Kayak Carriers, Ski Racks, and Bike Racks for 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo
Question:
I am looking for a three sport solution for a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. I am looking for a roof mounting system for three 10-foot kayaks, a roof ski rack for four pairs of skis and a roof or trunk mount for three bikes. What solution options do you have for me? I am not interested in a trailer hitch system.
asked by: Christopher B
Expert Reply:
I'll start off with the ski rack for your 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo since that is fairly simple. I recommend the Rhino-Rack Ski and Snowboard Carrier # RR574. This is capable of holding 4 pairs of skis, has an aluminum construction for corrosion resistance, and comes with locks to keep your skis secure.
Three kayaks will be a bit more challenging. Since space will be limited even with an aftermarket roof rack I recommend using the Malone FoldAway-5 # MAL38FR along with a J-style carrier like the Malone J-Pro2 # MPG117MD. The FoldAway-5 will let you mount two kayaks vertically and is 19-1/2" long when deployed. The J-Pro2 will have the 3rd at a bit of an angle and is 16" long.
If you have an aftermarket roof rack that extends out over the towers this will be less of an issue than factory crossbars. It would be best to measure your rack and the height of the kayaks to try to get an idea if this will fit. If you don't actually have a roof rack I recommend the Yakima JetStream with 50" crossbars. You will need the # Y00425, # Y00425, and # Y00245 for the complete rack. The main reason I like this rack is because it is extremely quiet compared to others.
For a bike rack the only option is the roof if you don't want to use the hitch. The material on the newer Jeep Grand Cherokee is too cheap to hold up to any kind of trunk mounted bike rack. You can use the Rhino-Rack MountainTrail # RBC035 if you want a fork mount or the Yakima FrontLoader # Y02103 for a wheel mount.
I have attached some review videos below for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
Malone FoldAway-5 Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Canoe
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Factory Bars
- Oval Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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Malone J-Pro2 Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Fixed Arms - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Fixed
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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Rhino-Rack MountainTrail Rooftop Bike Carrier - Fork Mount
- Roof Bike Racks
- Fork Mount
- 9mm Fork
- Bike and Rack Lock
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Disc Brake Compatible
- Clamp On - Quick
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Ski and Snowboard Carrier - Locking - 4 Pairs of Skis or 2 Boards
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Roof Rack
- Clamp-On
- Fixed Height
- Board/Ski Lock
- 2 Snowboards
- 4 Pairs of Skis
- 19-11/16 Inch Long
- Fixed
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rhino Rack
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Landing Pad 19 for Yakima SkyLine and Control Towers - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Yakima
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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 FrontLoader Wheel Mount Bike Carrier - Roof Mount
- Roof Bike Racks
- Wheel Mount
- 15mm Fork
- 15mm Thru-Axle
- 20mm Thru-Axle
- 5mm Fork
- 9mm Fork
- 9mm Thru-Axle
- Bike Lock
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Disc Brake Compatible
- Clamp On - Quick
- Black
- Yakima
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 1125 lbs TW
- 7500 lbs GTW
- 7500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1125 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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Christopher B.
4/15/2024
The Saris Bones EX 3 # SA803 doesn't appear to fit the 2024 Grand Cherokee, is that a mistake?