Kayak Carrier and Roof Rack Bike Carrier Recommendation for Rhino Rack Crossbars

Question:

I was wondering if you might be able to give me some recommendations on a folding-J kayak carrier and wheel mount bike carrier that would fit my Rhino-Rack RS 2500 Vortex Aero Crossbars. I recently purchased a SportRack Folding Kayak Carrier SR5513 from a friend but found that the bolts it came with are not long enough to fit the thicker crossbars. Any assistance that you can give me would be greatly appreciated! Thank you so much!

asked by: Nick H

Expert Reply:

We offer an etrailer.com branded folding J-style kayak carrier that would work great for you, part # E98878. This carrier provides the convenience of being able to fold at a budget minded price.

For a roof mounted bike rack, if you need a rack for occasional use a budget-priced rack like the Malone Pilot # MPG2103 would be a good choice. The rack has universal brackets that are compatible with the Rhino Rack crossbars you already have. If the rack will see more use than occasionally, you'd be best served investing in something that's a little higher in quality like the Rhino Rack Hybrid, part # RRRBC050. The Rhino Rack model would be more durable, would offer an easier to use attachment system that connects it to the crossbars and offers a full locking system that allows the rack to secure to the roof rack and the bike to secure to the rack.

I've linked you to product demonstration videos for the products I've recommended.

expert reply by: Mike L