Affordable Way To Carry A Kayak On A 2010 Hyundai Sonata  

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I have an affordable solution for you, however, the Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Crossbars - Black - 54" Long - Qty 2 # RB1375B-2 is not a fit for your 2010 Hyundai Sonata and even if it was, you would need to also buy a few other parts to fit it onto a vehicle so it would not be the price you were looking at.

For your vehicle with a naked roof, the SportRack Semi-Custom Roof Rack 50" # SR1002 is going to be your best option. This square bar roof rack includes everything necessary for installation so you won't be needing anything else. You could technically just use this roof rack to carry your kayak, but the safest and most secure way of hauling a kayak is to also add a carrier such as Swagman Contour Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style # S65148.

I will also mention that there is an even more affordable way to mount a kayak on your roof and that is with Malone Foam Block Roof Kayak Carrier # MPG152. This does not require you to install crossbars as it attaches directly to your roof and provides foam blocks and straps to secure your kayak. While this would be a great option as far as cost goes, I still recommend going with the SportRack roof rack and Swagman kayak carrier for safe and secure transporting; the roof rack route would also give you the option to add more accessories to the crossbars. Check your owner's manual to make sure you are not exceeding the roof capacity. I attached demonstration videos to assist you in your decision.

expert reply by: Andrew N

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