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This versatile watersport carrier lets you transport 1 or 2 kayaks, 1 canoe or fishing kayak, or 2 SUPs on your roof rack. A perfect solution for those who paddle alone or with a friend! Includes load straps, tie-downs, and mounting hardware.
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The Malone FoldAway-5 is a great option for paddlers who use a variety of watercraft, and anyone that likes to bring a friend along. With different configurations to fit your needs, this roof carrier can be adjusted to securely transport 1 or 2 kayaks, 1 canoe or fishing kayak, or 2 SUPs or surfboards. When the arms are in the upright position, you can fit 1 or 2 kayaks side by side.
If you fold the carrier's arms down, you can carry 1 sit-on-top, fishing kayak or a canoe. When carrying a canoe, adjust the carrier so the 2 cradle components are spread across your roof rack. This will let you set your canoe's gunwales on the carrier and transport it hull-side up.
While the carrier is in the folded down position, you can add the included foam blocks into the space between each carrier. This provides additional padding to protect your SUPs and surfboards when loading and during transport.
If you park your vehicle in a garage and don't want to remove the carrier, put the cradles in the folded down position and remove the foam blocks. If you have a taller vehicle, you may still have to remove the carrier to park in the garage.
The carrier includes 2 cam-buckle straps and integrated strap holders to secure your kayak to the rack. The strap holders attach to the top of the carrier to keep the straps in place while loading your kayaks. A set of bow/stern tie-downs are also included to secure the kayak to the front and back of your vehicle.
If your vehicle doesn't have any tie-down points, you can get an anchor kit (sold separately) which will let you create anchor points in the creases of your vehicle's hood and hatch.
The carrier clamps to most crossbars without the need for tools. Simply set the rack on your crossbars, slide the mounting brackets over the bolts, and secure them with the T-knobs.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
95% were satisfied with this product
5% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Sierra K.
7/20/2022
In this video you can see two kayaks up on a Prius and it gives you a good idea how to attach everything:
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Brooke M.
7/1/2025
Wow, three 14 footers! That is awesome :) So glad to hear how much this has been a great solution. I have never been sea kayaking - have you ever seen anything crazy while in the ocean?
Nicholas
3/6/2023
2 years now, still holding strong. I drove from Oregon to Florida with my kayak attached to my vehicle and I have no complaints. These racks are great.
Kimberly
10/5/2022
After a year, we are still using the kayak rack and still happy with it.
Michael E.
12/12/2021
Had these racks for a year now and theyve been great
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James
7/12/2026
Still works great. No complaints. I would buy it again.