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• Comparing Thule DockGlide Kayak Carrier to the Thule DockGrip Saddle Style Kayak and SUP Carrier
  For your Thule truck rack aero bars, the Thule DockGlide # TH896 is better if you want to slide your kayak from the back and utilizes felt pads to protect your boat and ease loading. I've attached a video to assist. The contrast is the Thule DockGrip # TH895 which has rear feet that grip. This is helpful for Stand Up Paddleboard use as well. I've attached that video for you to see the contrast. I recommend the Thule DockGlide for Kayak applications as the preferred easier product.
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• What Shape of Crossbars Does the Thule DockGrip Kayak Carrier Fit
  The Thule DockGrip kayak carrier, part # TH895, fits on most factory crossbars as well as round, square, and aero bars. I've linked a demo video of the carrier on Thule AeroBlade bars for you. Let me know the year, make, and model of your vehicle, and what kind of crossbars you have, if any, and I'll confirm whether not the DockGrip will work for you.
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• Does Thule DockGrip Kayak Rack Fit 2018 Subaru Outback Limited Factory Crossbars
  Yes, I checked with Thule and for the factory crossbars of your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon the DockGrip part # TH895 is a confirmed fit and will work well.
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• Best Way to Transport Heavy SUP & Kayaks on 2014 Kia Soul That has Factory Roof Rack
  So there is a way that is going to allow you to transport your kayaks and SUP with your 2014 Kia Soul, but the issue is the factory roof rack, so the only option is going to be a kayak trailer. There simply isn't any type of load assist that is going to work with your factory rack, and there's no way to carry 98 lbs of SUP/Kayak on a rack that has a 100 lb capacity - any carrier is going to overextend the rack. So your only option truly is a trailer, and here are the parts you'll need: -...
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• How to Carry a Kayak on a Roof Basket
  The Yakima OffGrid Roof Cargo Basket # Y07138-08 is a good middle-ground option at 62" long. It also comes with crossbars to attach a kayak or ski carrier. It doesn't come with fork mounts but you can attach a roof bike rack to the crossbars. I think this one looks really good but if you prefer a more aggressive look I would go with the Kuat basket. The Yakima has a slightly higher weight capacity of 165 lbs compared to the 160 lbs for Kuat. The difference between the crossbars is Kuat...
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• Bike Rack and Kayak Carrier that Can Fit Truxedo Elevate Ladder Rack
  The Truxedo Elevate bed rack part # TX46NV that you referenced is compatible with kayak and bike carrier from Yakima and Thule. Since this rack has channels on top of the bars the racks would easily fit directly to them like with the Thule ProRide XT part # TH598004-FB for a bike rack and for a kayak carrier # TH895.
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• Recommended Kayak Carrier for a 2020 Hobie Outback Mirage Kayak
  The Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs part # TH895 has a 75 lb weight capacity so if the 2020 Hobie Outback Mirage weighs 85 lbs it won't work. Instead, I recommend the Yakima BigCatch Kayak Carrier part # Y04091 which has a 150 lb weight capacity so it will be much better suited for sit on top kayaks. The Yakima BigCatch Kayak Carrier should work just fine on a Mopar Roof Rack.
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• Will the Thule T-track Accessories Work on the Yakima JetStream Crossbars
  The Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs part # TH895 is perfectly compatible with the Yakima JetStream Crossbars like part # Y00426. Like you said T-track and T-slot and the other track mounted accessories are interchangeable among the main manufacturers. On occasion the tee portion of the T-slot bolt of the accessory but it can be filed down slightly to fit into your slot. It is generally only a 1/16" that makes the difference.
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• Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer Height When Stored Vertically
  I spoke to my contact at Yakima and he informed me that when the tongue of the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer # Y08107 is collapsed and store in the upright position it would be 74-1/2 inches tall. Removing the coupler would not be an ideal solution for storing the trailer as it would also require removing the wiring for the trailer. For kayak carriers I would recommend going with the Thule DockGrip part # TH895. This will store the kayaks facing up and would work well with your Hobie kayaks....
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• Recommended Two Kayak System for 2017 Ford F450 with Sunroof Pulling 5th Wheel Trailer
  To avoid your bed when towing a 5th wheel on your 2017 Ford F-450, the best way to carry your couple of kayaks is to use a roof rack and a front hitch receiver with a load extender. You may not be able to use your sunroof with the kayaks installed. My recommendation is the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 65076 which is a confirmed fit for your vehicle along with the Rhino-Rack T-Load Hitch Mounted Load Bar # TH997. Then I recommend the Thule roof rack...
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• Recommended Thule Kayak Setup for LEER 100XR Truck Cap with Tracks Installed
  For your Leer 100XR truck cap with Thule tracks, the Thule Podium Foot Pack for Aero Bars # TH460R are a great option. You will also need the Thule Fit Kit for Podium Style Foot Pack # THKIT3101 to fit the rails. Then the # TH711120 crossbars will be a good fit. I also recommend using the locks # TH450400 to secure your system to your cap. This roof rack system will work very well with the Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier # TH895.
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• How to Carry 55 lb 12 Foot Long Kayaks on Class C Motorhome
  Your best bet for carrying two kayaks like what you describe would be to use a small trailer like # MPG460G. Due to the weight of your kayaks and the height of a Class C motorhome, carrying them on the roof wouldn't be feasible. If you don't already have a kayak carrier, I'd recommend using the Thule DockGrip, part # TH895. Each DockGrip kit can handle one kayak.
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• Compatibility of Malone Megasport Large Bunk Kit with Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer
  The Bunk Kit for Malone MegaSport Trailer - 1 Kayak # MPG561 is not a fit for your Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer - 78" # Y08107. It may be able to be adapted to fit, but It would take some work and wouldn't be supported by the manufacturer. My recommendation is to use the Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - Side Loading - Clamp On # RR570 or the Thule DockGrip # TH895.
