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This aluminum, folding rack lets you safely transport 1 kayak on your vehicle's roof. Folding arms pivot to accommodate almost any size kayak or paddleboard. Universal clamp-on brackets mount on most roof rack crossbars with no tools required.
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Each cradle has an integrated lever that allows you to adjust the upright arm to fit virtually any size kayak. Simply rotate both of the side levers forward and pivot the arm to the appropriate angle to ensure that your boat sits properly in the cradle. Notched pivot points allow for precise positioning. Rotate the levers back to lock each arm into place.
Installation is quick and easy and doesn't require any tools. The included mounting clamps on these cradles fit round, square, aero/elliptical, crescent-shaped, and most factory crossbars. First, position the cradles so that they are lined up correctly and are sitting at least 24" apart. Then slide the mounting clamps underneath your roof rack's crossbars and attach them to the cradles with the included hardware. Use the included hand knobs to easily tighten and secure the clamps around your crossbars.
Ratings & Reviews
Denis
4/25/2022
Still works wonderfully
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Kate F.
1/28/2026
I am sorry to hear that Loren, maybe these tricks will help: When carrying an inflatable paddle board on the Curt 18320 J-style carrier, it helps to leave the board slightly underinflated, around 80 to 90 percent. This gives it enough shape to stay put while allowing some flexibility so the straps don’t create pressure points. Adding padding to the J-cradles, like foam or pool noodles, will help protect the board and spread out the contact area. When strapping it down, use cam straps only and run them over the widest part of the board. Tighten just enough to keep it from moving, but not so much that the board visibly compresses. Using bow and stern tie-downs is a good idea to reduce lift and keep the board stable at highway speeds. It’s also smart to stop after the first few miles to recheck the straps, since inflatable boards can settle slightly once you start driving. Please let me know if that helps =)