Can I Haul 2 Kayaks On Top Of Crossbars Over Tonneau cover On 2023 Tundra?

Updated 04/20/2026 | Published 04/14/2026

Products Featured in This Question

Malone CrossBed Truck Cross Rail System - Bunk Kit - Bed Extender - Load Roller - 1 Kayak

$854.95

Malone FoldAway-5 Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On

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$206.90

Yakima OverHaul HD Adjustable Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Tonneau Cover Adapters - 68" Crossbars

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Question:

Hello, do you carry the truck hitch attachment for 2 kayaks to sit on top of the Toyota Tundra 23 Limited Edition 1794 TRD tonneau cover? We’re looking to purchase two kayaks, but travel across country so we can’t put them inside the truck bed. Thank you for your help!

asked by: Rebecca S

Expert Reply:

Hey Rebecca, the Malone CrossBed Truck Cross Rail System # MAL33HR would work with 1 kayak or maybe two small kayaks turned on their sides, but you'd also need a low profile ladder rack over your bed as long as your tonneau cover is compatible. Let me know what cover you have and if it covers the stake pockets or has an accessory t slot channel on it.

Another option is to just go with a tall ladder rack like Yakima OverHaul # Y01151-5855 which would be tall enough to clear your roof and you could mount both kayaks on top. You can mount them directly to the crossbars in addition to using load stops like # Y01161 and straps. Or you can use kayak carriers on top of the ladder rack like # MAL38FR which holds both kayaks at once.

Let me know if I misunderstood you or if you can provide more info on your setup! :)

expert reply by: Andrew N