Yakima Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier Recommendation for a 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Hardtop

Question:

Can I use this set-up on a 2105 Wrangler 4 door with the factory hardtop? Is it safe enough or will it break the rain gutters with the force/weight? I will be putting kayaks up there and the total weight would be under 100lbs.

asked by: Paul

Expert Reply:

Yes you can. I checked with Yakima and the Yakima Raingutter 1A Towers part # Y00101 are confirmed to fit the factory hardtop of your 2015 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.

The recommended crossbars would be the part # Y00409.

Yakima says this rack setup has a weight capacity of 100 lbs. You will need to consult your owners manual to determine what Jeep says is your roof capacity and be sure to go with the lower of the two as the overall capacity.

For a carrier that can carry up to 2 kayaks and would fit this rack check out the Thule Stacker carrier part # TH830. I attached a review video for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C