Roof Rack Recommendation and Load Assist Kayak Carrier for 2021 Kia Sorento
Updated 12/13/2021 | Published 12/12/2021
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Question:
Have 2 Yakima showdown can i put them on a 2021 kia Sorento? What bar would i need? Thanks.
asked by: Michael O
Expert Reply:
The Yakima ShowDown Kayak or SUP Carrier # Y04081 is 42" long so that means your crossbars will need to be at LEAST 84" long to load 2 of these on your vehicle. Unless you plan on taking flight with your 2021 Kia Sorento I don't recommend using wing-sized crossbars, but instead using an alternative load-assist. I recommend checking out the Malone DownLoader and TelosXL Load Assist # MPG114MD-351XL and then picking up an extra DownLoader Set # MPG114MD so you can carry 2 boats.
Then for a roof rack we have some different variations depending on what your roof has. I really like the Yakima JetStream roof rack system so if we go that route your choices are:
Naked Roof
50" JetStream Bars - # Y00425
BaseLine Towers - # Y28TR
Fit Kits - # Y06175 and # Y06153
Flush Rails
50" JetStream Bars - # Y00425
RidgeLine Towers - # Y00145
Fit Kit - # Y44SR
Raised Rails
50" JetStream Bars - # Y00425
TimberLine Towers - # Y33TR
Attached are a few install videos we've been able to shoot on various year Sorento models for you to check out.
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Yakima ShowDown Kayak or SUP Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp-On
- Load Assist
- Yakima
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