hauling 2 kayaks rooftop?

[skrilla]

Anyone hauling 2 kayaks rooftop? I might add a 2nd one to the arsenal this summer and looking at ways to get both up there. I drive a 3rd gen 4Runner and currently use the 33" wide OEM rack and straps. Any input, tips, tricks anyone could share?

[RedSledTeam]

It all depends on what make of kayak you're haulin'... here's a Revo, an Outfitter and a Torque all on an '87 Pathfinder. The racks are Yakima with Mako saddles in the middle and 2 Yakima Hull Raisers on the sides:
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[Hogstir]

I used to stack 2 Mini X kayaks on top of each other on my jeep. Just depends on the kayaks.

[packeryakker]

My brother and I double deck our yaks all the time. He has a PA 12 and I peddle an outback. his goes on first keel down and mine goes on top keel up. Each are strapped down individually to the rack. We drive 180-250 miles round trip depending on where we go and have never had a problem. If I can find a pic I will post one up.

I drive a Suburban and he drives a wrangler we have done it on both, carrying the yaks I mean.

[FishNinjaY]

I carry a Hobie Oasis Tandem (14.5Ft), and a Malibu Mini-X on my roof rack, side-by-side. It's a bit wide on my Honda Accord roof, but it works fine. I have the Hully-Roller and Mako saddles for the long Hobie. For the mini-X, I just have the Yakima Landshark saddles since the mini-X is light enough to just toss up there. I'll post a pic later, since it's already dark outside.

BUT.. for my year Honda Accord, I'm supposed to use a 48" crossbar, but mine are 55", so it works for me.

[jorluivil]

You can load one right side up and put the second one upside down on top of the one that's right side up, right?

[boxturtle]

i think the trick is having at least one j style rack cradles

[Siebler]

Dont risk having a possible insecure load. Go with a Thule Hullaport Pro or a Stacker. The cost of this is worth it in the ease of use and the security in knowing your not going to be replacing a kayak or somebodys car or even killing somebody just because you tried to avoid spending a little money to do it right.

[FishNinjaY]

Originally Posted by Siebler

Dont risk having a possible insecure load. Go with a Thule Hullaport Pro or a Stacker. The cost of this is worth it in the ease of use and the security in knowing your not going to be replacing a kayak or somebodys car or even killing somebody just because you tried to avoid spending a little money to do it right.

Agree.. I guess the J carriers or putting them on the side are probably safe. For some reason, I worry about them getting bent or dented or moving more in the J racks. I just feel like they are more secure flat on their hulls, on some type of saddle. That's mainly why I like having mine side-by-side. And, on my sedan, it seems easier for me to strap them down since it's not so high. YMMV..

[mralbacore]

Try this... lol

http://www.mansmanbuyguide.com/2012/...lo-tandem.html

[FlyFishinYakr]

Originally Posted by Siebler

Dont risk having a possible insecure load. Go with a Thule Hullaport Pro or a Stacker. The cost of this is worth it in the ease of use and the security in knowing your not going to be replacing a kayak or somebodys car or even killing somebody just because you tried to avoid spending a little money to do it right.

DITTO!!
Or you better have lots of liability insurance!
FFY

[ctfphoto]

I use a Thule Stacker, It works great.

[skrilla]

Thanks for the replies and the pic does help some.

Any pros and cons on J style vs. stacker setup?

[FishNinjaY]

Originally Posted by FishNinjaY

I carry a Hobie Oasis Tandem (14.5Ft), and a Malibu Mini-X on my roof rack, side-by-side. It's a bit wide on my Honda Accord roof, but it works fine. I have the Hully-Roller and Mako saddles for the long Hobie. For the mini-X, I just have the Yakima Landshark saddles since the mini-X is light enough to just toss up there. I'll post a pic later, since it's already dark outside.

BUT.. for my year Honda Accord, I'm supposed to use a 48" crossbar, but mine are 55", so it works for me.

Here's my roof.. if anyone's interested, I can snap a pic of it fully loaded next time I take both yaks out.. but you get the idea.

[boxturtle]

Originally Posted by FishNinjaY

Agree.. I guess the J carriers or putting them on the side are probably safe. For some reason, I worry about them getting bent or dented or moving more in the J racks. I just feel like they are more secure flat on their hulls, on some type of saddle. That's mainly why I like having mine side-by-side. And, on my sedan, it seems easier for me to strap them down since it's not so high. YMMV..

like any rack don't over tighten the ties...if you see a dimple then it's too tight. I always use a stern and bow tie down. The only thing about the j carriers is the loading and loading. I would put lighter of the two kayak in the j cradle. I know the new ones folds down making the job a bit easier.