Recommended Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier for 2021 Audi A4 Allroad and Kestrel 170T
Question:
I own a 2021 Audi A4 Offroad and am considering purchasing a Current Designs Kestral 17T kayak. Please advise If you make a rack that is compatible both with my car and this vessel and perhaps send me a product information sheet so I may see how the rack attaches to the car as well as how the kayak fits in the rack. Thanks
asked by: Michael H
Expert Reply:
For your 2021 Audi A4 Allroad I recommend the Thule WingBar Evo roof rack system. This rack consists of the # TH711320 and # TH710401. It has a 150 lb capacity which is more than enough for the Kestral 170T. The WingBar Evo crossbars have an aerodynamic TrailEdge design which will reduce drag, wind noise, and vibration. If you wish to add locks you can use the # TH450400.
I have several recommendations for kayak carriers depending on what style and features you want. For a J-style carrier where the kayak would be mounted on its side I recommend the etrailer J-Style Kayak Carrier # e98878. If you would rather have your kayak flat on the roof then I recommend the Malone MegaWing Fishing Kayak Carrier # MPG207. If you want lift assistance check out the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist # TH898.
I have attached some review videos along with the written instructions so you can see how these would be installed and work with your vehicle and kayak.
Products Referenced in This Question
etrailer Kayak Carrier w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- etrailer
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Malone MegaWing Fishing 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
- Malone
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Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Roof Bike Racks
- Roof Box
- Roof Rack
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Keys
- Lock Parts
- Lock Cores and Cylinders
- Thule
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Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Thule
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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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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 50 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Thule
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