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This fixed-position, J-style kayak carrier allows you to transport 1 kayak safely and securely on your roof rack. The space-saving cradle system with universal hardware mounts to most crossbar configurations. Includes tie-down straps.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (86 Customer Reviews)
This fixed-position, J-style kayak carrier allows you to transport 1 kayak safely and securely on your roof rack. The space-saving cradle system with universal hardware mounts to most crossbar configurations. Includes tie-down straps.
The Rhino-rack J-style kayak carriers are quick and easy to install and equally easy and quick to take down for when we travel without boats. We're not having any regrets with our purchase one year down the road.
I received the roof rack kit sooner then expected. Everything arrived in good condition. The installation instructions where ok and the install went well. This is my 3rd order from etrailer and it will not be the last there customer service is the best I have dealt with in a long time. I have also installed the front receiver hitch the install went well and I am happy with the product
I've used these racks for a few kayaking trips now and so far am pleased with the purchase. The assembly was fairly straight forward and I was extremely happy to see that the racks came with 4 ratchet straps, which I wasn't expecting. I gave the product 4 stars because after the first trip the padding on one of the racks tore during travel and is now duck taped on. The plastic knobs underneath the racks also loosen while driving, especially on windy days so make sure you double check that they're synched down before you travel!
Held the kayaks really well on their first journey! Was a bit confused on how to strap it in the front on my 2014 Prius V but figured it out. Cannot wait to bring these bad boys on vacation. We have 13 ft. Kayaks that weigh about 50ish pounds. One gripe is it took a thousand years to screw the screws down (okay, just a little longer than expected) and the paint on the bars that go underneath was a bit thick so I had to use the screws to wear down the holes a little before installing on the bars. Lastly, I couldn't find where exactly to place them on the roof rack in terms of where exactly to load them (More to the center? More to the outside?) So I do need to do a little more research before I take them back out again to be sure everything is optimal. Overall VERY happy and would buy again if I need to!
This rack works great. Very sturdy, easy to install (and remove multiple times if needed). Some need to be aware if the roof rack cross members are very close to the roof of the car, will need to place fastening stud on roof of car then place rack top to thread in as clearance can be an issue.
Great product, already owned a pair of the Rhino Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier brackets, needed another to take a friend kayaking with me. FABULOUS purchase experience, I bought it online, paid w Paypal, and it showed up on my doorstep earlier than even expected maybe 48 hrs later. I'd had two prior bad experiences in the previous month ordering this same product online, the other two companies advertised that it was in stock but then, once paid for, informed me that it would be coming 2-6 mos late; I cancelled those orders. I am THRILLED it was ACTUALLY IN STOCK IN YOUR WAREHOUSE, and that you were able to deliver so fast. Thank you, you have my business from now on.
I installed these as soon as I got them and I’ve got to say, there are some extra holes for screws that are a tad misleading and the pieces that secure it to the cross bars don’t seem super secure. For reference, I do have Rhino Rack’s vortex crossbars so this should fit snug. The rubber tops were tough to get into place and I am worried they’ll snap when I go to remove my rack but Rhino Rack has yet to fail me with their products so I bet it’ll work out great!
It took a while to figure out hoe to install the roof rack on my 2015 Nissan sentra but once I had it on these J style kayak carriers where fast and easy to put on. I drive to dicks and bought a ten foot kayak and set it in place and strapped it intp place just like the videos showed on this website, also very helpful. Thanks for a great product.
These J racks rock solid. Easy to put together and attach to the crossbars with lots of rubber padding to protect your kayaks. I went with the universal mount for quick on/off. Large turn knobs make it easy.
Racks were easy to assemble and install. They held up driving on the interstate at 70MPH with a not-ideally-shaped sit-on-top kayak. I had two sets of these for two kayaks and both held up well. I refastened the kayaks every rest stop (approx 30-50 miles) and the straps had only loosened maybe a half inch or so each time. I feel much more confident about these racks after their maiden voyage.
The J hooks are great, but the mounting hardware not so good. The bolts on the mounting hardware bent and came loose, which almost caused the kayak and j hook to fall off the rails. Tried to see if you guys sold replacement parts for them and you don't, so now I have to try and find them without having to buy a whole new j hook setup.
The Rhino Rack system on my Taurus is working great! The kayak carriers are awesome too. My daughter and I have taken many trips with our kayaks and absolutely love the Rhino system. I will definitely be using etrailer.com in the future.
Easy to install and priced right. Paired them with Rhino-Rack Aero Crossbars.
I followed instructions all went fairly well. I am happy with final results. Wish I would have thought about doing this a couple of years ago. Roof rack and kayak carrier has added value and more versatility to our little Mazda II.
This is a great product. As a novice kayaker I was nervous. The assembly was easy with clear instructions. My sales professional Crystal K. was a pleasure to work with. She knew the answers to all my questions. From placing the order to the delivery I am very satisfied. I will be using etrailer again. I can't wait to get my kayaks to the water.
The racks work great. I bought two sets. On our Tahoe they hold two kayaks and two paddleboards between them.
I was a little skeptical of using J style kayak racks. But after trying these out, they were very sturdy and handled both of my kayaks superbly. I am happy with this purchase.
We found the strapping to be difficult. You have to somehow throw the straps up and over the kayak after it is in the J rack. If someone has a tip that would be great. We watched you tube videos but nothing made it easier. Once the kayak is strapped in I think it would travel fine but it's not an easy thing to accomplish.
Sierra K - 09/08/2021I just received this product, all of the parts for assembly were included. Easy assembly verything, with no hiccups. I am combining this with Rhino-Rack roof rack, so the only downside was that it is not form fitted to sit more snuggly on the actual rack.
Rhino rack was functional but did not hold without moving on round bar. Awkard shape of my kayak made j rack too unstable.
I haven’t had the chance to install my rack since receiving it yesterday. But no worries! I have ordered from trailer several times over the years and I have never been disappointed. They are extremely professional and deliver when promised. Thanks!
Very nice. Easy assembly and well built. Easy to install. Working with the people at etrailer has always been a good experience for me they are very knowledgeable with the products they sell.
These are some sturdy J Racks! Solid and strong, they hold my heavy 70 lbs kayaks in place perfectly.
I ordered these to go with a new Rhino Rack roof rack I ordered for my car. Love the rack, however, the Rhino J kayak carriers are okay. I also have Thule J racks which won't fit adequately on my Rhino Rack (I've ordered longer bolts that will hopefully fix this issue). Thule J racks are a better quality product than the Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier, frankly. Etrailer.com has been very helpful.
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