Can Swagman Exo Aero be Used with Expedition Kayak

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...reference the Swagman Exo Aero saddle style kayak mounts...I have two 18ft fiberglass expedition kayaks that are 25 inches wide and ride on their own separate trailer...I need to replace the current J style mounts for those kayaks and am looking for a mounting platform that allows for the kayak to sit flat, bottom side down, instead of at an angle in a J style mount...I am concerned that this mount, based on a previous answer provided to another customer in the QandA section, is 28 inches wide and it looks like at least two inches on each side is flat and therefore would not allow my kayaks to sit in them properly....is this a fair assumption and if so do you have any suggestions to solve my problem?...I am not interested in any type of pad and roller system as I have used them in the past and did not like how they left black marks on my kayaks when the boats were transported in them during hot weather...not sure how wide the Malone MegaWing fishing kayak mounts are or if they would be a better solution for my needs...thanks for the help...

asked by: Greg A

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Hey Greg, while the overall width of the Swagman Exo Aero part # S65145 is 28 inches and has flat spots on the ends of the carrier the hull on your expedition kayaks are not totally flat so they would still easily fit into the v-shaped portion of this carrier.

The Malone MegaWing # MPG207 is a similar width at 27-1/2 inches as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Jameson C.

8/15/2025

Hey Greg, did you end up trying the Swagman Exo Aero for your kayaks? I'm curious if it worked out for you since your kayaks have a unique shape. Let me know how it went, as it could really help others in a similar situation!

Answer 1

Hey Chaz, thanks for the information. The Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs item #S65145 is 28" wide. It has a 100 lbs weight capacity. You will want to make sure your crossbars are spread out a minimum of 24" on your…

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Answer 2

I contacted Malone to see if the MegaWing Fishing Kayak Carrier, part #MPG207, is compatible with the Stinger Load Assist for the SeaWing Carrier, part #MPG350. Unfortunately, they are not compatible. My contact said they have had a few people ask…

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Answer 3

The Malone MegaWing, part #MPG207 and the SeaWing, part #MPG107MD are extremely similar and come in Malone's distinctive red styling, but have different applications. Its not the wrong picture, just not a great one to notice the differences. I…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

Hello John, thanks for reaching out. Yes, we do have a Thule roof rack that will allow you to install the Hullavator #TH898 on your 2015 Subaru Forester. For that I recommend the following: - Thule WingBar Evo Roof Rack for Raised Rails - Aluminum -…

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Answer 6

Hi Philip! The shocks on the Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer #Y08107 actually use a pin instead of a bolt. That is the Replacement Shock Pin for Yakima Rack and Roll Trailer #8880182. This has a 14mm diameter and has 4-1/2" of useable length. If…

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Answer 7

The Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Carrier System #S65145 will fit the round crossbars on both sizes of Yakima Rack and Roll trailer, parts #Y08107 and #Y08106. These trailers have a 250-lb weight carrying capacity unless you have the 78-inch version…

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