Recommended Roof Rack to Carry Kayaks and Paddleboards on 2021 Mazda 6
Question:
Im looking for a rack for kayak and paddle boards for my 2021 Mazda 6. Do you have everything I need for this? Also, how fast down the road can you safely drive with 2 paddleboards on top? Thanks!
asked by: Jon W
Expert Reply:
I recommend using the Rhino Rack Roof for 2021 Mazda 6 that uses parts # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA and # DK387, which will give you a really nice and durable Rhino Rack roof rack. I really like Rhino Rack as an alternative to Thule or Yakima because you're getting comparable quality and looks at a bit more pocketbook friendly price. This will provide a nice base to carry your kayak and paddle boards, which will need carriers.
The carrier I recommend is the LockRack XL # LR54FR since it can carry a kayak or up to 2 paddleboards and comes with a load assistance feature to make getting everything up on the roof a breeze.
I've linked a short review video of the LockRack that I recommend checking out to see how great of a carrier is if you've got some heavier boards/boats. I've also linked our entire selection of kayak carriers that would also work on those Rhino Rack bars.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Lockrack Adjustable XL Watersport Carrier - Canoe, Kayak, or 2 SUPs - Side Loading - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Canoe
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Bars with T-Slots
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Lockrack
more information >
Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Yakima ShowDown Kayak or SUP Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Yakima
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Recommended Roof Rack and Locks for 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid With Yakima ShowDown
- Q&A: Will Thule Hullavator Work with Yakima CoreBars on 2023 Subaru Forester
- Q&A: Roof Rack Recommendation for 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500HD to Carry Yakima Showdown
- Q&A: Will Telos XL Load Assist Work With etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier
- Article: How to Install a Roof Rack
- Q&A: Bar Length for Carrying two Yakima ShowDown Kayak Carriers
- Q&A: Availability of 3500 lb Timbren Axle Less Kit with 4 inch Lift
- Q&A: How Far Above Crossbars is Yakima ShowDown on 2020 Subaru Outback
- Article: Rooftop Cargo Carriers
- Article: How to Strap a Kayak to a Roof Rack in 4 Steps (With Pictures)
- Article: Roof Rack Information
- Article: 5 Things to Know About Weight Distribution Hitches
- Article: How to Tie Down Luggage on a Roof Rack
- Article: Best Bike Racks for Electric Bikes