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Inno Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
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Price: $99.94
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Inno Watersport Carriers - INA452
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Square Bars
- Gunwale Brackets
- Saddle-Style
- Inno
- Clamp-On
- No Load Assist
- Side Loading
- Fixed
Saddle-style cradles let you safely transport 1 kayak on your roof rack crossbars. Rubber-padded cradles securely grip your boat's hull, and they're easy to load from the side of your vehicle. Tool-free installation. Tie-down straps included.
Features:
- 4 Saddle-style cradles let you transport 1 kayak or canoe hull side up on your roof rack crossbars
- Designed for sit-on-top and other heavy kayaks
- Soft rubber pads on cradles keep kayak from shifting during transport
- Padding also protects kayak from scratches
- Cradles are adjustable along crossbars to fit a variety of kayak sizes
- 2 Durable, polyester straps secure kayak to roof rack
- Bow/stern tie-downs (sold separately) recommended to anchor boat to vehicle
- Simple, clamp-on installation to most crossbars - no tools required
- Constructed of hard plastic composite
Specs:
- Application: square, aero, elliptical, and most factory crossbars
- Also fits round bars with an adapter (INISF715 - sold separately)
- Maximum crossbar dimensions: 3-1/2" wide x 1" tall
- Long bolt kits (sold separately) let you mount carrier on crossbars up to 2" tall
- Minimum crossbar spread: 28"
- Carrying capacity: 1 kayak
- Weight capacity: 70 lbs
- Strap length: 13'
- Carrier weight: 5.6 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
The Inno Multi Cradle kayak carrier transports 1 sit-on-top or other heavy kayak hull side up on your vehicle's roof rack. The saddles are easy to load from the side of your vehicle, and they have soft rubber padding to protect your kayak during transport. Two tie-down straps are included to secure your boat to your crossbars, and the saddles install without tools.
Easy Side Loading
The saddle-style cradles are easy to load from the side of your vehicle. Simply lift your kayak up and onto the roof and slide it into place hull side up. The cradles can be adjusted along your crossbars to ensure the kayak is resting flat on the saddle base pads. Loading your kayak hull side up helps to keep it balanced and reduces wind drag during transport.
Two 13' long straps are included to secure your kayak to your crossbars. Just loop the straps around your crossbars and your kayak and pull them tight with the cam buckles. The buckles have pads to protect your kayak's hull from scratches and abrasions. Bow/stern tie-downs (sold separately) are recommended to anchor the kayak to your vehicle's front and rear bumper.
Simple Installation
The carrier installs quickly and easily with hand knobs, bolts, and brackets - no tools required. Place the cradles on top of your crossbars, hold the lower plates in position under the cradles, and thread the bolts through the cradles and the plates. Adjust the cradles until your kayak is stable, then tighten the knobs until the lower plates are parallel to the cradles.
INA452 Inno Multi Cradle Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Side Loading - 1 Kayak
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
89% were satisfied with this product
11% of customers were not satisfied
- Product did not meet expectations
- Wrong item was ordered
- Alternate product found
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
15 reviews
by:
Robin
08/26/2025
These are perfect for Thule Xporter. Easy to install and they have a large footprint for a canoe gunwale. After 20+ years kayaking, I added a canoe and needed some canoe brackets. These are perfect and half the price
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PatrickM
07/22/2016
I purchased a car rack system as well as the kayak carrier and it arrived in only two days! It was easy to put on and fits my 2013 Hyundai Tucson Limited perfectly. I picked up my new kayak the next day and mad it home with no issue what so ever. I am very satisfied with this product.
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Richard
09/07/2025
Sturdy and protects canoe finish. Low profile, makes loading/unloading canoe easier.
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Ben
05/16/2025
Works really well with our inno crossbeams. Bought for a rav4 to haul a canoe and it all works well together. wish there was a better anchor on both sides of the pads.
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C. F.
05/05/2024
Decent tie-downs but a bit of work to tie everything down and get the kayak settled, especially with a heavier kayak around 50 pounds and 12 feet long. The rubber pads do their job a little too well in that case!
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Dennis
08/05/2025
Have not tried them yet. This part of the order come on time and complete. Waiting for parts from other part of order.
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Nathan
08/12/2025
Exactly what I was looking for! They work perfectly for hauling marathon racing canoes
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Pertti
07/16/2024
They are jus what I needed for my annual river trip, sturdy construction and fit perfectly on the roof rack
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Notman
04/17/2025
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Mike B
11/24/2020
Son uses them to transport his kayak, and they work great.
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Randy
04/09/2026
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George
09/04/2025
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Jennifer
08/06/2022
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Frank
04/15/2023
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Steven
03/06/2024
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Norman B.
4/18/2026
No issues - works as advertised - it’s a decent product.