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FatCat EVO Ski & Snowboard Mount
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YAKIMA FatCat EVO Premium Ski & Snowboard Mount
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The YAKIMA FatCat EVO Premium Ski & Snowboard Mount is the ultimate accessory for winter sports enthusiasts. This sleek and stylish mount is designed to securely carry your skis and snowboards on your vehicle's roof rack. With its wide capacity, it can accommodate up to 6 pairs of powder skis or 4 snowboards, perfect for a day on the slopes.
One of the standout features of the FatCat EVO mount is its aerodynamic design, ensuring a quiet and smooth ride even at high speeds. It also includes the SkiLift attachment, which provides ample clearance for tall bindings, giving you peace of mind knowing your valuable equipment is safe and secure.
Installation is a breeze with the universal mounting system that works with round, square, factory, and most aerodynamic roof racks. The integrated SKS locks provide added security, so you can have peace of mind when leaving your vehicle unattended. Plus, the mirror finish adds a touch of style to your roof.
The OverHang clamp attachment point makes it easy to access your skis or snowboards, eliminating the need to stretch or strain to reach them. Even with gloves or mittens on, the large access button allows for easy opening and closing.
Now let's address some frequently asked questions:
Q: Do I need to order one or two?
A: You just need to order one as it comes in a set.
Q: How do these lock to the crossbars themselves?
A: Depending on the attachment mechanism you use on the crossbars, there is a bolt inside the ski racks that prevents removal when locked. Different attachment pieces may have different locking mechanisms.
Q: What is the width between the mounts?
A: Outside to outside of the mounts is 24".
Q: I have Thule aero bars. How far above my bars will the top of the fat cat sit for garage door clearance?
A: Using the standard mounting brackets, the tops of the FatCat EVO rack will sit 4.5" above the top of the crossbar. If you need lower clearance, you can purchase the Smart-Slot Kit 2, which allows for a distance of 3.5".
The YAKIMA FatCat EVO Premium Ski & Snowboard Mount is a must-have for any winter sports enthusiast. Its sleek design, easy installation, and secure mounting system make it the ideal choice for safely transporting your gear to the slopes.
01Do I need to order one or two? Really not clear.+
You just need to order one as it comes in a set
02How do these lock to the crossbars themselves?+
Depending on the attachment mechanism you use on the cross bars, their is a bolt inside the ski racks so that when the ski rack is locked the bolt can't be reached and thus the ski rack can't be removed. I use the old style round bar attachment pieces. If you have the other types of cross bar attachments, what I have noticed is that there is a hex screw that locks the attachment mechanism onto the crossbar.
03What is the width between the mounts?+
Outside to outside of the mounts is 24"
04I have Thule aero bars. For the purpose of garage door clearance, how far above my bars will the top of the fat cat sit?+
Using the standard mounting brackets, the tops of the FatCat EVO rack will sit 4.5" above the top of the crossbar. You can lower this distance to 3.5" by purchasing our Smart-Slot Kit 2 (item 8003098 - sold in a pack of 4) that will allow the racks to be mounted in the T-slot on your Thule aero bars.
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