2021 Subaru Outback Factory Rack What Are My Kayak Load Assist Options

Updated 05/20/2021 | Published 05/18/2021

Products Featured in This Question

Inno Kayak Lifter Load Assist - Clamp On - Side Loading - 90 lbs

(18)

$139.69

Rhino-Rack Universal Load Assist - Crossbar Mount - Side Loading - 132 lbs

(125)

$204.83

Question:

Will the inno side load assist bar fit my 2021 outback. The crossbars dont extend past rail

asked by: Frank D

Expert Reply:

According to Inno, the Inno Kayak Lifter Load Assist - Clamp On - Side, part # INA453, is supposed to be mounted outside of the towers on your vehicle. Unfortunately the bars on your roof rack terminate at the rails on your vehicle so you will not be able to use this with your factory bars. However, I may have a solution,

I recommend the Rhino-Rack Universal Load Assist - Crossbar Mount - Side Loading, part # RR-RUSL. It comes with six different adapters to fit different size racks and it will work crossbars that terminate at the tower. It has foam to protect the hull of the boat when you are loading it onto your rack. It also has an extra support that helps with heavier boats.

I have a product description link and a video review link below.

expert reply by: Mark Smith