This kayak rack offers the ultimate in carrying performance. With its 4 boat capacity and proven universal mounting system, The Stacker is the most efficient way to carry multiple whitewater kayaks.
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Note: Kayak cannot be longer than 10 feet. If your kayak is longer than 10 feet, use part TH848. Also, if you want to use an ocean wider kayak, use part numbers TH834 or TH848.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today on our 2013 Kia Soul, we'll be test-fitting the Thule Stacker Roof Mount and Multi-Kayak Carrier, Part number TH830.We'll begin our test-fit by first placing the Stacker onto the front load bar. We'll insert the bolts through the top of the top bracket of the Stacker. We'll then use the bracket to come underneath the front load bar, inserting the bolts through the holes of the bracket. We'll then use the black wing nuts to tighten it down to secure the Stacker to the load bar. Once we have the first stacker all tightened down and secured to the front load bar, we can repeat the same steps for the rear stacker.Once both pieces are secured and tightened down to the load bars, we're ready to load up our kayak. We'll first simply take our Thule straps to thread them through the top of the Stacker.
We'll do this for both the front and rear piece. We'll then drape them over the driver's side. We'll now set our kayak up on top of our load bars, positioning the kayak even on the load bars, so the weight can be evenly distributed to each load bar. Next, we'll drape the straps over the kayak, wrapping them underneath the load bar, inserting the strap through the buckle and tightening it down. When you thread the strap underneath the load bar, you want to make sure that it is on the inside of the feet.
This will prevent the strap from slipping off of the load bar. Before tightening it down all the way, you want to make sure that you do the rear strap as well, and then tightening it down firmly. With these two straps secured, we're ready to install our bow and stern strap.With our hook, pulley, and rope already assembled according to the included instructions, we'll go up to the strap at the head of the carrier, and clip it onto the strap that's connected to the kayak. Next, we'll go underneath the front of the vehicle and find a sturdy spot to hook the second hook. Once we've established this position, we can then gently pull down on the end of the rope to reduce the slack.We'll then move to the rear of the vehicle, where we will again hook the clip around the black strap of the kayak, and find a secure position on the underside of the rear of our vehicle.
This vehicle is equipped with a hitch, which will be a perfect destination for the second hook. We'll then pull down on the rope, reducing the slack. Since the bow of the kayak is secured with the rope, we can then tighten down the stern. We'll then move back up to the front of the vehicle, where we will tighten it snug.With the kayak all loaded up and secured, that will complete today's test-fit on the Thule Stacker Roof Mount and Multi-Kayak Carrier, Part number TH830 on our 2013 Kia Soul.
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (35 Customer Reviews)
This kayak rack offers the ultimate in carrying performance. With its 4 boat capacity and proven universal mounting system, The Stacker is the most efficient way to carry multiple whitewater kayaks.Hauled up 2 Day touring Kayaks over 2000 miles without any issues. 139509
These were easy to install and use. I do recommend this carrier for multiple kayaks transport. 184975
I purchased this for my son and friend, and told me it works great. It is easy to attach, fold down when not in use, and takes up very little space when storing. It made a great gift, as well as making loading and unloading simple and easy. 485360
The picture shows the stacker in the down position. Very easy to install and raise to tie the kayaks to the two upright Stackers. After you remove the kayaks, simple to loosen a knob and lay the stackers flat so that you don't hear any wind noise when you are driving. Or you can just remove them until the next time you go kayaking. This allows us to carry two of our plastic river kayaks. If we buy another set of the Stackers, we can carry a total of 4 river kayaks. 223495
Love this stacker rack! Wanted to get something that can carry 1-6 boats, and it works perfectly! Folds down nicely on the roof to fit in the garage when not in use. Carries up to 4 boats on my Chrysler Town & Country; up to 6 on the bars of my buddy's pop-up camper roof (extra straps are required for more than 2 boats). Durable, as are pretty much all Thule products. Would highly recommend! 251004
Great product. Explanation of what we needed before we bought the product was excellent! Have loaded 4 kayaks easily for a couple trips. Very happy we purchased this instead of a trailer. Easy to take on and off and light to use on both vehicles allowing us to carry on kayak trip so we do not leave kayaks while retrieving other vehicle. 216308
