Can A 2020 Subaru Forester With Yakima TimberLine FX Roof Rack Haul Two Kayaks

Updated 06/13/2024 | Published 06/06/2024

Question:

2020 Subaru Forester - Yakima TimberLine FX Roof Rack for Raised Side Rails - JetStream Aero Crossbars - Black - Qty 2 inch I do not understand installation notes. installation Notes: Up to two bicycles may be carried on this application Limited to 2 surf/sail/paddleboards. Boards must be stacked - do not carry side-by-side I want to carry two 11 foot, 56 pound Kayaks. Any problem?

asked by: Regis T

Expert Reply:

Hey Regis,

Yakima just lists it with the assumption that you'd be using a kayak carrier and not laying the kayaks directly on the crossbars since they're shorter and don't overhang the mounts. If you don't have a carrier you can use the Rhino-Rack Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs # S512-S512X to haul both kayaks. You will want to check the capacity of your roof to ensure it can handle the weight of the kayaks as well.

expert reply by: Kevin C