Will the V-Style Kayak Carrier MPG567 Fit on a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon
Question:
I have a 2015 Subaru Outback with a roof rack. Will the MPG567 fit that vehicles roof rack? The crossbeam of the rack are oval shaped. I see the photos for this rack are for a trailer not a vehicle.
asked by: Jim L
Expert Reply:
You are correct that the V-Style Kayak Carrier MPG567 (discontinued) is specifically designed for a Malone EcoLight Trailer like part # MAL43FR. Although it will not fit your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon I do have a solution for you.
Instead of the V-Style Kayak Carrier I recommend going with the Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof SUP or Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - Side Loading - Clamp On, Item # RR570. This is compatible with one kayak and it clamps onto round, square, oval, aero, or elliptical crossbars. Obviously you would need one set for each kayak.
It sounds like you already have a roof rack, but if you don't and you have the raised side rails then I recommend going with the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack part # JA7956 for Silver or part # JA7975 for Black.
If you have flush rails on your roof then you need the Yakima CarBar Roof Rack instead. This consists of the CoreBars # Y00421, SkyLine Towers # Y00148, and the Landing Pad 15 # Y00241. If you want to add locks then you need part # Y07204 as well.
Either roof rack will have a weight capacity of 165 lbs but you need to check the weight limit of your roof in the owner's manual and be sure not to exceed the one that is lower.
Some review videos have been linked for you to reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Aluminum - Silver
- Roof Rack
- Complete Roof Systems
- Aero Bars
- 30 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Flush
- Silver
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Aluminum - Black
- Roof Rack
- Complete Roof Systems
- Aero Bars
- 30 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Flush
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer with V-Style Carriers for 2 Kayaks - 400 lbs
- Kayak Trailer
- V-Style
- 2 Kayaks
- 14 Feet Long
- 400 lbs
- Extra Long Tongue
- 6-1/2W x 11L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- Malone
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Landing Pad 15 for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Yakima
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Yakima CoreBar Crossbars - Steel - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 50 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Black
- Yakima
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Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores (QTY 4)
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Yakima
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Rhino-Rack Nautic SUP or Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Rhino Rack
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