What Kayak Carrier do You Recommend for My 85-Pound Kayak on My 2016 Hyundai Sonata?
Question:
Hi, I have a 2016 Sonata and need help loading my OT Salty on my car. Does the Hullavator require roof racks that are on vehicles that come with rails only? What roof rack set and load assist would you recommend for to help load an 85lb kayak?
asked by: Jayson E
Expert Reply:
I have a great solution for you. While the Thule Hullavator # TH898 can be used with a crossbar system that uses clips on your 2016 Hyundai Sonata without a panoramic roof, it has a weight capacity of 75 pounds. Unfortunately, this is not enough weight capacity for our 85-pound kayak. We also do not carry a load-assist option that has enough weight capacity for your kayak. In addition,
With that being said, the best option is to use the Yakima BigCatch Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Rear Loading # Y04091. The BigCatch comes with a massive 150 pound kayak weight capacity. In order to make the mounting easier, you can mount your kayak from the rear of the vehicle. This style is easier than a J-style carrier for loading. It also comes with all attachment straps required.
For a compatible roof rack system for the BigCatch, I recommend the following setup:
- Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" # Y00425
- BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs # Y28TR
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06137
- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06127
- Same-Key Lock Cores # Y07204
With this roof rack setup, you not only get an extremely aerodynamic system; you also receiver 165 pounds of maximum weight capacity on your roof. In order to make sure that your roof can handle the weight you wish to transport, I recommend consulting with your Hyundai owner's manual.
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Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 50 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Yakima
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Yakima BigCatch Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rear Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 2 Pack
- Yakima
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BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 2 Pack
- Yakima
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Yakima Same Key System (SKS) Lock Cores (QTY 4)
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
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- Yakima
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BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4
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- Roof Rack
- Tower Parts
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- Yakima
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Thule
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