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• Thule rack system for 2000 4Runner to carry a rack carrier loaded with two 42 lb kayaks
  The Thule Podium Feet # TH460R and Fit Kit # THKIT3101 are designed to fit the OEM tracks on your 2000 Toyota 4Runner. If you're needing the crossbars then the 43" WingBar Evo # TH711120 is what I recommend checking out. I do need to caution you though as the WingBar Evo has a strength rating of 220 lbs but Thule says their roof rack system on your setup has a weight rating of 110 lbs so if you were to swap out the crossbars for a different type of carrier you'll definitely be overloading...
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• Recommended Trailer For Kayak To Be Towed By 2016 Mazda Miata
  I recommend the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer - 66" # Y08106 of the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer - 78" Item # Y08107. Either option would be an ideal trailer for you that is so light it won't require brakes. This will work great with the Thule DockGrip # TH895. Another option is the CE Smith Boat Trailer for Boats and PWCs up to 12' Long - 800 lbs # CE48810. This is not able to use brakes. I recommend staying well under that 800 lbs for your application.
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• Converting Thule DockGrip Kayak Carrier to DockGlide
  I spoke with my contact at Thule and she said that you can indeed just replace the rear cradles on your DockGrip Kayak Carrier # TH895 with the DockGlide Assemblies # 1500052829 from the DockGlide Kayak Carrier to essentially convert it to this model. The mounting hardware is the same between the two systems so you just need the cradles themselves. They are sold as a quantity of 1 so you will need to order 2 of the assemblies.
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• Locking Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier to Roof Rack Crossbars
  The Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier # TH895 won't work with the One-Key Lock Cylinders # TH450400 as there simply isn't a place for these to install. The cradles themselves aren't able to be locked to the crossbars unless you are mounting them to a T-track on the crossbars, in which case locking end caps on the crossbars would help protect them from theft. Another option would be to just use a cable lock like # e98891 to weave through the cradles and around the crossbars to secure...
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• How to Carry a Kayak and Two Paddleboards on a Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer
  Your Native Ultimate 12 kayak would work great on the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer # Y08106 that has 66 inch wide crossbars. The Thule DockGrip part # TH895 would work best on a kayak of your size and then for paddleboard carriers the # Y04075 which can carry up to 2 at a time would work great and would allow you to fit everything on the trailer.
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• Roof Rack to Carry a Paddleboard or Kayak on a 2016 Buick Encore
  If you don't already have a complete roof rack with crossbars on the roof of your 2016 Buick Encore you need to start there. You Encore should have flush mounted rails and we have the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero system that fits. Use parts # RRSX040 to mount the # RRVA126B-2 crossbars. Then to carry the SUP on the crossbars use a carrier like the Lockrack Adjustable XL Watersport Carrier, part # LR54FR. The SupPup connects to the crossbars. It can actually carry 2 SUPs if needed. If you're...
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• Roof Rack Recommendation for Carrying Kayak on a 2014 Nissan Juke
  First you'll need a roof rack on your 2014 Nissan Juke. For this I suggest the Yakima system that consists of: 50 inch CoreBars - # Y00421 BaseLine Towers - # Y28TR Fit Kits - # Y06145 and # Y06138 Then to carry the kayak the Thule DockGrip # TH895. The DockGrip holds your kayak using saddles and also includes the bow and stern tie-downs you'll need. To make it easier to connect the tie-downs use the Thule Quick Loops # TH530.
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• Mounting 2 Kayaks and a SUP to 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe With Factory Roof Rack
  It is possible you may be able to mount a pair of kayaks on their side and your SUP on the factory roof rack of your 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe, but you'll need to measure the width of your bars to ensure you can use both a SUP carrier and a carrier for two kayaks I recommend the Thule Stacker Kayak Carrier System # TH830 to mount two kayaks on the side and the Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier # TH895 next to that if you have the room on your crossbars. The pair of kayaks will be mounted...
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• Can Swagman Exo Kayak Carrier Fit a Vibe Sea Ghost 130 Kayak
  The Swagman Exo kayak carrier, part # S65145, can definitely handle the weight and size of your Vibe Sea Ghost but when Iooked it up I'm more concerned about the shape of the hull. The hull looks in some pictures that it coudl be relatively flat which would make it not sit too well in the Exo. If I'm wrong and it's a pretty standard shape then the Exo will be fine. If the hull is pretty flat then a better carrier would be the Thule DockGrip, part # TH895. It's a saddle-style carrier that...
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• Kayak Saddle Recommendation For CE Smith Boat And Kayak Trailer Carrying 2021 Hobie Outback Kayak
  Yes, you can use kayak saddles with the CE Smith Multi Sport Plus Boat and Kayak Trailer # CE48870. I recommend the Thule DockGrip Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH895. These saddles will conform to the shape of your 2021 Hobie Outback for a more secure and stable mount. The flexible rubber pads will protect your kayak from damage and hold it place. I would mount the saddles to the bunks as this will allow you to carry the kayak higher. I feel this is important with your Hobie...
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• Will Thule Hull-A-Port Aero Kayak Carrier Fit OEM Crossbars on 2008 Nissan Xterra
  We do have some kayak carriers that will fit the OEM roof rack on your 2008 Nissan Xterra but the clamp system on the Thule Hull-A-Port Aero # TH849000 won't be able to install on the larger crossbars. A similar system from Yakima is the JayLow # Y04073 and it has been confirmed to fit. I have attached a review video of this for you to check out. If you are brand loyal and want to stick with Thule then the following has been confirmed to fit your OEM roof rack: DockGrip - # TH895 DockGlide...
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