What Kayak Carrier and Roof Rack do You Recommend for My 2015 Honda Odyssey with Bare Roof?
Question:
Hello: I have a question for a 2015 Honda Odyssey I would like to transport 2 12 kayaks but have no roof rack or kayak carrying hardware. Can you suggest what to purchase? My Honda does not come with rails. Thanks. Donna
asked by: Donna O
Expert Reply:
If you have a naked roof on your 2015 Honda Odyssey, all of our available traditional roof racks for your vehicle require drilling into your roof for installation. For that route, I recommend the following:
- Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" # RRVA126B-2
- Roof Rack Leg Spacer Blocks for Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - 10 mm Thick # RRQMVA10
- Rhino-Rack RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks - Rivet Mount - 66" # RRRTV168
- Rhino-Rack Quick Mount Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - RTC and RT Roof Rack Tracks # RRRLT600
- All-Metal Locks # RRVA-LEC4
With this system, you receive 165 pounds of total weight capacity and you receive the benefit of the aerodynamic design of the crossbars for decreased wind resistance. I went ahead and attached a video that shows this system being installed on 2014 model Odyssey. The installation on your 2015 model will be nearly identical.
If you wish to avoid drilling into your roof, a great option is the SeaSucker Monkey Bars # 298-SX6000B. The Monkey Bars include the easiest installation/removal process of any roof rack we carry here on etrailer. Also, the rack has an impressive 150 pound weight capacity. It is also great for transporting kayaks. I attached a video that shows the Monkey Bars being used with a kayak carrier. For extra security, I recommend using the SeaSucker Window Cable Anchor # 298-BA0010 along with the etrailer Cable Lock # e98891.
For the kayak carriers for your 2 12-foot kayaks, I recommend the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style or Post Style # Y04073. The JayLow will clamp around both the Rhino-Rack Vortex crossbars and the Monkey bars. It also 110 pounds of max weight capacity with 2 kayaks loaded. For adding a second kayak, you need the Yakima Bow/Stern Tie-Down Ropes w/ Ratchets and Strap Loops # Y04031. For added theft-deterrence, I recommend the Yakima Same Key Lock Cores # Y07202.
As with all roof-mounted applications, I recommend confirming with your Honda owner's manual to make sure your roof can handle the weight you wish to transport.
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SeaSucker Cable Anchor for Cable Lock - Window Mounted
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Bike Racks
- Trunk Bike Racks
- Lock Parts
- SeaSucker
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SeaSucker Monkey Bars Roof Rack - Round Bars - Vacuum Cup Mount - 48" Long
- Roof Rack
- Complete Roof Systems
- Round Bars
- 48 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- SeaSucker
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etrailer Cable Lock - 10' Long - 5/16" Diameter - Steel - Keyed Alike
- Cable Locks
- Utility Lock
- Keyed Alike
- Steel
- 10 Feet Long
- etrailer
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Roof Rack Leg Spacer Blocks for Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - 10 mm Thick - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Leg Spacers
- Rhino Rack
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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 RT-Style Roof Rack Tracks - Rivet Mount - 66" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Tracks
- 2 Pack
- 66 Inch Track Length
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Locking Endcaps for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Metal Cores - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Roof Rack
- End Caps
- Locks
- 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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Yakima Bow/Stern Tie-Down Ropes w/ Ratchets and Strap Loops - 1/4" x 12' - 150 lbs - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Watersport Carriers
- Bow and Stern Straps
- Yakima
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Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores (QTY 2)
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Yakima
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Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
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- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
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