Roof Rack and Canoe Carrier Recommendations for a 2008 Chevy TrailBlazer
Question:
I am looking for roof rack for Alum. canoe 70lbs. my SUV 2008 trailblazer Chevrolet. I cant decide to choose right rack for canoe. I hope to hear from you soon as possible
asked by: Albert S
Expert Reply:
If you are looking to set the canoe directly on top of your roof, then you will want a carrier with foam pads like the Malone Canoe Carrier, # MPG156. This carrier was specifically designed for vehicles with or without a roof rack. The foam pads will protect the canoe and your roof from scratches. The tie-downs are included.
Based on the weight of your canoe and depending on how far you plan to travel, I strongly recommend looking into a roof rack if you don't already have one and a roof mounted carrier.
If you don't have a roof rack, then you can easily add one. If your 2008 Chevroelt Trailblazer has the factory raised roof side rails, then I recommend using the Rhino-Rack Aero Roof Rack which consists of the following parts:
Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA118B-2
Quick Mount Legs # RRRLT600
Spacer Blocks # RRQMVA05
If you have the flush mounted roof tracks, then I recommend the Inno Square Bar roof rack which consists of the following parts:
Square Crossbars # INB117
Roof Rack Feet # INTR
Custom Fit Kit # INTR107
For a carrier, you can use the Swagman Prospector that I mentioned above, or a better option is the Malone Big Foot Pro Canoe Carrier, # MPG112MD. This carrier is much sturdier than the foam block carrier which is more ideal for longer drives. It also includes straps and bow and stern tie-downs.
Products Referenced in This Question
Inno Square Crossbars - Steel - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Square Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Inno
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Inno Feet for Square Crossbars - Track Systems, Flush Side Rails, and Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Inno
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Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS300, XS350, XS400, XS450, INTR, and INXR Roof Rack Feet
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Inno
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Malone BigFoot Pro Canoe Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Gunwale Brackets - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Canoe
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Gunwale Brackets
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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Roof Rack Leg Spacer Blocks for Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - 5 mm Thick - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Leg Spacers
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - RTC and RT Roof Rack Tracks - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 46" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 46 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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Malone Canoe Carrier with Tie-Downs - Foam Block Style - 6" Long
- Watersport Carriers
- Canoe
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Foam Blocks
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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