Which Malone Kayak Carrier Will Work Best For My Hobie Outback Kayak & My 2022 Subaru Forrester?

Updated 08/04/2022 | Published 08/02/2022

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Malone SeaWing Kayak Roof Rack w/ Load Assist and Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On

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$242.95

Malone MegaWing Fishing Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On

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$161.95

Question:

I got the sea wings for carrying my 85lb Hobie outback on top of my Subaru Forester.. The sea wing says 75 lb weight limit.. should I get mega wing instead? Or is that 75lb limit just on top of one wing? Or is the weight of kayak spread out

asked by: Rick

Expert Reply:

The 75-lbs weight limit for the Malone SeaWing Kayak Carrier and Load Assist w/ Tie-Downs # MPG113MD is the total weight limit that rack can handle (both pieces).

Since you mentioned that your Hobie Outback weighs 85-lbs, you're going to want to use the:

-Malone MegaWing Fishing Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # MPG207, which has a maximum weight capacity of 150-lbs.

This is the much better option and will ensure that you have plenty of capacity for your Hobie Outback.

Attached are a couple of videos for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Bryce D