Kayak Carrier Recommended for Old Town Heron Kayaks on Yakima Y08107 Rack and Roll Trailer

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HI-, I have two tandem kayaks old town twin heron and one solo. Can you recommend the best accessories if needed to tie them to this trailer? I have a 2019 Honda Odyssey, which options do I have for trailer hitch? Thank you!

asked by: Steve J

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For a fairly economical way to transport your three kayaks on the # Y08107 Rack and Roll trailer, I'd recommend going with the Malone FoldAway # MAL38FR for two kayaks and the # MAL98FR for the third.

I looked up your kayaks, and found that Old Town lists the weight of the solo as being about 40 lbs with a length of 9-1/2 feet and the tandems as being 60 lbs each with a length of 13-1/2 feet. The kayaks sizes and weights would be compatible with both the Rack and Roll trailer and the carriers I recommended. The carriers include the load straps for attaching the kayaks to the carrier as well as the bow/stern tie downs.

For a trailer hitch for your 2019 Honda Odyssey, I'd recommend a mostly concealed hitch like the Curt Class III, part # C64NR. When installed, the only portion of the hitch that would be visible is the receiver tube and the safety chain loops, the crossbar will be concealed behind the bumper fascia. Many folks prefer this to a hitch like the Curt # C13370, which would be completely exposed.

You'll also need a wiring harness like # 118781, a # C45010 ball mount and a # 63845 trailer ball.

I've linked to demonstration videos for the carriers I mentioned above as well as for the Rack and Roll trailer. Also linked are install videos for the trailer hitch and trailer wiring harness I recommended.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Comparison of Class III Hitch-2019 Honda Odyssey
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Great Question Betty. The Draw-Tite hitch part #76170 and EcoHitch part #306-X7372 are both concealed cross tube hitches for the 2020 Honda Odyssey. Both hitches will only have the receiver visible once installed the cross tube is behind the…

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Answer 2

We have a really nice selection of hitches that are confirmed to fit your 2020 Honda Odyssey. One of the main differences between an OEM hitch and most aftermarket hitches is that a factory hitch is typically more hidden with just the receiver tube…

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Answer 3

While both hitches look and install very similarly, I recommend the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch #306-X7391 for your 2020 Subaru Forester over the Curt Hidden Hitch #C47HR. Both have the same towing weight capacity of 3,500 lbs, but EcoHitch…

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Answer 4

You will get signifcantly less clearance issues if you go with the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch item #306-X7372 over the etrailer Hitch item #e98855. I have attached some pictures below that will better show this but the main thing you are getting…

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Answer 5

I went out to the warehouse and took some measurements of the three hitches you mentioned for your 2019 Honda Odyssey and from what I find the #76170 hitch actually has about a 1/4 inch less ground clearance than the #C13370. The #76170 is actually a…

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Answer 6

A roof rack for your 2016 Ram 1500 Crew Cab would be your best option for carrying a kayak. The Rhino Rack Aero Kit part #RRVA150B-2, #RRRLKVA, and #DK043 would be a fantastic option that's confirmed as a fit for your truck for carrying a kayak…

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Answer 7

The Equal-i-zer Weight Dist Shank part #EQ90-02-4600 should allow you to tow with the tailgate down on your 2017 Ram 3500. I have attached a photo for you of this shank used with a similar system on a similar truck

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Answer 8

Yes, the Portable Power Watchdog Surge Protector with Bluetooth - 30 Amp, #HU97FR can be used with generators however, many generators (portable) have a floating ground/neutral; so you will want to determine this with yours as you may need an added…

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Answer 9

I think the images are coincidences. It is always a good idea to use bow and stern tie downs when transporting something long like a kayak or canoe. It is not necessary in all places but may be required by state or local laws in others. So better…

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Answer 10

The Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer #Y08107 with the 78 inch load bars has a 250 pound capacity so weight would not be an issue. As far as space on J-style carriers you would likely be able to get up to 6 kayaks on the trailer depending on the kayaks…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

Hi Mike! Do you want a completely hidden hitch or one where only the receiver is visible? The Curt #C64NR you looked at has a concealed cross tube so you will only see the receiver hanging down at the rear. The Hidden Hitch by Draw-Tite #DT76GR will…

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