Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier Recommendation 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback
Question:
I have a 2018 Mazda 3 hatchback that I want to install a roof rack on. What is the best option? I'll want to carry a kayak carrier at some point too.
asked by: Johan G
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Mazda 3 hatchback the roof rack I recommend is the Rhino Rack roof rack part numbers # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK410 because this rack is very easy to install, is made of higher quality components, and doesn't cost quite as much as similar quality racks so it's the best buy as well.
Then for a kayak carrier I recommend the Yakima JayLow part # Y04073 as it fits the Rhino Rack bars well, is padded, can fold down when not in use, and if ever needed you'd be able to carry a second kayak. The attached picture shows the rack installed on a similar aero style roof rack.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Fixed Mounting Points
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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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
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