Recommended Roof Rack System and Kayak Carrier for a 2009 Ford Edge

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First, since you need a rack, we will have to set you up with one. Start with the Thule Traverse Roof-Rack Foot Pack, # TH480. This comes with 4 feet. Next you will need 58 inch Thule Load Bars, # THLB58. I have included installation instructions below. Finally, to go with the feet, you will need Thule Roof-Rack Fit Kit for Traverse Foot Packs, # THKIT1530. I have included a video showing installation of a Thule roof rack below.

Now that you have a rack, we can find something to carry that kayak. We have the Thule Top Deck Rooftop Kayak Carrier System with Tie Downs, # TH881. It comes with four brackets that form a saddle and includes tie downs to secure the kayak to the rack. I have included a link to the instructions below. Combine that carrier with the Thule Water Slide Non-Skid Loading Mat, # TH854, and you will be ready to load and unload your kayak without fear of damaging your 2009 Ford Edge.

expert reply by: Michael H