Which cross bar do you use for your kayaks?

[chxh8me]

Are your roof rails raised? If so(and you're interested) I have a set of malone autoracks that I'll sell you. I done need them anymore.

[RockyRaab]

I have a 14" Hobie Pro Angler that weighs over 100 pounds. The secret to easy loading is a pair of Hully rollers bolted to the rear crossbar. This picture shows them on my previous vehicle:



When I bought a new vehicle, I ordered aftermarket crossbars from Thule and installed the rollers. The positioning of the bar meant I had to also fabricate a guide/slide pad to protect the rear spoiler as you see here:



I also made up a block that fits inside the Hobie's Mirage drive well, for added stability. Once tied down, the 'yak can't move in any direction thanks to this block, even a freeway speeds.



A different style 'yak would require a different block design, of course.

Here it is, loaded and ready to boogie...



Happy 'yakking!

[King Saba]

Originally Posted by chxh8me

Are your roof rails raised? If so(and you're interested) I have a set of malone autoracks that I'll sell you. I done need them anymore.

Yep. Sounds interesting. I'll PM you.

Ooo... thanks for the pics and tip RockyRaab. I'll definitely add those mods to the crossbar later on.

[Shimano Penn]

Hey I could use those "hully rollers" myself, where would I get them ?

[RockyRaab]

They're a Yakima product. Should be easy to find.