
- Thule
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Q&A: Looking For Crossbar System To Go On Roll N Lock XT Tonneau Cover On 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab
- Video: Mount: Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack on a 2019 Ram 1500
- Q&A: Quiet Roof Rack for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend Edition
- Q&A: Will Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbars for Retrax XR Tonneau Cover Fit Roll-N-Lock M-Series XT
- Q&A: Height Above Roof of Thule Roof Rack on 2023 GMC Sierra 2500
- Video: Step-By-Step Installation Tutorial for the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack on a 2009 Ford F-150
- Shop: TS Rails for TruXedo Elevate Rack System - Full Size - X-Short Bed - 63" - Aluminum
- Shop: Thule Canyon XT Roof Cargo Basket - Steel - 69" x 40" x 6" - 150 lbs
- Shop: Yakima LockNLoad Platform Rack for Crossbars - Aluminum - 60" Long x 54" Wide
- Shop: Yakima OffGrid Roof Cargo Basket - Steel - 62" Long x 40" Wide - 165 lbs
- Search Results: elevate rack
- Search Results: platform rack roof rack
- Shop: Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack for Camper Shells - Track Mount - Black - 59" Bars
- Search Results: vortex bars
- Search Results: rhino rack roof bike racks
- Search Results: roof bike racks
- Video: Checking Out the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack
- Shop: Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Roof Tray - Aluminum - 71" Long x 56" Wide
- Shop: Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Crossbars - Black - 65" Long - Qty 2
- Search Results: rr42115bf
- Search Results: rrva165b~rrrlt600
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: Recommended Bike Rack and Dual Hitch Adapter for Carrying E-Bikes While Flat Towing
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Q&A: How Does The Furrion Chill Cube Thermostat Get Wired To The AC System
on Ladder Racks