Sherri M - 08/07/2016The Stacker worked perfectly! We needed to haul 2 kayaks, and when we began to suspect that my 2014 CR-V cross rails weren't wide enough for the Thule J-Style carriers I kept looking. Well, The Stacker was the perfect solution. Mounted in the center of the rails, to accommodate two Kayaks. Watching the video provided on etrailer page was very helpful, as we have never tried to use anything like this before. These brackets are so very sturdy, and with kayaks attached, were so stable. The straps provided were sturdy too, and easy to use. Being able to use these two brackets, instead of having to buy two sets of J-style hooks was a huge money saver. Thanks to etrailer.com I was able to figure all of this out, using descriptions, reviews, videos and Q&A's available as I was trying to work out a solution. Thank you etrailer. 137486
Looked everywhere to find a kayak rack that would fit on an existing 08 Xterra with a manufacturer storage rack and crossbar support. etrailer site had what I needed. They had a "blog" describing that this would work, with extension bolts (which they also supply). Received the system within 4 days, installed it in about 15 - 20 minutes on the manufacturer rack. Holds up great, first trip we traveled about 250 miles round trip with two kayaks on top (about 80 lbs total), in 20 - 30 mph winds. No problems at all. I am extremely happy with this system. I do use a few rubber cabinet liners cut and placed on the crossbars to help the kayaks from sliding (this is also very helpful). I have read a few reports of the boats coming lose, but have not had any issues. I have enclosed a few pictures to show how they install as well as how boats were secured. 406809
Easy install, sturdy and serves the purpose! Easily transporting 2 50lb kayaks! Folds down when parked, and stows easily in the trunk when not needed! 27089
The racks should have no problem attaching to the bars, but, there are some things we should check to ensure this rack will work. 1) Check the crossbar spread, from center of front bar to center of rear bar, on the Subaru. It needs to be 24 inches, minimum. 2) Check the weight capacity of the roof/roof rack. If it is not indicated on the bars, then Subaru will have it listed in the ownersmanual. You have 104 lbs of kayak and about 8 pounds of kayak carrier with this one. Make sure your vehicle will accommodate that weight.
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Patrick B - 8/28/2013These TH830 hold the kayaks side up for less wind resistance. Easy to tie to but I do carry a step ladder to reach center on top of jeep 706785
Received the rack on time as promised. Unfortunately UPS smashed the box and repacked it. eTrailer responded immediately and sent a replacement. The rack fit my 2011 Santa Fe perfectly and worked as advertised. I highly recommend eTrailer for their products and customer service. 688541
My wife uses these to carry two small kayaks in the roof of her Subaru. They work great and we very happy with the purchase. She also likes finding her car easier in the parking lots, even with the carriers folded down. 670771
Good information on site. There are photos of the installation which help a lot. The product is working well to transport two 10’ kayaks on roof rack of 2015 Subaru Outback. 655715
We love the boat carrier. It can hold 4 kayaks on a Nissan xterra (which is a very narrow vehicle) 646826
The product came quickly and was in perfect condition. Second time I've ordered something from this company and both times they have been flawless. 619648
great product well documented installation instructions. Durable and kayaks are secure. Only negative is the roof rack clamp created a leak in driver side window that I have made a few adjustments but a slight leak continues. 554760
Excellent company to do business with I have bought many items from E trailer always on time and never a problem thank you for the great service 547038
This company has great with customer service. I’ve bought a few things from them now. They seem like a very hands on company. I bought a thule roof rack and thule kayak stacker from them and the products were best price and as advertised. I will keep doing business with them 524576
Fits fine. Solid. Never had an issue with it so far. Been installed a couple years now. Mounts attach fine to the roof of a Focus ST. No slip. 520642
Easy to install and looks great! 518267
Great product. Fast shipping. Thanks et railer! 503640
Could not be more pleased with the service or product. This will always be my first stop when shopping for similar items. 473005
They Work Well, but Depending upon your position of the roof racks you may get wind whistle if you don't have the kayaks up there, otherwise with the kayaks it was great easy to use and mount on my Rhino Rack, wish they had a front wind cover that would mount and prevent wind Whistle. They definitely worked well with 2 kayaks up there, I will be trying with 3 in July. 385478
Thule never disappoints. 374417
Shipped quickly, Packaged very well. Installed in about an hour or so. Looks good on my truck. Will use them this weekend to carry 2 kayaks 290057
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