Can You Carry 4 Kayaks on the Top Bars of the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer

Updated 03/15/2023 | Published 03/14/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer - 14-1/2' Long - 78" HD Crossbars - 500 lbs

(22)

$3098.95

Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On

(60)

$349.95

Question:

Can you fit 4 14-15 foot Eddyline kayaks on top of the Yakima EasyRider using 4 Thule or Yakima J style kayak carriers? Weight would be well under 350…more like 190. All the reviews and pictures only show 2 flat boats. I’m assuming since it’s a 78” crossbar that it would work? Thanks!

asked by: Dean V

Expert Reply:

Yes. With you being well under the weight limit of the top bars, I do not see any reason why you would not be able to carry/fit your 4 Eddyline kayaks on the top bars of the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer # Y08129.

You mentioned using 4 of the Yakima J-style carriers, but I actually have a solution that will work better. I recommend using the Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On # TH890000. I recommend this because each set of carriers can carry 2 kayaks. So you would only need to purchase 2 of the # TH890000 and they are going to fit onto the Yakima EasyRider Double Decker Trailer # Y08129 more comfortably because it will be more compact.

expert reply by: Kate F