Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier Recommendation for 2015 Ford Explorer with Raised Side Rails
Question:
I have a 2015 Ford explorer xlt with a double/ extended moonroof. I am wanting to haul two kayaks. Will this rack work? I have not purchased a kayak carrier yet either so if you have recommendations in that regard that would be helpful also.
asked by: Rosie
Expert Reply:
For your 2015 Ford Explorer with raised roof rails the Malone Roof Rack part # MPG216 that you referenced is a confirmed fit and would work great as a base for a kayak carrier. This is a confirmed fit and installs easily so I recommend it for you.
For a kayak carrier the J-style carriers are the easier to install racks so I would go with the Yakima JayLow part # Y04073 which is padded, can fold down when not in use, and installs easily. I attached a review video for more info on it as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver
- Roof Rack
- Complete Roof Systems
- Aero Bars
- 58 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Silver
- Malone
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