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This versatile carrier lets you transport 2 kayaks or SUPs on your roof rack crossbars. Carry in stacker, J-style, or saddle position to maximize usable space on your crossbars. Fold arms flat for overhead clearance. Tie-down straps included.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (53 Customer Reviews)
This versatile carrier lets you transport 2 kayaks or SUPs on your roof rack crossbars. Carry in stacker, J-style, or saddle position to maximize usable space on your crossbars. Fold arms flat for overhead clearance. Tie-down straps included.
We bought this Kayak rack for my mom to put on her 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee so her and my dad could haul their kayaks easier. The mounting hardware was a little tricky at first but once we figured it out, it wasn't bad at all. It holds the kayaks in place nicely. Had no issues with them getting loose or moving around. Seems to be built well and they're very happy with it so far.
This is a really well-made, quality product. The top surface feels somewhat squishy like it will provide cushioning to the board(s) held onto it or to the kayaks. It shipped very quickly from e-trailer and arrived in pristine condition. The layout and packaging is gorgeous as well. I do wish there was an option for over-packaging to conceal the contents but to their credit the delivery person did put it out of the line of sight on my porch. I would definitely buy from here again.
Very adequate but a bit awkward to attach and load kayaks. Using with a low profile Rhino Rack, I was able to attach, load and carry 1-10’ and 1-12’ Eddyline kayak and travel over 1000 miles this past spring without incident.
Although I believe Thule is at the top of the carrier field, it seemed like this product is mostly plastic especially in places where stress and pressure could cause cracking like the knobs for righting the middle rack, and the grooves where the middle rack can be moved to. I’ve had a Thule rack in the past and these areas did crack and made adjusting them difficult. For the price we pay, the materials should be more durable.
Love etrailer and the new Thule Compass! Just what I need to fit two kayaks on my roof, next to my 18ft old town canoe. Solid construction and easy install (less than 20 min).
I downloaded the Install Guide from Thule and watched the video one etrailer.com prior to buying.
Everything was spot on!
I was done with the install quickly!
Shopping experience / delivery experience was excellent.
Thank you!
It's mostly a good design, sturdy, and easy to use. Unfortunately, it's a little impractical if you plan to use it for 2 kayaks. In the 2-kayak setup, it will need to be mounted in the middle of the roof and this makes it challenging to reach the kayaks -- especially on taller vehicles like SUVs without two people and strong shoulders.
It's probably more suitable on sedans or lower vehicles like many Subarus.
The roof rack is performing like a champ.
It is everything we wanted, researched and purchased, with your help off course.
Here are a couple pics from our camping trip last year.
They can be shared anywhere if you like.
Great product and quality. A little bit noisy when no kayak on board and no worry about the kayak really secured with all straps come with it. Loved it and enjoyed it.
Great product, work at designed for 2 kayaks carrier. Easy installation, clear and detail instruction on how to correct secure kayaks.
Works well for me and looks great on the Thule rack on my Tacoma.
Thule makes outstanding products. This is not the first Item I purchased. Excellent hardware and easy to assemble. We have two kayaks and look forward to warmer weather.
Hey guys,Montrell M.,and Erik B were great and spot on with all info and delivery! I am very happy with the 890000 Thule Compass with my 1995 Toyota 4-runner.,will send some pics later., THANKS AGAIN for the great service!
I was very satisfied with my purchase. The quality is excellent, the price was reasonable and the carrier looks great on the car. I would definitely buy another product from etrailer.
Wry disappointed in such an expensive rack and kayak carrier. It is extremely difficult to reach the carrier to place two kayaks. We are very uncomfortable transporting the kayaks for longer and highway travel. I would not recommend these to others. We likely will purchase something other in the future. I’d rather put the kayak in a car or pickup truck that they would fit in.
Jenny N.
1/16/2024
I am sorry to hear that you do not like the Thule Compass system. Depending on how many kayaks you are transporting, you might like a single kayak carrier more where the kayak lays flat versus on the side. I have a few in mind for you like part # LR88FR or part # Y04083-2.
Not crazy about this kayak carrier. Very diffficult to arrange two kayaks on this thing
Not providing the "T" slot mounting of the Aero bars brought my rating down a star. It sort of misses the point when used with integrated mounting style bars. Otherwise solid product.
The installation is super easy, looks great, and very little wind noise. Great purchase!
awesome product - awesome people-, this rack is great in its diversity - watch the video
Excellent technical support. Yet to test it all out? Thanks
I haven't used it yet but it was easy to put on the roof
Cynthia
6/18/2021
Great
Easy to install, easy to use.
David
9/7/2021
Takes me to the river, my kayaks in the water... floating me down, floating me down... love my Thule kayak roof mounts
Was great to install holds the kayaks g reat!!!!
great product! Functions as intended, well constructed and easy to use. Ordering and delivery was top notch.
Big fan...works well...just like the video posted on the website.
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Jacob
12/6/2024
My parents have had their kayak rack for about a year now. They take it off the Jeep most of the time, then put it on when they need to use it. The mounting system is simple enough that its not a big deal. It works out just fine that way. Theyre still happy with it. It made a good gift.