WTB ROOF RACK - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

FishNinjaY · 03-20-2013, 10:03 AM

I'm no expert, and technically, I haven't (YET) had both kayaks up on my Honda Accord... but it seems pretty sturdy. I'm planning on carrying an Oasis, which is about 90-100lbs, and maybe ALSO my mini-X, which is about 45lbs.

So.. I would think the outback should be able to go on pretty much any car. You could also get the Malone inflatable soft racks?

I have a 4-door honda accord sedan, no raingutter or rails, just a bare roof. I have the Q-towers by Yakima, with the Q-clips from a Toyota Camry that had a very similar shape to my car. It seems to fit perfect, and I've carried the small kayak without any problems. I've also made numerous trips to Home Depot, and carried back 10ft 2x4s, sheets of plywood, etc.. without any problems, shifts, or highway mishaps.

Murray · 03-21-2013, 09:57 PM

Thanks all for the info. My Mazda has roof rack holes already in place. Guess I need a roof rack that is made specifically for my car. Anyone using Rola roof rack? They are the lowest priced but I can not find any dealer that stocks them so I can see their quality. Wondering how I will secure bow and stern with my car as well.

03-20-2013, 10:03 AM	#1
FishNinjaY Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Seal Beach, CA Posts: 428	I'm no expert, and technically, I haven't (YET) had both kayaks up on my Honda Accord... but it seems pretty sturdy. I'm planning on carrying an Oasis, which is about 90-100lbs, and maybe ALSO my mini-X, which is about 45lbs. So.. I would think the outback should be able to go on pretty much any car. You could also get the Malone inflatable soft racks? I have a 4-door honda accord sedan, no raingutter or rails, just a bare roof. I have the Q-towers by Yakima, with the Q-clips from a Toyota Camry that had a very similar shape to my car. It seems to fit perfect, and I've carried the small kayak without any problems. I've also made numerous trips to Home Depot, and carried back 10ft 2x4s, sheets of plywood, etc.. without any problems, shifts, or highway mishaps.

03-21-2013, 09:57 PM	#2
Murray Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Vista Posts: 326	Thanks all for the info. My Mazda has roof rack holes already in place. Guess I need a roof rack that is made specifically for my car. Anyone using Rola roof rack? They are the lowest priced but I can not find any dealer that stocks them so I can see their quality. Wondering how I will secure bow and stern with my car as well.