Can Paddle Boards be Transported with J-Style Carriers

Updated 07/02/2019 | Published 07/01/2019

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Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On

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Thule SUP Taxi XT Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier - Roof Mount - 2 Boards

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Question:

Can two paddle boards be transported using two kayak “ J “ racks ? Four “ J’s” total

asked by: Ed

Expert Reply:

I do have a solution for you but J-Style carriers are meant to be used for carrying kayaks because paddle boards are supposed to be transported laying down flat.

The only way to have 2 J-Style kayak carriers and be able to transport your 2 paddle boards is with the Thule Compass Kayak and SUP Carrier w/ Tie-Downs # TH890000. For your application you need to lower the upright and stack your paddle boards on top of each other as you can't carry paddle boards using the J-Style setup.

If you would rather use a traditional paddle board carrier because of this then I recommend the Thule SUP Taxi XT Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier # TH810001 which is also compatible with 2 boards.

I have attached review videos for each that you can check out.

expert reply by: Jon G