Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier Recommendation for 2018 Elantra and 2014 Tucson with Naked Roofs  

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In order to carry more than one kayak on any vehicle, you will need to carry them both on their side, so you'll need to use a kayak carrier that holds them in this manner. These types of carriers require a roof rack with crossbars on the vehicle.

For your 2018 Hyundai Elantra sedan with a naked roof and/or your 2014 Hyundai Tucson with a naked roof, I recommend the the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack. The great news is that you can use the same crossbars # RRVA126B-2 and legs # RRRLKVA, but of you'd like to equip both of your cars with a roof rack, each one will require a unique custom fit kit, part # DK201 for the Tucson and part # DK461 for the Elantra.

Then for an easy to use and dependable kayak carrier that mounts on those crossbars, I recommend two of the etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier # e98878. It does come with all the tie downs you'll need to secure your kayaks, so you don't have to worry about any extra parts.

I've attached a photo showing two of the # e98878 side by side as well as a video at the bottom of the page.

expert reply by: Carla M

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