Can Two Malone SeaWing Kayak Roof Rack Fit on OEM Crossbars of 2020 Kia Sportage

Question

Question:

2020 Kia Sportage with factory aero crossbars. Crossbar useable dimension is 33 1/2 inches with the capacity listed as 220 lbs. My two kayaks are each 28 inches wide. Would two Malone SeaWings work in this case?

asked by: Kay

0

Expert Reply:

If you offset both of the Malone SeaWing Kayak Roof Rack w/ Load Assist and Tie-Downs # MPG113MD on the furthest parts out of the crossbars you'd be able to fit two of these on the roof of your 2020 Kia Sportage at the same time.

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Answer 1

I don't know what year Jetta you have but the Thule Hullavator part #TH898 does fit most factory crossbars as well as aftermarket bars as long as the crossbars extend past the feet of the rack 4-8 inches. If you can let me know what year Jetta…

view full answer...

Answer 2

Hello Pete, Great question! I wasn’t sure at first, so I took a stroll out to the warehouse to check if things line up. I’m sorry, but the Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs – Saddle Style – Clamp On #S65145 will not work with the…

view full answer...

Answer 3

The Stinger Load Assist #MPG350 actually uses the mounting hardware from the Malone SeaWing Kayak Carrier #MPG107MD to secure to the crossbars so you would have to remove the Stinger with the kayak loaded which isn't something I recommend using.…

view full answer...

Answer 4

Since the Malone SeaWing Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs #MPG107MD has a single clamp that goes around the crossbars you just need to make sure there is enough room to fit your kayaks side by side so the middles of each boat are over your crossbars. As…

view full answer...

Answer 5

As you can see in the diagram I provided, the tilt is adjustable up to about 45°. The tilt mechanism has a pin that can be used in two different positions to allow a roughly 15 or 30° degree tilt or the pin can be completely removed for the…

view full answer...

Answer 6

For your 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan, it sounds like you have the factory raised rack, but not the crossbars. If you don't already have a complete roof rack, I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2,…

view full answer...

Answer 7

The top channels of your Volkswagen roof rack are standard size so the Aero bar adapter part #MPG8287 that you referenced will easily fit into them and work with your Malone kayak rack.

view full answer...

Answer 8

The Malone SeaWing #MPG113MD is about 27-1/2" wide. When you mount these on your roof, just be sure to slide each SeaWing as close to the edge as possible so they both fit!

view full answer...

Answer 9

In order to carry two kayaks on a roof they need to be carried on their side as there isn't enough room for them to be laid flat. In order to carry two kayaks on their side you'll need a j-style carrier. Furthermore, if you have a factory…

view full answer...

Answer 10

Hey Jim! Since you already have 53" WingBar Evo crossbars the only thing you need is the Evo Flush Rail Feet #TH710601 and Fit Kit #TH37CE to complete your roof rack. This will allow you to mount the Hullavator #TH898 on top of your 2024 Subaru…

view full answer...

Answer 11

The best option for a roof rack and kayak carrier for your 2019 Subaru Outback Touring Wagon with flush mounted rails is from Thule and consists of - Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars #TH711220 (Black) OR #TH711200 (Silver) - Thule Evo Flush Rail Feet…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Bruce, to mount the Thule Hullavator #TH898 on your 2024 Subaru Outback Touring, you're just going to need to add a set of crossbars. I recommend going with an Aero style, personally, like the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars #TH711120 with the feet…

view full answer...

Can Two Malone SeaWing Kayak Roof Rack Fit on OEM Crossbars of 2020 Kia Sportage

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Continue Researching