Availability of Roof Rack That Fits 2 Old Town Sportsman Autopilot 120 Fishing Kayaks
Updated 09/29/2025 | Published 05/06/2025
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Hi there, I drive a 2019 VW Atlas. Is there a roof rack that you recommend that can accommodate 2 Old Town Autopilots 120, or are there no roof racks large enough to do so? Thanks!
asked by: Philip H
Expert Reply:
Hey Philip! It looks like the kayaks are 37" wide so 74" for both. The Yakima HD Crossbars # Y01159 are 78" long and can be installed using the # TimberLine Towers # Y33TR and HD Bar Adapter # Y03541. However, the specs show these weigh 152 lbs each, is that correct? The weight limit of the feet/towers is 220 lbs so if they are that heavy a roof rack won't be an option. Your vehicle roof capacity may not be high enough to hold them either.
If the total weight of your kayaks is 304 lbs or more your best option would be to mount them on a small trailer like the Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer # Y82QD. This also has 78" crossbars and can hold up to 750 lbs so those kayaks won't be a problem. It has a KickStand w/ Wheel for Yakima LowRider Kayak Trailer # Y54XD available separately if you need it. If you have any other questions feel free to reply below.
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Robin H.
9/29/2025
Hey Philip, did you find a solution for transporting your kayaks with the roof rack or did you decide to go with the trailer option? I'm curious to know what worked for you as it could help others in a similar situation.