Yakima Vehicle Racks Gives Thanksgiving Travelers Smart Options for Carrying Gear, Luggage and Family

PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 11, 2010 /PRNewswire/ -- With Americans downsizing to smaller cars and hybrids, Thanksgiving travelers face new challenges on where to put luggage, family and gear. Yakima (www.yakima.com), known for vehicle racks for boats, bikes, camping, winter sports gear, trailers and cargo solutions, has a number of options for consumers looking for smart alternatives for hauling their loads for the holidays. Top of car options include the GetOut™ Pro (MSRP $149), the RocketBox™15 (MSRP $329), and SkyBox™ 16 (MSRP $435).

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"More families will turn to car travel for the coming holiday in light of tight family budgets and crowded planes and higher airfares," said Joel Grabenstein, marketing and promotions manager. "No matter how you work the numbers, it's always smarter to buy a cargo box than a bigger car."

"Considering this trend towards smaller and smaller cars, consumers are faced with the pressing problem of where to put their belongings. Yakima has solutions. Our racks are user-friendly and practical, for an easy travel experience. In addition, they have a life-time warranty, something consumers are looking for today," he continued.  

Specifically, the GetOut Pro, with 13 cubic ft. of storage space, is an alternative to a hard shell cargo box. It folds or rolls up for easy storage and attaches easily to raised factory side rails, crossbars or a cargo basket. In addition, the GetOut Pro has weather resistant sealed seams.

The RocketBox 15s, with 15 cubic feet for shorter roofs, works well with sedans or larger-vehicle owners who have items they don't want to carry inside the car and locks securely.

Lastly, the lockable SkyBox 16 offers 16 cubic feet of storage and has an aerodynamic shape that reduces drag and cuts back on wind noise.

About Yakima:

Yakima is a world leader in the design and manufacture of cargo management equipment solutions for outdoor enthusiasts. Yakima's products include: vehicle racks for bikes, boats, ski equipment and gear, a line of cargo boxes and bags for a variety of needs, as well as high performance multi-sport trailers. Yakima Products is headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon. For more information, visit www.yakima.com.

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