2020 Mazda CX-5 Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier Recommendation for 2 Kayaks
Question:
HI - I have a Mazda CX5 no side rails or crossbars yet and want to carry 2x WILDERNESS SYSTEMS PUNGO 120 KAYAKs: Length: 12 foot 2 inch 371 cm Weight: 49 lbs 22 kg Width: 29 inch 74 cm I was looking at Factory Installed rails and crossbars and 2x Malone SeaWing Kayak Carriers. Would this be feasible? Other suggestions? Ive heard the J Racks may be worse for wind so have not been looking at those but am interested in your thoughts. Thanks
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
I recommend going with the Rhino-Rack Vortex roof rack system for your 2020 Mazda CX-5. This gives you 46" long crossbars so you'll have to offset the Malone SeaWing # MPG107MD but it will still work. Here are the parts you need for this system:
46" Vortex Crossbars # RRVA118B-2
RCL Legs - # RRRCL4
RCP Fit Kit - # RRRCP48-BK
You can definitely go with the OEM roof rack system if you want but in my experience the OEM crossbars are typically a bit more flimsy or they might lack the T-Slot channel on the top that some accessories require.
Products Referenced in This Question
RCL Legs for Rhino-Rack Crossbars and Pioneer Platforms - Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Custom RCP Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack RC and RV Series Roof Rack Legs - Fixed Mounting Points
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2
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- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
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Malone SeaWing Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
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- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
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- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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