Recommended Roof Rack And Kayak Carrier For 2015 Jeep Cherokee Sport

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I am buying an 85 lb kayak. I want a rack for my 2015 Jeep Cherokee Sport no roof rack or rails. I need recommendations for a roof rack and if possible a kayak rack for it that would also assist me in loading it if possible. Thanks.

asked by: Matthew

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Expert Reply:

The roof rack I recommend for your 2015 Cherokee Sport is the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero roof rack. This roof rack has aluminum aerodynamic crossbars that has Vortex strips that help reduce wind noise. To get this roof rack you will need part # RRVA137B-2, part # RRRLKVA, and part # DK398.

The kayak carrier I recommend is the Rhino Rack Nautic 581 part # RR581. This carrier has spring loaded felt pads on the rear that helps when you are loading the kayak from the back of your Jeep. This carrier also includes 4 tie-down straps to secure the kayak.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L

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Answer 1

For your 2020 Kia Telluride I recommend going with the Yakima JetStream Crossbars #Y00425 with RidgeLine Towers #Y00145 and RidgeClip Fit Kit #Y94FR. This rack will attach directly to your Telluride's side rails. When it comes to a kayak carrier…

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Answer 2

The Yakima Sweet Roll #Y04074 is not compatible with your Rhino Rack Heavy Duty bar and there is not an adapter available because of the style. The Rhino-Rack Nautic 581 Rear Loading Kayak Carrier - Saddle Style - Rear Loading - Channel Mount #RR581…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

The only solution to reducing wind noise on a roof rack, like your Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars 54" #RRVA137B-2, is to install a wind fairing / deflector. To determine which size to get, measure the usable crossbar space between the…

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Answer 5

The Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Roof Rack have specific C-channels that are designed to fit specific Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty accessories, like the Rhino-Rack Hi-Lift Jack and Shovel-Holder Brackets #RRRCB-RSHB-RJHB as an example. That's the…

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Answer 6

Certain manufactures give lower capacities to make sure the customers are being safe when using their products. That being said, always go by the lowest rated component. Your 2020 Honda CRV roof is rated for 165 so I would suggest not getting a Thule…

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Answer 7

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Answer 8

We do have a roof rack that will work for your 2015 Honda CR-V. What we have found is that you cannot have factory side rails added to a vehicle after it has been delivered but we have a solution for you. I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Rack.…

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Answer 9

Yes, there is a set of crossbars that will fit the factory side rails of your 2023 BMW X3. This mounts directly to the side rails and has more than enough capacity for a bike rack. You will want the roof rack by Rhino Rack and it includes the…

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Answer 10

Yes, there is a set of crossbars that will fit the raised side rails of your 2023 Equinox. These crossbars mount directly to the side rails using clamps and they have more than enough capacity for a bike rack. There is zero drilling required to…

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