Roof Rack

Advice
#1

First time Kayak buyer. We purchased 2 Perception Pescador 10 ft kayaks. We have a Toyota 4 Runner. Any roof rack suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

#2

Lots
Just two pair of J Cradlea (various mfg) will do fine on the factory crossbars.



If or a more diy project I have two pair of Kari-Tek J-Crafdles that are just hanging around. $30/pr. + cost to ship, or you can stop by. If in the area





See you on the water,

Marshall

The River Connection, Inc.

Hyde Park, NY

www.the-river-connection.com

hudsonriverpaddler.org

#3

Are the brand names worth it?
Thule and Yakima make great stuff, but there are options on Amazon that are a fraction the price:



http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003V57NUQ?keywords=kayak%20roof%20rack&qid=1451514360&ref_=sr_1_2&sr=8-2



Is this setup ok? I have a Pungo 120

#4

start with the bad reviews
when you get to the good ones you’ll have an idea

#5

brand name racks
Yep worth it, I’m still using my racks bought 15 years ago and from what I see will never need replacing.



Bill H.

#6

cheap Js
I use Yakama saddles on my own truck, but have a set of those cheap Js that I use when camping with my buddy with his vehicle. With cheap Js, I recommend using long straps, and securing to the cross bars, not the Js themselves. Go around the bars and over the boat as if you were putting a canoe on the bars, except you run the straps through the centers of the Js.

#7

roof racks
I have yakima bow downs. They are great as you can put them down to put your vehicle in a garage. I have them on top of my 1999 Chevy Tracker. I also built a rack system for my Chevy S-10 from 2X4s for about $50. These are more permanent, however I can take them out if I wish.

#8

Roof Rack
I purchased a Rhino Rack in 2014, have used it about 10 times, and transport my kayak with peace of mind. If you search www.rhinorack.com you can search for a rack which is customized for your vehicle.

#9

Do you park your vehicle in a garage?
If so, the height of the garage door may dictate some choices over others. There are J-Racks that don’t fold down and may not allow you to put your vehicle through the doorway or in some underground parking. Furthermore, poly boats have a tendency to oil-can in the heat of the day and it is generally accepted practice to transport them on their gunwales or upside down. You can’t go wrong with Thule or Yakima.

#10

I have
I have been very pleased with my Thule Aeroblade. Nice and quiet on the highway and no need for a fairing.