Recommended Roof Rack to Carry Kayaks and Paddleboards on 2021 Mazda 6
Question:
Im looking for a rack for kayak and paddle boards for my 2021 Mazda 6. Do you have everything I need for this? Also, how fast down the road can you safely drive with 2 paddleboards on top? Thanks!
asked by: Jon W
Expert Reply:
I recommend using the Rhino Rack Roof for 2021 Mazda 6 that uses parts # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA and # DK387, which will give you a really nice and durable Rhino Rack roof rack. I really like Rhino Rack as an alternative to Thule or Yakima because you're getting comparable quality and looks at a bit more pocketbook friendly price. This will provide a nice base to carry your kayak and paddle boards, which will need carriers.
The carrier I recommend is the LockRack XL # LR54FR since it can carry a kayak or up to 2 paddleboards and comes with a load assistance feature to make getting everything up on the roof a breeze.
I've linked a short review video of the LockRack that I recommend checking out to see how great of a carrier is if you've got some heavier boards/boats. I've also linked our entire selection of kayak carriers that would also work on those Rhino Rack bars.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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LockRack Adjustable XL Watersport Carrier - Canoe, Kayak, or 2 SUPs - Side Loading - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Canoe
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Bars with T-Slots
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Lockrack
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Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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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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