Roof Rack and Kayak cart/wheel recommendation?

[solo]

Its a Rav4

[Useful Idiot]

If you have the side rails on the rav 4 already, Thule makes a system that just clamps the cross bars right onto your existing side rails. Super easy. OEX has all the Thule stuff in stock, plus three different wheel carts, including the big inflatable sand tires.

[Cruiser]

Anybody tried the Thule Slipstream rack?

[deepdvr]

I have the slipstream xt and it works great. I have a very heavy yak, hobie outfitter, and it handles it perfectly. Its on a toyota sienna minivan on the factory crossbars. I'm happy with it.

[solo]

Originally Posted by Useful Idiot

If you have the side rails on the rav 4 already, Thule makes a system that just clamps the cross bars right onto your existing side rails. Super easy. OEX has all the Thule stuff in stock, plus three different wheel carts, including the big inflatable sand tires.

I have the factory cross rails, so which one do you recommend?

How about the

Malone SeaWing and the Stinger Loading Module

And the kayak wheels? i'm thinking the wheelz, seems like most people get that one.

[crabkracker]

I got a set of used yakima rack that would work with your factory rails. PM if your interested.

[solo]

Yeah I was also thinking about the slip stream 887xt
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRSzd...eature=related

Does any one have any other opinions on this rack?

[MalibuJohnny]

Originally Posted by solo

Yeah I was also thinking about the slip stream 887xt
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRSzd...eature=related

Does any one have any other opinions on this rack?

Just got a VW Routan...wonder it this system will work? GREAT IDEA~

[dick fabulous]

Originally Posted by solo

Yeah I was also thinking about the slip stream 887xt
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRSzd...eature=related

Does any one have any other opinions on this rack?

Do you want this so your kayak looks cool on it or are you hoping someone might 'borrow' your rack system while your paddling? That thing is way overkill like a 5 finger-hole bowling ball, not to mention you shouldn't drive fast or far. Still didn't consider the straight bar set-up? Do the right thing bro.

[JoeBeck]

I think most would agree both Thule and Yakima make great rack systems that will do the job to transport your kayak and any other adventure activity you need a rack for. Talk to a dealer and find out which racks by these brands will work on your vehicle, cost, quality and make your decision.

Same with wheels. Go to one of the OEX shops and look at what they have, any questions the shop owner will be able to answer to help you make a decision you are comfortable with.

my 2 cents

[MalibuJohnny]

Originally Posted by dick fabulous

Do you want this so your kayak looks cool on it or are you hoping someone might 'borrow' your rack system while your paddling? That thing is way overkill like a 5 finger-hole bowling ball, not to mention you shouldn't drive fast or far. Still didn't consider the straight bar set-up? Do the right thing bro.

I need something eazy to remove the Yak from the side or the back of the van...you don't think that this system is good for long or fast driving?

Just spent a a chunk of cash on the van...don't want to scratch it all up the first slip Besides wifey will use my sack for coins if I do.

So no on speed and no on long trips?