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Replace your vehicle's factory crossbars with these Landing Pads that are designed to install directly to the crossbar mounting points on your side rails. The pads create mounting points for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers.
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These pads let you replace your vehicle's factory roof rack. Simply remove your factory crossbars and mount these pads in their place. The pads create attachment points for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers (sold separately). These towers pair with Yakima crossbars (sold separately) to create a complete aftermarket roof rack system.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (233 Customer Reviews)
Replace your vehicle's factory crossbars with these Landing Pads that are designed to install directly to the crossbar mounting points on your side rails. The pads create mounting points for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers.The Landing Pad 15 was exactly what I needed for 2019 Subaru Outback Yakima Sky Line Towers. I am 5'3" older lady and was able to install the entire system with Jet Stream crossbars without assistance, thanks to videos. (Yakimas instructions are photo only). But I really want to commend your company on the website, shipping, video tutorials, personalized communication, and follow up. Great job etrailer!
Yes, The Yakima roof rack has been working flawlessly. I did have one issue where one of the landing pad covers flew off that I had to replace. I understand parts wear and plastic gets brittle and/or shrinks with time in the sun, but that shouldn't have happened so soon. Other than that, we bought a Thule Motion XT box to use for long travels.
The Yakima Landing Pads are an essential component of the rack system in use on my vehicle. They are paired perfectly with the rest of the system and were easily installed and removed at the end of seasonal use-- though they could easily remain a permanent installation. The items are excellently constructed and have weathered their heavy use with no evidence of wear.
Appreciate that this company had a # 15 Yakima landing pad set available for a very reasonable price. Order came through quickly and I'm back in business with a 2018 Subaru Outback using my older Yakima "towers" , bars and kayak saddles.
Thanks guys!
The rack system is nice, however, there are four plastic covers when the racks are not in use and one of them (front driver's side) will just not stay in place. Unfortunately, that means that the rain and weather will probably damage the uncovered parts.
These installed easily and look nice. I didn't get the feeling that the mounting was quite rock-solid, although in fairness there's only so much that can be done given that they're at the mercy of the built-in Subaru mount points.
With that said, I've carried things like plywood multiple times without incident (where the concern is the sheet acting like a sail and lifting up rather than pushing down), so they've done their job so far.
Great product. Good price. Delivered in timely manner.
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I have these installed on a 2022 Honda Pilot. I could not get them to fit on my raised roof rails with the included rubber gaskets. I have mounted them without the gasket but this leaves a gap between the rail and the landing pad. This seems secure but does not have a finished look. I will be trying to see how to get the gaskets to fit.
Andrew N - 10/15/2022Review from a similar LandingPad in Roof Rack
with so many variables having someone that could sort through all them was very helpful Thanks etrailer
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Wanted to salvage my round bars and all other Yakima products I had previously on my Tacoma. These worked great. Easy to install. The directions are very clear. I only recommend taking your time with the install to make sure you've got it all aligned and waterproofed correctly.
Mike - 10/27/2022Review from a similar LandingPad in Roof Rack
I love the ease of removing my crossbars at the end of the season with these landing pads. Highly recommend these.
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First trip with the new rail system and it looks like it worked out just fine. Thanks to both of you and Kimberly for all of your help and follow up I do appreciate it.
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I was seriously disappointed ?? the landing pads are not made for the Tacoma and sit on the roof with a gap that looks bad and will let water and trash into the bolt parts of the rack to roof juncture. For the amount of money it should be made correctly. I was also shocked to find that the landing pads upper parts were plastic… I have used Yakima for over 30 years and never expected a “cheap out “ like that! I was so disappointed I have never used the racks! They also only have provisions for one of the two bolts at each landing pad roof juncture. Disappointed ??!
Sierra K - 05/23/2022Review from a similar LandingPad in Roof Rack
I recently purchased a rack system for my 1979 Ford Bronco to haul our new Kayaks. And believe me it was not easy to "fit" a vehicle as old as this.
I had some interesting challenges - my truck has a 3" lift and only clears my garage entrance by about 1.5 inches, so whatever I got had to be easily removable (at least in the front). I also wanted it to be multi functional so that I could carry other stuff as well, and the Yakima/Thule systems are great for that. Lastly, I wanted whatever I put on the truck to look good as I have put a lot of time and $ into fixing up this old truck and I didn't want it to look cheezey.....
Thanks to the good folks at etrailer I ended up with somewhat of a hybrid approach (my choice) but it worked out exactly as I envisioned it. I purchased the Thule Xsporter Pro system for the rear which works well with only minor modifications to the truck. I can lower it easily so I can get the truck into the garage without removing the system altogether. I really like that the tailgate is still functional with the system installed as some others I had in mind were bumper or hitch attached and would not allow use of the tailgate.... And, lastly it looks nice enough to just leave it on all the time.
On the front I chose the Yakima JetStream cross bar held up by a pair of Yakima SkyLine Towers and Landing Pads which I chose because I can easily remove the crossbar/towers to get the truck into my garage. The Landing Pads have covers for when not in use and are small enough to not be too noticeable.
I also added the security locks for peace of mind.
I have added 3 pictures, the first shows the Landing Pads without the towers & crossbar. You can also see the Xsporter Pro on the rear in its lowered position. The 2nd shot is a closeup of the Skyline Tower. The 3rd picture shows the entire system installed ready for my kayaks (or whatever).
Thanks again to the folks at etrailer for their expert advice and customer service.
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Excellent, product and service. Sent out needed replacement parts, quick. Thank You for your help.
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My experience with etrailer has been excellent. There was going to be a potential delay in one of the products, but their customer service promptly informed me, half the price of some of their competitors so can't really complain. In the end they got the part ahead of schedule and was able to ship in a timely manner. I will definitely keep them in mind for future purchases.
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Fit good with the OE track on roof. I like the new covers they supplied with the mounts.
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They were relatively easy to install, I received them in short order and I am happy with their substantial construction. In short, I'm a happy camper. Thank you.
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Installation was a bit of work but they’re still in place and working well!
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Easy Install.
But, the instructions tell you torque bolts to 48 in lbf or 5.4 Nm, with the L shape security wrench.
How do you apply a specific torque to a L shaped wrench?
Can't put a torque wrench on it.
My question and reason for 4 stars is for Yakima. Why not supply a preset torque driver like the one supplied for the Skyline Tower installation?
Overall I'm quite pleased.
Sierra K - 06/03/2021Review from a similar LandingPad in Roof Rack
Very good product. The Yakama towers and cross bars feel very solid and appears to be high quality. Very easy install. Others have complained about the instructions, but guess I'm a visual person because the pictures all seemed very clear to me and the install was very easy. They do sit higher than I expected. After adding a Rhino Rack cargo basket, we only have about 4-5" clearance below the garage door.
Axl - 01/03/2018Review from a similar LandingPad in Roof Rack
Amazing quality easy set up fast shipping buy the locks the 4 pack With this fast shipping super impressed
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These will mount to the rhino rack tracks so I could use my Yakima control towers and rack.
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