Can I Use the StraightShot Extender with the Yakima EXO Swing Away System?
Updated 03/04/2026 | Published 01/29/2026
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Hi, I have a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X, 4XE 2025 model which is tuned by Brute in the Netherlands. Tires including the spare tire on the back is 35 inch and also quite a bit wider than the regular tires. I was wondering if the EXO system would still fit with or without the StraightShot hitch extension. Considering both the space between the hitch and the tire, and the required space behind the tire between the GearLocker and the tire itself. Also, if I reach out directly, would it be possible to ship to the Netherlands? Either through a freight forwarding service or directly? I know there will be import taxes, but I can’t find any similar quality solution in the Netherlands. Also eager to know how fast you could ship. I looking for this set with the Ski solution and the box. On top of that the EXO LitKit, and if required the EXO StraightShot hitch extension.
asked by: Peter
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Expert Reply:
Hello Peter,
Thanks so much for the pictures. The EXO system is going to look great on your Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.
I have some good news, and some not so good news.
Let’s start with the good news. The Yakima StraightShot Hitch Extension - 2" Hitches - 7-1/4" Long # Y69VR is listed to work with the Yakima EXO SwingBase Swing Away Hitch Extender - 2" Hitches # Y34VR, which is the base for the Yakima EXO Swing Away Ski and Snowboard Carrier w/ Enclosed Cargo Carrier # Y94ZR. The # Y69VR is exactly what you will need to clear the back spare tire.
Now for the not-so-good news. At this time, we don’t ship directly to the Netherlands. That said, many customers use freight-forwarding services to place an order with us and have items forwarded internationally. This would work well for the Yakima EXO Swing Away Ski and Snowboard Carrier w/ Enclosed Cargo Carrier # Y94ZR. It really is an awesome setup.
Where do you usually go skiing in the Netherlands?
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Kate F.
3/4/2026
Hey Peter, did the EXO system with the StraightShot extension give you enough clearance behind your Wrangler’s spare tire? Your setup sounds great, and knowing how it fit could help others with similar builds.