Kayak Transport-No Crossbars

Advice
#1

Hello! I am looking for suggestions of transporting my 2 recently purchased kayaks. I drive a 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe that has the roof rack that runs lengthwise but does not have crossbars.



I was looking at getting universal J-cradle type carriers, but it seems that those are used to attach to the crossbar. I would appreciate any thoughts or suggestions that don’t include spending the $100+ for crossbars. My husband surfs, so I liked thte J-style that would work for boards as well.



Thank you, Sarah

#2

the only way that comes to mind
…is a trailer.

#3

hmmm…
seems like that would cost even more than buying the crossbars themselves.



Thanks though!

#4

No crossbar - no biggie
Put it on the roof and tie it down

-some put the tiedown in the interior of the car

and then shut the doors.



http://maloneautoracks.com/pdfs/MPG152_Master_Instructions.pdf.

#5

Thank you!
Thank you! I was wondering how to do that properly. Now I’m wondering if I can fit two up there since my husband and I each have our own. Thanks!

#6

Modify the foam pads
You may have to “cut” the foam pads to get

2 kayaks side-by-side on the roof of the vehicle.



http://www.montereybaykayaks.com/HostedStore.LassoApp?-ResponseLassoApp=detail.lasso&ID=7c270d0ef8edd152&s2op=eq&s2=Car%20Racks&sop=AND



Merely an example - lots of places sell foam blocks

#7

You can find these cheaper
OK, these sell new at Bass Proshops for $99. But, I found a brand new set on eBay for $60 with free shipping…



http://maloneautoracks.com/handirack.php



strap them on the roof, pump them up, and set your kayaks on them. I would use a combination of strapping the yaks to this using it’s d links. Then, add extra straps using the rails on your car. Don’t forget your bow and stern ropes.

#8

I used the website car-parts.com and you put in your car info and it will tell you all junkyards near you that carry crossbars or any other things you need for your vehicle. I plan on buying the crossbars for my 05 Pilot and they are only $50!

#10

I bet they got it figured out. This thread is 8 years old…

#11

Yes, they likely figured it out.

Qruiser would tell you that you can find OEM and aftermarket cross bars to fit the racks on most cars. AND if you are a nice single female with a smile and flattering words you can get some unsuspecting single guy to help you put it on the car… … (there is more to this story)

Of course if you are a guy you’ll probably have to install it yourself.

#12

You may ruin your weatherstripping.