How to Add Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform to 2015 Chevy Tahoe With Naked Roof
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/16/2025
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Question:
I’ve got a 2015 Chevy Tahoe with a bare roof. I’m wanting a pioneer platform, and really like the look of the backbone. Is it possible to use a backbone for a Tahoe?
asked by: Luiken S
Expert Reply:
Hey Luiken! The Backbone mounting system is vehicle specific. Unfortunately, Rhino-Rack does not make one that will fit the 2015 Tahoe. However, you can still add the pioneer platform. Since you have a naked roof you will need to add tracks to be able to add a platform rack.
What you can use is the Rhino-Rack Pioneer Platform Rack - Track Mount - 52" Long x 54" Wide # RR98QX. This comes with 36-1/4" long tracks, legs, spacer blocks, and the platform to mount on top of your Tahoe. If you're looking for longer tracks or a different size platform let me know in the comments below and we can piece something together. I did look at Yakima and for the Tahoe with a roof rack they use the 55" Long x 49" Wide LockNLoad # Y05044-39 so I think the 52" Long x 54" Wide Pioneer will work well.
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Robin H.
10/30/2025
Hey Luiken, how did the Pioneer Platform setup with the track mount work out on your Tahoe? Your update could make it easier for others trying to add a platform to a bare roof.