Replacement For Thule Hydro Glide Kayak Carrier For Aero Bars
Question:
I have Thule kayak saddles and glides that were meant to mount on the square thule cross bar. My new outback has the aerobars. Is there an adapter that I can use to install these kayak saddles on the aerobar. I see adapter to go in the other direction, but can find any for my application.
asked by: Wendy
Expert Reply:
Thank you so much for the photo it was very helpful, and what it shows is that you have an older Thule Hydro Glide kayak carrier. This is for square bars only, and there isn't an adapter for this particular carrier that will allow it to be used on aero bars. The reason for that is it has been discontinued right about 20 or so years now and there just isn't enough of them out there for an adapter to be made for this carrier.
So while I know it isn't the exact solution you were looking for, the best option really is to replace the Hydro Glide with a new kayak carrier. Since you have been using the saddle style, there is a really good saddle style option from Rhino-Rack that I recommend:
- Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # RR571
This is a universal fit that will work on your Outback's aero crossbars; The Nautic has felt pads on the rear saddle & rubber on the front saddle to make it easy to load while also protecting your kayak from damage, and it even comes with tie-down straps so you don't have to make an additional purchase.
I have added a link below to a video review for you to check out as well of the Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Carrier with Tie-Downs # RR571.
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Rhino-Rack Nautic Roof Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Rhino Rack
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