Recommended Roof Rack and J-Style Kayak Carrier for 2016 Jeep Cherokee
Question:
Wondering how to go about purchasing cross bars for a 16 Jeep Cherokee. Any recommendations on brand? We want to be able to attach two sets of J cradles for kayaks. Thank you!
asked by: Courtney N
Expert Reply:
We have a really nice selection of roof rack crossbars that fit the raised side rails of your 2016 Jeep Cherokee and I specifically recommend the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MPG216, which offers a unique combination of affordability and performance.
The crossbars themselves feature a nice aerodynamic shape to allow for a quiet ride and sleek appearance and their durable aluminum construction provides a 165 pound weight capacity. The crossbars measure 58" long which is perfect for supporting a couple of kayaks. The integrated towers will easily clamp around those raised side rails and they include locks to help protect your investments. Most other systems require you to purchase the locks separately.
I have attached a couple images of this very system installed on the 2016 Jeep Cherokee so you can see exactly how it will look on your vehicle, along with a full install video below that you can follow along with.
If you don't already have your kayak carriers picked out I recommend taking a look at the etrailer.com J-Style Kayak Carrier # e98878. This is a really nice, durable system that can handle a kayak of up to 150 pounds, includes all the needed tie-down straps to secure the watercraft, and can fold down when not in use to allow for overhead clearance.
I have attached a short video demonstration that you can check out as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
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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
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