Is It Possible To Carry 2 Kayaks and 2 SUPs On My Honda Odyssey's Factory Roof Rack?

Question:

Hi, Im trying to find carriers to go on top of the 2017 Honda Odyssey factory installed roof rack for trip. We need to carry 2 kayaks and 2 SUPs . Do you have any recommendations? Im considering getting Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style or Post Style - Folding - 1 or 2 Kayaks - Y04073 to carry 2 kayaks Y04031Yakima Bow/Stern Tie-Down Ropes w/ Ratchets and Strap Loops - 1/4inch x 12foot - 150 lbs - Qty 2 - Y04031 to tie down 2nd yakak MPG380-25Malone Aero25 Stand-Up-Paddleboard Pads for Crossbars - Universal - 25inch Long - Qty 2 - MPG380-25 to carry 2 SUPs. Do you think itll all will fit on roof rack for the trip. If not, any recommendation for other products/solution is appreciated.

asked by: Pasuda S

Expert Reply:

The space on your roof is the most limiting factor when trying to get all your SUPs and Kayaks on your roof. I think the only way you can get this done with a factory roof rack is to have both your kayaks and SUPs mounted on their sides. Factory roof racks do not have any overhang outside of the side rails so bar space is limited. That being said, I think you can achieve what you're wanting by getting two of the Yakima JayLow # Y04073 carriers and store the kayaks and sups on their side.

You can get these tie downs # RRRBAS-RTD55P-RTD45P if you do not have any already. I think this is the only way you can get all 4 of them on your roof.

If you had more bar space with an aftermarket roof rack like the Malone AirFlow 2 # MPG217 you would have enough bar space to use the kayak pads # MPG380-25 with the Jaylow and keep the SUPs sitting flat on your roof. Yes, this won't utilize your factory roof rack, but it will allow you to go with the initial setup.

I've included a couple of videos for you to help you make your decision!

expert reply by: Adam E