Yakima: Everything 4×4 Australia Has Tested, Reviewed and Written

At 4×4 Australia, we love to get our hands dirty with every 4×4 product out there. So here is everything we have ever published about Yakima. That includes hands-on product reviews, gear guides, news and new product releases, custom 4×4 and project vehicle builds where Yakima gear was fitted and product comparisons where we put their kit up against the competition.

We even have real builds submitted by 4×4 Australia readers who are running Yakima gear on their own vehicles. If our team has tested it, driven with it, or written about it, or if one of our readers has built with it, you will find it below, newest first.

Gear

Best new 4×4 accessories and upgrades in Australia – November 2025

Fresh new 4×4 gear that hit the market in November

Gear

Yakima MOD system is launching in Australia

The MOD brings tough, customisable rear storage to Aussie 4WDs

Gear

Yakima StreamLine roof rack system is out now

This new roof rack solution is built for adventure

Gear

The Yakima RibCage will increase the Wrangler’s off-road carrying capacity

A heavy-duty track system by Yakima, for Jeep Wrangler hardtop models

Gear

2023 Ford Everest build: New project gets Yakima LockNLoad platform and accessories

Our new vehicle build for 2024 is this Ford Everest Ambiente, and the first gear we’ve installed is a Yakima LockNLoad roof platform and accessories

Ranger Accessories

Ford Ranger roof racks

Installing a roof rack is an easy way to increase the Ranger’s cargo capacity

Gear

The Best Ford Ranger Roof Racks & Platforms in Australia 2023

Summer holidays are on the horizon and for owners of 2022 Ford Rangers, it’s time to check out our Buyers’ Guide to up-top storage solutions.

Yakima Skyrise HD
Outdoors

Rooftop tent test: ARB Flinders vs Yakima Skyrise HD

In a world of cheap RTT options, how do two of the best premium soft-top rooftop tents shape up?

Yakima RuggedLine
Gear

D-MAX gets a Yakima RuggedLine mounting system

The touring mods keep on coming for the 4X4 Australia D-MAX, with a Yakima roof platform

Yakima LockNLoad platform
Gear

We test Yakima’s LockNLoad platform

A multipurpose cargo-carrying system that adapts to a variety of loads.

Yakima Gatekeeper review
Gear

Yakima Gatekeeper: 4×4 product test

If you have a ute and a bunch of mountain biking mates, Yakima’s GateKeeper will make you the most popular person in town.

New Alu-Cab EFS Yakima tents and awnings
Outdoors

New tents and awnings out now

We take a closer look at some new tents and awnings on the market.

Yakima storage kit August 2019
Gear

All-new Yakima storage kit

A closer look at Yakima’s Hangover 4 and OffGrid.

Yakima LockNLoad MegaWarrior roof rack accessories 4x4 product test
Gear

Yakima LockNLoad and MegaWarrior roof rack accessories: 4×4 product test

Yakima has released 210mm gutter-mount legs to suit high-roof vehicles, allowing fitment of the company’s LockNLoad Crossbars.

4x4 storage products for June 2019
Gear

4×4 storage products: June 2019

All-new bike carrier, roof rack, drawer system and duffel bag.

4x4 storage solutions new products
Gear

4×4 storage solutions: new 4×4 products

Packing for a weekend escape doesn’t have to be an ordeal.

4x4 storage ideas new 4x4 products
Gear

4×4 storage ideas: new 4×4 products

New 4×4 storage solutions: Yakima LockN’Load Jerry Can Holder and Rola Titan Tray.

Yakima FullSwing bicycle carrier product test
Gear

Yakima FullSwing bicycle carrier product test

A simple and effective way to lug the family treadlies.

Best Gear of 2018 Narva LED lights Carbon Winches MSA 4x4 drawers Yakima gatekeeper
Gear

Best Gear of 2018: Narva LED lights, Carbon Winches, MSA 4×4 drawers, Yakima gatekeeper

From lights to bike carriers, here are some of the best gear from 2018.

New 4x4 Gear Yakima tailgate pad MSA 4x4 travel cup Lost Battalions book
Gear

New 4×4 Gear: Yakima tailgate pad, MSA 4×4 travel cup, Lost Battalions book

Great travel companions for your next excursion

Yakima Holdup +2 bike rack product test
Gear

Yakima Holdup and Holdup +2 bike rack: product test

The Yakima Holdup and Holdup +2 are great for lugging multiple mountain bikes to the trailhead.

Yakima SpareRide Product Test
Gear

Yakima SpareRide: Product Test

JW’s Disco gets Yakima’s SpareRide carrier, for when he wants to ditch four wheels for two.

Gear

New 4×4 Gear: Yakima tailgate pad, TJM shocks, and ARB tailgate assist

Prep your ute for any job and journey with these gear.

New 4x4 Gear Yakima bicycle carrier Ute bag Amarok signature bar feature
Gear

New 4×4 Gear: Yakima bicycle carrier, Ute bag, Amarok signature bar

If you need to haul lots of gear, you can do no better than these new selection of 4×4 gear.