How To Carry A Fishing Kayak On The Roof Of A 2005 Honda Odyssey

Updated 03/23/2021 | Published 03/19/2021

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LockRack Adjustable XL Watersport Carrier - Canoe, Kayak, or 2 SUPs - Side Loading - Universal Mount

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$364.61

Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver

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Question:

I have a 2005 honda odyssey with rails front to back i like the Malone Auto Racks AirFlow2 Alum Aero Cross Rail System, 58in, MPG216 as the crossbar addon with Lockrack Universal Rooftop Watersports Carrier, Aluminum as a Fishing kayak carrier addon. The kayak is a Old Town Topwater 106 PDL Angler Fishing Kayak. will the first two items, cross bar and fishing kayak carrier install together to carry the kayak successfully without additional custom parts or stress. Thanks

asked by: Amedeo B

Expert Reply:

The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long # MPG216 will simply attach to the factory raised rails on your 2005 Honda Odyssey. This is a very budget-friendly option that will work well; it has a 165lb weight capacity and has a built-in top channel for accessories to be installed onto.

The Lockrack Adjustable XL Watersport Carrier - Canoe, Kayak, or 2 SUPs - Side Loading - Universal Mount # LR54FR can slide into the top channel of the Malone crossbars. The weight capacity is 175lbs; it looks like your TopWater 106 PDL kayak weighs about 100lbs so the Lockrack carrier will hold it just fine. You do not need straps with this setup as the rubber cradles tightly grip the kayak and do not allow it to move. I attached a couple demonstration videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Andrew N