How to Carry a Kayak on a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack with StealthBar Roof Rack
Question:
Will this low profile rack leave enough clearance for a kayak saddle attachment? Could you recommend one?
asked by: Michael
Expert Reply:
I do have an option for your 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack with the Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack # JA7975, but as you suspected do not allow for enough clearance between the bottom of the crossbar and top of the roof for a clamp around saddle style kayak carrier to be used.
In order to carry a kayak on the above crossbar I recommend using the Inno Locker Watersport Carrier part # INXA445 which will actually install inside the channels on the crossbar and do not clamp around them. This carrier also has locks to secure the boat to the carrier.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Inno Locker Watersport Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Locking - Channel Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Surfboard
- Paddle Board
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Track Mount
- No Load Assist
- Inno
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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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