What is the Weight Capacity of the Rhino-Rack Nautic Kayak Carrier

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What weight of kayak will the 571 accommodate? I cant find any information on this at the manufacturers site and my fishing kayak is on the mid- to high range at 75lbs. and I just want to check before I order. Thanks.

asked by: Mike

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I checked with Rhino-Rack and the capacity of the Nautic kayak carrier # RR571 is dependent on the capacity of the roof rack on the vehicle. If your roof rack can support 75 pounds then that is what the carrier would be rated for. The carrier itself does not have an official capacity.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The rubber pads on the Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier, Side Loading #RR570 are designed to help grip and secure your kayak, not to help slide the kayak onto the roof. You may be able to load the kayak from the back with the #RR570 carrier, but…

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Answer 2

I spoke with my Rhino-Rack contact, who has confirmed that their #RR571 Nautic Kayak Carrier would be compatible with a 2 inch diameter crossbar. I'm assuming you're speaking of a ladder rack with 2 inch round bars. The carrier includes…

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The Yakima Crossbar Pads #Y07413 would have no problem carrying your Hobie kayak, but you will first want to make sure that the roof of the vehicle you plan to carry the kayak has the capacity needed for the 90 lb kayak. If so, then you would be good…

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Hey Rick, I wish I could say yes a Thule locking hitch pin would work with your Rhino Rack T-Load part #RTL002 but they are different sizes. The good news is the T-Load comes with a lock for the hitch pin so you won't need anything else.

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Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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Answer 6

When it comes to transporting a paddleboard you will want to carry it flat to best protect it. Since the Yakima BigStack #Y04041 would mean you have to carry it on it's side I recommend using a kit like the 33-1/2" Long Rhino-Rack Surfboard…

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Answer 7

Yes you can mount the Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs #RR570 onto most types of crossbars including the Yakima Jetstream aero crossbars. The Yakima Jetstream bars measure about 1" tall and 3-1/8" wide, and the Rhino-Rack…

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The 219-pound on-road dynamic weight capacity is the weight capacity of the platform itself when mounted on three aftermarket crossbars on your 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The platform #RR42115BF is designed to mount on a crossbar system. If you…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

Hello Pete, I have the perfect kayak carrier for your setup, the Thule Hull-A-Port Aero Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs (J-Style, Folding, Channel Mount) #TH849000. While I don’t have a direct-fit database that confirms accessories for every vehicle,…

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