Will Thule Hull-A-Port Kayak Carrier Fit Front Runner Slimline Roof Rack?

Updated 11/02/2026 | Published 11/01/2026

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Thule Hull-A-Port Aero Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Channel Mount

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$399.95

Front Runner Slimline II Platform Rack Adapter Plates for Thule Crossbars with Top Channels - Qty 4

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Front Runner Watersport Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - Canoe, Kayak, or SUP - Channel Mount

$499.00

Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2

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$279.95

Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 60" Long - Qty 2

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Question:

Will this fit with my front runner slimline roof rack?

asked by: Dan

Expert Reply:

Hey Dan,

The Thule Hull-A-Port Aero # TH849000 uses T-slot mounting hardware, but I haven't been able to confirm that it fits directly into the channels on your Front Runner Slimline rack. It might use different size hardware.

One option is to use the Front Runner Adapter Plates # FR93BJ to mount compatible Thule crossbars, such as the 53" WingBar Evo # TH711420 or 60" # TH711520. You could then install the Hull-A-Port Aero directly onto those crossbars.

Alternatively, I recommend the Front Runner Watersport Carrier # FR98ZV, which is designed to mount directly to your Slimline rack without additional adapters or crossbars. It also adjusts between J-style, saddle-style, and flat carrying positions.

Personally, I'd lean toward the Front Runner carrier since it's a much simpler setup, but you can certainly try the Thule kayak carrier with your rack, but you may end up needing the crossbars and adapters as mentioned above. Let me know what you end up doing!