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Can a 14.5' kayak be transported on a standard roof rack?...

By Ranked #1156 - Kayaks March 31, 2009

Can a 14.5' kayak be transported on a standard roof rack? I'd like to not spend a fortune on a trailer. Any recommendations?

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

By Ranked #261 - Kayaks April 21, 2009

More than likely, yes. Any of the typical suv crossbar racks (explorer, grand cherokee, 4runner) are more than sturdy enough to carry a kayak of that length and weight. I would simply buy some cross bar pads and some good tie downs.

Helpful Votes: 0 Yes

Tech Specs:

Hull Material:
Plastic 
Length:
17ft (518cm); 16.5ft (500cm) 
Width:
[17ft] 23in (58cm); [16.5ft] 22in (57cm) 
Cockpit Dimensions:
35.4 x 19.4in (90 x 49.2cm) 
Storage Volume:
[Stern hatch] 237cu in (3.8L); [Bow hatch] 100cu in (1.6L); [Day hatch] 64cu in (1L) 
Maximum Load:
[17ft] 350lb (159kg)' [16.5ft] 325lb (147kg) 
Hatch Type:
Rubber 
Skeg:
Yes, retractable 
Rudder:
No 
Weight:
[17ft] 58lb (2630g); [16.5] 55lb (2490g) 
Paddler Skill:
All levels 
Recommended Use:
Ocean touring, sea kayaking 

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