Kayak Carrier and Roof Rack for 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback
Question:
I just bought a 2018 Native Watercraft Manta Ray propel 12. What would be the best kayak rack carrier to fit this kayak on a 2017 Mazda 3 hatch? Thanks,
asked by: Ryan B
Expert Reply:
The 2018 Native Watercraft Manta Ray propel 12 that you have weighs 89 lbs so you'd need a kayak carrier with more weight capacity like the Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Carrier System with Tie-Downs # S65145 that you referenced. This is a really solid carrier option that's easier to load and very stable so I would recommend it for you.
You will need a roof rack installed on your 2017 Mazda 3 hatchback if you do not have one already. For that the Rhino Rack Vortex roof rack part # RRVA126B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK410 is a really great option.
It's a high quality rack that's easy to install and also has aero shaped crossbars which are quieter than other bar shapes.
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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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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Swagman Exo Aero Rooftop Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Swagman
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