How to Tell If Surfboard Will Clear Antenna on 2013 Hunyadi Accent Hachback

Question:

Hi, Ive heard that with the type of car I have it may be difficult trying to get a roof rack for my car. I have a 2013 Hyundai Accent Hatchback and Im concerned about the antenna on the back end of my roof being in the way. I want to use the roof rack primarily for my surfboards longboards, will this work and if not is there another recommendation you might have for my car? Thank you!

asked by: A M

Expert Reply:

Installing a roof rack on your 2013 Hyundai Accent Hatchback is actually pretty straightforward as the legs mount to specific points on your roof using some bolts. I recommend using the Rhino-Rack Vortex roof rack which uses the following parts:

46" Vortex Aero Crossbars - # RRVA118B-2
2500 Series Legs - # RRRLKVA
Fit Kit - # DK289

The Inno Board Locker Surfboard Carrier # INA744 will fit this roof rack and give you a way to transport your surfboards but I did see that your antenna sits up pretty high so you will need to be mindful of that going forward. The Vortex roof rack will add about 5-3/8" of height to your vehicle and then the Board Locker is going to be at least another 2-1/2" to where your board will be resting so the board should sit about 8" above your roof line. You can compare this to the height of your antenna to get a good idea for clearance.

Attached are some videos for you to check out.