Lowe's Rubbermaid FastTrack: What's Available and How to Set It Up

Yes, Lowe's carries Rubbermaid FastTrack. You'll find the rail, hooks, baskets, bins, and shelves in the garage storage section, usually near the back of the store. Lowe's stocks a selection of FastTrack starter kits and individual accessories, though the online inventory tends to be more complete than what's on the shelf in any given store. If your local Lowe's doesn't have what you need, ordering online with in-store pickup usually works.

This guide covers what the FastTrack system is, what Lowe's actually stocks, how to compare it to other wall storage options at Lowe's, and how to plan your installation.

What Is Rubbermaid FastTrack?

FastTrack is Rubbermaid's wall-mounted garage organization system. The core component is a horizontal rail that you screw into studs. Once the rail is up, you clip hooks, baskets, shelves, and bins onto the rail's lip. The accessories slide anywhere along the rail and reposition without tools.

The appeal is flexibility. Traditional pegboard requires you to drill in a specific pattern and hang accessories in fixed positions. FastTrack lets you reconfigure your setup in minutes. If you buy a new bike, move the bike hook to accommodate it. If you want the garden tools closer to the door, slide them over.

Rails come in 4-foot and 8-foot lengths. A typical garage installation uses one or two 8-foot rails on the back wall.

FastTrack vs. Competitor Systems at Lowe's

Lowe's also carries Gladiator's wall panel system. Gladiator uses a heavier-gauge steel grid panel that's bolted to the wall, with accessories that attach anywhere on the grid. It's more expensive ($150 to $300 for a wall panel kit) but holds more weight per accessory point than FastTrack.

FastTrack is a better fit for average garage storage: bikes, garden tools, sports equipment, lawn care supplies. Gladiator is better if you're hanging heavy shop equipment or building a dedicated workshop wall.

What Lowe's Stocks in FastTrack

The specific inventory varies by location, but Lowe's typically carries:

Rails: - 4-foot FastTrack rail (~$25) - 8-foot FastTrack rail (~$45)

Starter Kits: - FastTrack 9-piece garage starter kit with one 8-foot rail, hooks, a basket, and other accessories ($70 to $90) - Specialty kits (bike kit, sport kit, garden kit) that include a rail and accessories targeted to specific uses

Individual Accessories: - Utility hooks (S-hooks and J-hooks in various sizes) - Bike hooks (horizontal and vertical) - Wire baskets (standard and large) - Enclosed bins (for smaller items) - Shelves (12-inch and 16-inch depth) - Sports utility hooks for balls - Cord wrap hooks - Ladder hooks

The starter kit is almost always the better deal if you're setting up from scratch. The accessories in the kit are priced lower per piece than buying them individually.

How to Plan Your FastTrack Layout at Lowe's

Before you head to the store, spend 10 minutes sketching what you want to hang. That sketch will tell you which kit or accessories to buy.

Step 1: List What You're Storing

Write down every major item you want off the floor or out of a pile. Be specific. Don't write "tools," write "hedge trimmer, leaf blower, rake, shovel, two bags of mulch." That list tells you how many hooks and baskets you need.

Step 2: Figure Out Your Rail Length

An 8-foot rail gives you 8 feet of storage. A typical hook takes 4 to 6 inches of rail space. A basket takes 12 inches. If you have 10 items, you probably need 8 feet of rail minimum. Two 8-foot sections gives you a lot of flexibility.

Step 3: Pick Your Accessories

  • Long-handled tools (rakes, shovels, brooms): utility hooks
  • Bikes: bike hooks
  • Sports balls: ball bungee or utility hooks with a basket nearby for gloves
  • Garden hoses: extension cord or hose hook
  • Loose small items: wire baskets or enclosed bins
  • Flat items or small bins: rail shelf

Lowe's has a FastTrack planner on their website where you can visually arrange accessories on a simulated rail before buying.

Installing FastTrack from Lowe's: What You Need

The installation is straightforward but you need the right prep to make it permanent.

Tools and Materials

  • Stud finder
  • Level (4-foot level is ideal)
  • Drill with Phillips bit
  • Pencil
  • Tape measure

If you're using the included hardware, check the screw length. I've seen FastTrack kits with 1.5-inch screws that barely bite into the stud. Pick up 2.5-inch coarse-thread wood screws at Lowe's to be safe.

