How To Add Crossbar System Compatible With Bike Racks And Kayak Carriers To Enclosed Trailer
Question:
Looking for a good solution for a crossbar system to install on enclosed. 5x8. trailer that will. accommodate bikes and kayaks. fit major brands including Kuat
asked by: Phillip H
Expert Reply:
To add a crossbar system to the roof of your 5' x 8' enclosed trailer that can use standard bike racks and cargo carriers I recommend adding the Rhino-Rack Roof Rack System which uses Rhino-Rack RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks - Rivet Mount - 50" Long - Qty 2 # RRRTV128, Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRRLT600, and 59" Crossbars # RRVA150B-2.
You will need to rivet the # RRRTV128 to the roof of your cargo trailer.
This option would work great with most kayak carriers like the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style or Post Style - Folding - 1 or 2 Kayaks # Y04073, or bike racks like the Yakima HighSpeed Roof Bike Rack - Fork Mount - Clamp On # Y02115.
One thing to keep in mind is to not overload the roof of your trailer. I recommend reaching out to the manufacturer of your trailer to find the weight capacity of the roof, and make sure to stay under that limit.
I included videos for each of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
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 - 59" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 59 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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Yakima HighSpeed Roof Bike Rack - Fork Mount - Clamp On
- Roof Bike Racks
- Fork Mount
- 12mm Thru-Axle
- 15mm Thru-Axle
- 20mm Thru-Axle
- 9mm Fork
- Boost 110
- Locks Not Included
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Disc Brake Compatible
- Clamp On - Standard
- Black
- Yakima
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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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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Rhino-Rack RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks - Rivet Mount - 50" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Tracks
- 2 Pack
- 50 Inch Track Length
- Rhino Rack
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