Which Ladder Rack Is Compatible With 2015 Silverado 1500 5-1/2' Bed With Bakflip F1 Bed Cover?

Updated 05/06/2021 | Published 05/05/2021

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Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack - Aluminum - Silver - 500 lbs

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$691.20

Load Stops for Adarac Truck Bed Ladder Rack Crossbars with Mounting Channels- Qty 2

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Aluminum Tie-Downs for Adarac Aluminum and Aluminum Pro Series Ladder Rack Utility Rails - Qty 4

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Malone SeaWing Kayak Roof Rack w/ Load Assist and Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On

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Question:

Greetings, Im looking for a product like this, but I know this one isnt compatible: Height and/or sliding length adjustments important up over cab or from back window and extend off the back . Use case is mostly rec for canoes,kayaks, bikes and some construction materials. Thule product would be great but open to other good product offerings.. Any options? Thanks in advance for any insights !! 2015 Silverado shrtbox and BAKflip FS1 tri tonneau hard cover

asked by: Ken

Expert Reply:

Your best option for a ladder rack is the Adarac Pro Series Custom Truck Bed Ladder Rack # A4000963. While this doesn't have the ability to adjust the height and it is not a sliding rack, this is likely the only ladder rack that will work with your current Bakflip tri-fold tonneau cover. The upright arms of the Adarac rack allow for the hard cover to fold up properly, whereas some other racks are slanted inward and would interfere with the cover.

I recommend adding Load Stops # A4000880 or Aluminum Tie-Downs # A4000882 which slide into the T-slot channel on top of the crossbars and help to secure cargo. Then for your kayaks you could look into various carriers as most are compatible with the Adarac square bars; I recommend the Malone Sea Wing Stinger Combo Kayak Carrier and Stinger Load Assist # MPG113MD. This would be an excellent carrier with built-in load assist to help you get the kayaks on the roof. I attached a few demonstration videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Andrew N