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Let’s admit it: the sheer amount of gear needed for an outdoor adventure can be daunting. Do you bring the bikes or the kayaks? Squeeze the paddleboards around the cooler, or leave them behind? What about that spacious tent versus the quick pop-up?
Even with a large truck bed, packing often feels like a game of Tetris—and compromises are inevitable. But what if you didn’t have to choose?
Your truck bed is prime real estate, but relying solely on it can limit your potential. With the right Ford Accessories, you can transform your truck into a basecamp on wheels, maximizing space so nothing essential (or fun!) gets left behind. Forget “packing light”; it’s time to pack smart!
Yakima Medium Profile Bed Rack
Before you can stack gear, you need a solid foundation . The Yakima Medium Profile Bed Rack is a game-changer for truck owners. This sturdy rack system mounts securely over your truck bed, creating a second level of storage.
Elevate larger items like tents, skis, kayaks, paddleboards, or fishing poles, keeping the truck bed floor open for heavier or bulkier gear like coolers, firewood, camp furniture, and storage bins. This rack’s crossbars are also compatible with a range of specialized carriers. Plus, its medium-profile design adds significant carrying capacity without blocking your rear view.
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Tepui Rooftop Tents
We’ve all been there—arriving at a campsite after dark, fumbling with tent poles and stakes under a dim headlamp. Enter the Tepui Rooftop Tent.
The Tepui Gray & Navy Rack Mounted Tent attaches directly to your roof rack and unfolds in minutes. Setup and takedown are quick and hassle-free , giving you more time for hiking, relaxing, or exploring. With your sleeping space elevated above your truck, the bed and cabin remain free for additional gear. Bonus: the included mattress ensures a cozy night’s sleep, while being off the ground keeps you bug-free, offers better views, and improves airflow on warm nights.
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Yakima Rack-Mounted Canoe and Kayak Carriers
For paddlers, transporting kayaks and canoes can be a logistical headache. These long, bulky items need secure handling to avoid damage during transit. Ford Accessories offers solutions to make it easy:
Rack-Mounted Kayak Carrier: Designed to cradle your kayak’s hull, this carrier prevents shifting and damage. Multiple configurations let you carry more than one kayak side-by-side or on their edges, depending on your rack’s width.
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Rack-Mounted Canoe Carrier: This carrier uses gunwale brackets and tie-downs to secure canoes safely, eliminating the risk of shifting during transport.
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Yakima Hitch-Mounted Tilting Bicycle Rack
Bikes are a must-have for any outdoor trip, but fitting them alongside camping gear can be tricky. The Yakima Hitch-Mounted Tilting Bicycle Rack has you covered.
Capable of carrying up to four bikes, this rack secures them with cradles and straps while freeing up both your truck bed and roof racks. The tilting feature allows easy access to your tailgate and truck bed—even when the rack is loaded.
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Thule X-Large Rack Mounted Cargo Box
While racks are perfect for larger gear, what about your essentials? Sleeping bags, cooking equipment, clothes, and food need a weatherproof, secure spot. Enter the Thule X-Large Rack Mounted Cargo Box.
This aerodynamic, lockable box offers ample storage for softer gear and items you want to keep dry. Adding it to your roof rack frees up even more space in the truck bed and cabin, essentially giving your truck a mobile attic.
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No More Compromises: Your Fully-Equipped Adventure Rig
Gone are the days of choosing between bikes and kayaks, skis and fishing poles, or tents and paddleboards. With Ford Accessories like bed racks, rooftop tents, specialized carriers, and enclosed cargo boxes, your truck transforms into the ultimate adventure rig.
Now, you can confidently pack for every passion. The wilderness is calling—and this time, you’re bringing everything you need to make the most of it!
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