Best Kayak Carrier for Carrying 2 Kayaks on a Roof Rack
Question:
Can i install 2 Yakima Showdown kayak racks on one vehicle or can it only handle just one kayak?
asked by: Bill L
Expert Reply:
If you are asking if the Yakima Showdown Kayak Carrier, part # Y04081, can carry two kayaks, then I'm afraid the answer is no, it cannot.
If you are asking if you can install two of these carrier on a roof rack, the answer is maybe. Most roof racks will be able to handle the weight of two of these and two kayaks. Unfortunately, since these are 42" long, most roof racks do not have the space to carry two.
Either way, there is a better option for you to carry two kayaks on your roof. It's the Thule Compass Kayak, part # TH890000. This carrier allows you to carry both kayaks side-by-side in its post-style configuration. I've linked to a video review of this carrier for your consideration.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Surfboard
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Clamp On
- Thule
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Yakima ShowDown Kayak or SUP Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Yakima
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