Can Roof Rack Rated for 100 lbs on 2016 Honda Civic Carry a 95 lb Fishing Kayak

Question:

2016, Honda, Civic, 2 Door Coupe, will this be okay with my 95lbs kayak? Hello, I know the spec info says the maximum capacity of this roof rack is 100lbs. the only other option available is $150 roof rack, has 150+lbs capability, on eBay, but I am not sure if I can trust their roof rack. Do you think this roof rack will be oaky with my 95lbs fishing kayak? INB137,INSUT,INK683 Thank you!

asked by: Preston G

Expert Reply:

The Inno Square crossbar roof rack for your 2016 Honda Civic (parts linked below) do have that 100 lb weight capacity and will hold your 95 lb fishing kayak but you'll need to find a lightweight kayak carrier to do so since you only have 5 lbs to work with. You might be able to use the Rhino-Rack SUP and Surfboard Pads w/ Tie-Downs # RRRWP03 since these are lightweight foam pieces.

54" Square Crossbars - # INB137
Feet - # INSUT
Fit Kit - # INK683

Aside from this you'll need to look at using a watercraft trailer provided your vehicle is rated for towing.

expert reply by: Jon G