Kayak and Paddleboard Recommendation for a 2011 Subaru Outback
Question:
I have a Subaru Outback 2011 with factory installed racks. Can I use these to haul a 10foot paddle board? And will they work with the factory installed racks? I feel like I would have the Kayak secured on opposite ways that they typically are..? I was hoping to haul a 10foot paddle board and maybe a kayak too.
asked by: Sandra D
Expert Reply:
The Swagman Contour Kayak Carrier part # S65148 that you referenced would work well on the factory crossbars of your 2011 Subaru Outback. This would work well for carrying your kayak, but for the paddleboard you would want to go a different route.
For that you would want the Thule SUP Shuttle Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH811XT.
Be sure not to exceed the roof weight capacity listed in the owners manual of your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
Thule SUP Shuttle Stand-Up Paddleboard Carrier with Tie-Downs - Roof Mount - 2 Boards
- Watersport Carriers
- Paddle Board
- Surfboard
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Thule
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Swagman Contour Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Fixed - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Fixed
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Swagman
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