Kayak Rack for RealTruck/TruXedo Elevate FS Ladder Rack
Updated 07/22/2026 | Published 07/16/2026
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Question:
I have the Real Truck Elevate FS ladder rack bars. Im looking for kayak carriers that fit the rack as I dont want to pay over $200 for one set of kayak carriers. Any ideas?
asked by: Rob M
Expert Reply:
Hey Rob! Those crossbars are too large for any of the clamp on style kayak carriers so you're going to need something that mounts in the channels. The closest carrier we have in that price range is the Rhino-Rack Nautic Stack Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs # RRS520. This system lets you transport up to 4 kayaks.
If you want a single J-style carrier the next closest thing is the Kuat Class 4 V2 # KU33VR. You could also use something like the Yakima Crossbar Pads # Y07413 and sit your kayak on the crossbars with the pad. Even with the cost of additional tie-downs this would be the most economical.
What kind of kayak are you carrying?
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Yakima Crossbar Pads for Aero Crossbars - 30" Long - Qty 2
- Watersport Carriers
- Surfboard
- Paddle Board
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Crossbar Pads
- Aero Bars
- Rear Loading
- Side Loading
- Hook-and-Loop Mount
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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John G.
7/22/2026
The pads work as advertised. They provide plenty of padding for my kayak. The Velcro closures that secures the pads to the crossbars are extremely dependable. You don’t have to worry about the pads working loose on the crossbars due to an issue with the Velcro closures opening up.