Can 65" Malone Crossbars Carry Up to 4 Kayaks
Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 07/31/2024
Question:
I have a 2021 Subaru Forest Sport. I read somewhere that Malone makes 65inch cross bars and that one would be able to transport 4 kayaks on 65inch bars. Do you know if this is correct and is it safe to transport 4 kayaks at once? Is the Malone Fold-Away 5 carrier the carrier you would recommend with the Malone cross bars? Thanks, Kris
asked by: Kris
Expert Reply:
Kris, yes, since the Malone FoldAway # MAL38FR is a J-style carrier and the 65" bars are long enough, I'd say you'd easily be able to carry 4 kayaks at once.
This is safe and fine to do so as long as you have enough space, they are properly tied down, and your roof is rated to carry that amount of weight.
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Kate F.
1/19/2026
Hey Kris, how did things go with the Malone FoldAway carriers and 65-inch crossbars on your Forester? Were you able to fit and secure all four kayaks comfortably? Your experience could make it easier for others planning a similar setup.