Is The Malone FoldAway Carrier Compatible With Subaru Outback Factory Crossbars

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I have a 2018 Subaru Outback with factory rack and rail system. I am looking to being able to haul two kayaks and am wondering if the factory rails are enough to haul my two kayaks or do I need additional cross rails to mount onto? I am thinking on your Malone FoldAway-5 Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On Item # MAL38FR for the kayak mounting system.

asked by: Bret S

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From what I can find in the online owner's manual Subaru just doesn't want you exceeding 150lbs with the factory crossbars, which is same capacity for the Malone FoldAway-5 Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Roof Rack # MAL38FR that you were looking at.

They aren't really descriptive with the shape or dimensions of the factory crossbars so you'll want to ensure that they fall within the requirements of the # MAL38FR, which I have pictured below.

If your crossbars fall outside of these requirements then you can use the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack # MPG216 for a non Touring model. If you have a Touring model then you'll need the following parts:

Yakima JetStream Crossbars # Y00428
SightLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars # Y64AR
SightClip Fit Kit for Yakima SightLine and RidgeLine Roof Rack Towers # Y32CR

expert reply by: Kevin C

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MAL38FR Mounting Requirements
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Answer 1

I checked with Yakima and for your 2021 Subaru Outback Wagon the correct Landing Pad is the number 27 which is the part #Y46VR. This only fits the older style of Q Tower Yakima roof rack.

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Answer 2

The highest capacity roof rack option we offer for a 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon which will replace the factory crossbars is the Yakima JetStream Crossbar System part #Y00425, part #Y53TR, and part #Y46VR which will provide a 165 lb capacity. I'd…

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Answer 3

The Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack part #MPG216 is an excellent option for a 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon and will work on models with the swing-out crossbars. It has a 165 lb weight capacity which will be the max for options which attach to the swing-out…

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Answer 4

The Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 47" #TH711220 that you were looking at are for the 2018 Subaru Outback (non touring model) with flush roof rails running front to back on the roof. These crossbars require Podium Feet #TH460R…

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Answer 5

I suggest the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack for raised factory side rails, #MPG216. This aerodynamic roof rack will mount to your Subaru Outback that already has the factory side rails. What I like about these aerobars is that they have a shape that…

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Answer 6

The factory crossbars on a 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon won't work with the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part #TH898. They would need to be replaced in favor of the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbar System part #TH711220, part #TH460R, and part…

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Answer 7

The longest possible crossbars that fit your 2019 Subaru Outback are the 58 inch bars of the Malone roof rack, which is the following part number: - Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MPG216

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Answer 8

Yes, the 58" long Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack #MPG216 can be used with the older version of the Thule Hullavator part TH897XT on your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon. You just need to use the T-Track mounting system to do so.

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Answer 9

There is a solution for you, but the issue with the BoatLoader EVO the crossbar spread as well as its 80 lb weight capacity, which is less than your 87 lb fishing kayak. Instead, for your 2011 Chevy Equinox with raised side rails I recommend the…

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Answer 10

Your 2021 Subaru Outback Wagon needs Yakima Landing Pad 27 for Yakima SkyLine And Control Towers - Qty 4, part #Y46VR. This Landing Pad provides the mounting points for your Yakima Skyline or Control towers. If you are using the SkyLine Towers for…

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Answer 11

In order to use the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier and Lift Assist part #TH898 on a 2020 Subaru Outback you will need an aftermarket roof rack because the factory roof rack does not have the needed crossbar overhang. For this, I recommend the…

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Answer 12

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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