Yakima’s story is more of a journey because they’ve never been good at sitting still.
Originally founded in the Pacific Northwest, USA and now with a home base across the ditch in Australia, they’ve got the great outdoors at their doorstep. From creeks to peaks, beaches to bush, the land they roam makes them feel at home. Together with a network of respected retailers and distributors around the globe, they give adventurers the freedom to wander, the right to be unruly, and the confidence to go more rogue.
Yakima has a long-standing reputation for providing innovative and stylish solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, and their recent product launch in New Zealand further demonstrates this commitment. The line-up includes the MajorShady 270 Awning, the RibCage – a high-capacity track system designed for the Jeep Wrangler’s hardtop – and, with the growing popularity of large US trucks in the NZ market, Yakima introduces the OutPost, BedRock, and OverHaul truck bed racking systems.
The MajorShady 270 awning is designed to redefine outdoor shelter, providing the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics. Whether you’re embarking on a weekend camping trip, a secluded beach getaway, or a mountain adventure, the MajorShady 270 offers increased comfort and protection from the elements. This new offering provides 7.4 square metres of sun and weather protection made with quality materials expected.
The awning mounts to a vehicle via rugged, off-road rated L-brackets for easy attachment to Yakima’s TrimHD Bar, HD Bar, JetStream, LockNLoad Platform or any other aftermarket T-slot equipped crossbar. MajorShady 270 is available in driver-side or passenger-side models (RH and LH). There is a wall kit available offering further protection from the elements and added privacy.
The Yakima RibCage is a high-capacity track system for Jeep Wrangler JK and JL four-door hardtop models. With a tough internal support structure allowing an off-road carrying capacity up to 150kgs 4WDers can confidently and safely carry a rooftop tent, recovery gear and just about anything else. RibCage is compatible with traditional Yakima legs and crossbars or the Yakima LockNLoad platform rack systems.
When it comes to big rigs and tough racks, Yakima does it best. Yakima’s truck tub rack systems, BedRock, OutPost and Overhaul, offer adjustable truck bed options with best-in-class payload and unmatched versatility. Leveraging the Yakima HD Bars they’re a fast, easy and secure way to carry more gear and accessory mounts with an ultra-functional tub rack option.
Yakima is dedicated to providing outdoor enthusiasts with the tools they need to make the most of their adventures. These innovative products, along with the entire Yakima range, can be viewed online at Yakima.co.nz, or can be seen at this year’s Fieldays – Site 145.