Stud Finding

Standard wall studs are 16 inches on center. An 8-foot rail will span six studs. The rail has predrilled holes every 6 inches, so you can hit multiple studs along any 8-foot run. Mark all your studs with pencil before lifting the rail.

Rail Height

For general garage storage, 60 to 72 inches from the floor works well. This puts accessories at chest height for easy access. If you're also storing bikes overhead, consider a second rail 18 to 24 inches higher for bike hooks.

For items you access frequently (garden gloves, keys, dog leashes), mount a lower rail at 48 to 54 inches.

What FastTrack Can Hold

Each FastTrack rail is rated at 1,750 pounds total distributed load when properly anchored into studs. Individual accessories have their own ratings:

  • Standard utility hook: 50 pounds
  • Bike hook: 50 pounds
  • Wire basket: 25 pounds
  • Shelf: 50 pounds
  • Heavy-duty hook: 75 pounds

Those limits are generous for most garage applications. A full-size mountain bike weighs 25 to 35 pounds, well inside the bike hook's limit. A leaf blower and garden bag of fertilizer fit comfortably on a pair of hooks plus a basket.

For a full comparison of all storage systems including freestanding alternatives, see the Best Garage Storage guide.

Buying FastTrack at Lowe's vs. Online

The in-store price at Lowe's for FastTrack is usually within a few dollars of Amazon. Where it gets interesting is on larger orders. Lowe's runs occasional promotions on garage storage (often around spring and before summer), and the starter kits can drop 20 to 25% during those sales.

Amazon tends to have a wider accessory selection, particularly for less common accessories like the FastTrack bin shelf or the small parts bin. If you need a specific piece that Lowe's doesn't stock locally, Amazon is the easier option.

The Best Garage Top Storage guide is worth reading if you're planning to combine FastTrack with ceiling storage.

FastTrack Accessories You Might Overlook

Most people start with the basic hooks and baskets. A few accessories don't get as much attention but solve specific problems well:

Cord and hose wrap: A large L-hook designed for looping extension cords or garden hoses. It holds a 50-foot hose coil or a 100-foot cord without tangling.

Sports ball bungee: A bungee cord stretches across two hooks mounted on the rail and cradles basketballs, soccer balls, or volleyballs without a basket. It's cheaper than a basket and holds more balls.

Ladder hook: Two angled brackets that cradle a ladder horizontally against the wall. Keeps your extension ladder or step ladder off the floor and out of the way. It requires two hook points on the rail, spaced to match your ladder's rung width.

Shelf (16-inch depth): This is often the most useful accessory that people skip because it looks plain. A 16-inch deep rail shelf can hold a small toolbox, a row of spray cans, or a shoe bin with cleats and gloves. It adds actual surface area to your wall.

FAQ

Does Lowe's carry FastTrack in-store or only online? Most Lowe's locations carry FastTrack in-store, but inventory varies. The starter kits are almost always on the floor. Individual accessories, especially less common ones, may be online-only. Check the Lowe's website and filter by "available in store" to confirm what your location has.

Is FastTrack compatible with other Rubbermaid products? FastTrack accessories are only compatible with the FastTrack rail. Rubbermaid makes other garage storage products, like freestanding shelving and ActionPacker storage bins, but they're separate from the FastTrack system.

Can I use FastTrack on drywall without hitting studs? Technically you can use wall anchors, but the weight ratings drop dramatically. For anything heavier than a few pounds per accessory, you need studs. Heavy items like bikes will fail over time on drywall anchors alone.

How does FastTrack hold up in an unheated garage? Very well. The rail and accessories are powder-coated steel. Seasonal temperature swings, condensation, and humidity don't affect the hardware. The plastic clips on some accessories can become brittle after 10 or more years in extreme cold, but that's rare.

Bottom Line

Lowe's is a solid place to buy FastTrack. You can see the accessories in person, compare the starter kits, and take everything home the same day. The selection is good enough for most standard garage setups. If you need specialized accessories or want to compare a wider range of options, supplement your Lowe's trip with an online order.

Start with the 9-piece starter kit to get the rail and core accessories, then add specific pieces based on what you need to hang. You'll fill that rail faster than you expect.