Yakima Showdown on a 2021 Telluride With Flush Rails

Question:

I am actually interested in installing 2 Showdowns and need to know which cross rails would be long enough to handle them.

asked by: Mark J

Expert Reply:

We can get you setup so you can carry two kayaks on the roof of your vehicle. However, you will not be able to install two Yakima ShowDown Kayak or SUP Carrier and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Side Loading - Clamp On, part # Y04081, on your vehicle. The crossbars of your vehicle cannot extend beyond the mirrors of your vehicle and with the length of the Yakima Showdown being just greater than 42", there is not a crossbar that accepts two Yakima Showdowns on the roof of your vehicle while keeping the crossbars from extending past the mirrors. But I do have another option that will work for your vehicle.

For your 2021 Kia Telluride I recommend the 2021 Kia Telluride Roof Rack by Yakima. This rack includes the following:

Yakima HD Crossbars - Aluminum - Black, part # Y01157,
RidgeLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Flush Side Rails - Qty 4, part # Y00145
HD Bar SL Adapter for Yakima BaseLine, SkyLine, TimberLine, and RidgeLine Towers - Qty 4, part # Y03541, and the
Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores, part # Y07204.

It attaches to the factory rails of your 2021 Kia Telluride. The Yakima HD bars have a channel where some of your rack accessories can mount while also accommodating accessories that use a clamp style mount. With the locks you can have peace of mind because you can secure the rack to your vehicle.

You will be able to carry one Yakima ShowDown Kayak or SUP Carrier and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Side Loading - Clamp On, part # Y07204, on the roof of your vehicle. It has padded supports to help protect your kayaks and SUP's from damage by the carrier. The ShowDown needs at least 3 1/2" of space beyond the tower of your rack system. It also needs at least 4" of space between the lowered carrier and the frame of your vehicle. It comes with straps and bow and stern tie downs to secure your kayak or SUP to the vehicle. For your second carrier I recommend the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style or Post Style - Folding, part # Y04073. It works like a traditional j - style carrier expect it can fold when not in use. Making it a more appealing option when not carrying a kayak on the roof of your vehicle.

This setup will support 165lbs, this includes the weight of the rack itself. Please keep in mind your rack weight limit will include the weight of all your roof rack parts and the weight of the Yakima Showdown.

I have included product description links and product review links below.