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The simple and functional Yakima Mako Aero Saddles carry your sea or whitewater kayak, and they fit nearly any factory bars right out of the box. Plenty of padding on the Mako Aero Saddles and the included straps, ensures your boat doesn't get scratched up during transport. Yakima even added bow and stern tie-down straps to eliminate every last bit of wobble. These saddles come two to a package. Pair with a second set or match with a pair of HullyRollers.
Bottom Line: Nothing fancy, just pure function.
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Yakima Mako Aero Saddles
By:
Peter Gram
May 5, 2012
The Mako Aero saddle clamps on to most kinds of bars, and the installation is easy. They are sold in a pair, but two pairs are needed to carry one kayak. One for the front bar, and one for the back.
There are also some nice extras included in the box. There is a tie-down strap with rubber covering the cam buckle, which protects both your boat and the roof of your car. Also included is a bow or stern tie-down which hooks the end of your boat to the car's tow hitch. And each saddle comes with optional felt padding, to protect the boat. I found that with the included straps, nothing additional was needed to secure a kayak.
I've tried both the Mako saddle and the Mako Aero saddle. The main difference is the Mako Aero is compatible with more kinds of bars, such as the Whispbar. Also, the Mako Aero is compatible with a locking core, which isn't available for the regular Mako.
will these fit on trac rac bars?
will these fit on trac rac bars?
By: Marty Franklin
January 22, 2012
Can I mount these saddles directly onto a Chevy Trailblazer factory
Can I mount these saddles directly onto a Chevy Trailblazer factory crossbar?
By: cleibige2397383
September 3, 2008
They work sweet
By:
xma3426672
March 16, 2010
The Mako saddles work like a charm on my Jeep Cherokee's factory rack. They secured my 14 foot yak with no problem and held it in place even when I was zipping along at 70- I forgot I had the yak up topside! You will need to purchase two sets; one set consist of a pair of saddles. They come with all the straps you'll need. The only downside is security. Buy the optional locks or some bum could rip you off. Glad I went with the Makos. Cheers
Does ordering 1 set come with all 4 saddles or just a pair? Some
Does ordering 1 set come with all 4 saddles or just a pair? Some places are selling them as a pair but this picture makes it look like you get all 4. Does anyone know?
By: bear47
June 17, 2008
This does not include all four saddles. You need to either but two of these or you could pair it up with a set of different saddles like the Yakima HullyRollers (Item #YAK0211) for an easier way of loading your boat.
By: MIC
June 18, 2008
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Yakima Mako Aero Saddles
The Mako Aero saddle clamps on to most kinds of bars, and the installation is easy. They are sold in a pair, but two pairs are needed to carry one kayak. more...
They work sweet
The Mako saddles work like a charm on my Jeep Cherokee's factory rack. They secured my 14 foot yak with no problem and held it in place even when I more...
- Compatibility:
- Round, square, & factory bars
- Max Load:
- 1 Kayak (when paired with a second set)
- Locks Included:
- No, sold separately
- Recommended Use:
- Shuttling a sea or river kayak
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year