Recommended Roof Rack To Use With J-Style Kayak Carrier On 2020 Chevy Equinox Bare Roof
Updated 05/09/2020 | Published 05/08/2020
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I have a 2020 Equinox with a bare roof. I need a roof rack to attach my Jaylow kayak carriers to. What are my options? I want something that will lock. I see Rhino Rack RS2500 - vortex aero bar for $. Does it require me to buy the Custom DK Kit DK488? If you could give me my options I would appreciate it. Thanks
asked by: Gail A
Helpful Expert Reply:
In order to use a j-style kayak carrier like the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier part # Y04073 on a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox with bare roof you will indeed need a roof rack, I recommend one with over-sized crossbars since you will need as much room as possible to carry multiple kayaks. The Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbar System part # RRVA126B-2, part # RRRLKVA, and part # DK488 is what I recommend. The custom fit kit is required as this component is vehicle specific.
I have attached some other options with a link below, just make sure to pick an option in which the crossbars extend out past the mounting feet.
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Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp-On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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