Can Thule Compass Kayak Carrier be Used With 2 Kayaks Side-by-Side
Updated 06/11/2020 | Published 06/09/2020
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can this system be used as a saddle carrier for 2 kayaks laying flat side by side on a sylvan sport go camper
asked by: Paul L
Expert Reply:
The Thule Compass Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH890000 can be used with two kayaks, but they have to be on their side and not laying flat.
The only way to carry a pair of kayaks laying flat is by using two saddle-style carriers, the Thule DockGlide Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH896.
The issue with this is that kayaks are generally too wide to fit next to each other on a single rack system, which is why they need to be on their sides. I have added links to video reviews for both carriers for you to check out as well.
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Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Surfboard
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp-On
- No Load Assist
- Thule
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