Yakima ReelDeal Dimension Fit

Updated 02/10/2021 | Published 02/05/2021

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Yakima ReelDeal Rooftop Fishing Rod Carrier - Locking - 8 Fishing Poles

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$238.95

Lift Brackets for Yakima ReelDeal or Big PowderHound and PowderHound Carriers - Qty 2

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$19.25

Question:

I am going to purchase a roof top rod rack for my 2021 Subaru outback. Your rack Yakama Real Deal Rack may fit the bill. I need the dimension from the opening to the bottom of the mount that touches the top of the cross member on the car. The Rhino roof rack dimension looks higher is it? I do not want a large rod with surf reel to hit the roof.

asked by: Scott A

Expert Reply:

Glad you like the Yakima ReelDeal Rooftop Fishing Rod Carrier # Y04089. This clamshell style has a thick rubber portion to conform around the rods and can be used for ski's and snow boars as well. The measurement from the top of this rubber piece to the bottom of the clamp that attaches/rests to roof rack is 3-1/4" this rubber piece is 1" in height before compression. Clearance from the roof of your 2021 Subaru Outback will be an additional 2-1/2" from the top of your current roof rack.

If this does not provide enough clearance for your larger dimension fishing reels, I suggest you consider raising the Yakima ReelDeal with lift brackets, # Y8860037.

expert reply by: Michael R