Features:

  • CARRY UP TO 2 KAYAKS: Fits 1 kayak in J-cradle position (up to 80 lbs.) or 2 kayaks in a vertical, stacked position (up to 110 lbs. combined)
  • FITS MOST CROSSBARS: Compatible with Yakima SteamLine and round, square, factory and aerodynamic crossbars; Minimum crossbar spread of 24"
  • INCLUDES STRAPS: Includes all the necessary hardware and straps (Heavy-Duty Straps and Bow/Stern Tie-Downs) to secure your gear; SKS (Same Key System) locks sold separately
  • VERSATILE DESIGN: Integrated cam lever allows you to adjust the upright position with ease; Rack also folds flat when you're not using it for better clearance and reduced drag
  • EASY INSTALL: Comes fully assembled out of the box; Tool-free installation in about 10 minutes; Refer to Yakima Fit My Car Tool to ensure compatibility
Stop looking and buy these Kayak carriers!

These things are amazing. Absolutely nothing to install, in seconds. Round, square, or aero bars these just install. Boom done. Load your kayak. Straps for center, and both ends. Really, the center straps tied my kayak (9'9") down totally. System is secure, and very sturdy. The fold down feature is genius, and literally makes them disappear (read out of site out of mind) when not in use. Mine are mounted on a Jeep Renegade Trailhawk, and are perfect for loading and unloading. These are adjustable, and don't forget to lock the folding part, for perfect and secure fit. I am a Yakima guy, with lots of their stuff over the last 30 plus years, and these are a great add to my collection. Yakima quality is very apparent. Yup stop looking , order and start enjoying your kayaking more. Isn't that why you bought a kayak? :-)

These are great. Was able to get 4 kayaks on my ...

These are great. Was able to get 4 kayaks on my Subaru outback using two of these and one of the stackers in the middle. I used to have yakimas more expensive j cradles and they were not as good in my opinion on the yakima round bar. They rotated more than these did. I have a couple heavy kayaks on these a pamlico tandem and a tarpon 140. I would buy these again

Good fit, great rack

I have two sets of these racks now, and they cradle both of our kayaks perfectly! They are good for multiple sizes of kayaks, and fold down when not in use to give extra clearance. The racks are very easy to install and remove.

Love the design and that they fold. Would buy again.

I really like these and love that they fold down. I did get some whine at interstate speeds so, like others, I put black electrical tape over the holes and it stopped. Love that they lock since I live and kayak in the city. Love that they fold down so I don't have to worry about parking garage clearances or extra wind drag. I have not noticed any unusual wind drag. I thought about taking them off of my Outback during the winter but then was afraid I would never be able to find my silver car in large parking lots! I have two sets for two kayaks and would buy them again. I like the way they tie down, the padded base and the small lip. I am short so had to get a small folding step stool to get the boats on and off of the roof but have had no problems with the straps although I do need to cut off some of the excess.

Great so far with two ten ft Tahoma sit-on kayaks.

I have two sets of these racks for carrying two kayaks on a late model Prius. The kayaks almost touch one another at the top where they lean in but it fits perfectly. I have not tried to put two kayaks on one pair of racks like the description says you can do, but I assume it works. Installation is very easy (at least on Yakima bars) and they seem sturdy - my kayaks weigh 50 lbs each. The racks fold down easily when not in use. I find some of the other reviews confusing. If you tighten the red folding lever before you close it I am not sure how it would come open on its own. I can only assume people are taking the rack out of the box and not tightening/turning the lever before folding it down, which would allow it to randomly come open. When you tighten the thing it is tight. The mechanism works similar to bike seat post clamp. I also do not hear a whistle when I am driving with or without kayaks on the car. Maybe I am deaf or they changed something (but I do have the Yakima wind fairing). The hooks they provide to tie down the front and back of the kayak are pretty useless and clumsy. You really need to get the straps that you close in the trunk and hood lids instead. I have only used the racks three times so far, so if I encounter any issues I will update here. Also, I would buy better quality and lighter kayaks if I had it to do over again.

Fits 4 Kayaks on Larger Vehicles!

Among my friends, I am the only one who drives a vehicle capable of transporting kayaks without any extra equipment. I have always just thrown them in the back, but I can only fit two inside the vehicle. In an effort to increase my capacity to bring more friends out on the water, I purchased two sets of these racks. They attached directly to my Suburban's aero-style bars, but had cutouts for square bars and sleeves for round bars as well. Once attached, they were very secure. The only way they were going anywhere is if they sheared the crossbars off the roof itself. I purchased the Yakima lock cores, which I felt is an unnecessary secondary purchase. They really should just build these into the racks. Strapping the boats takes less than 5 minutes if you're only putting one on, obviously longer if you're strapping two to a rack. It was kind of confusing at first figuring out what goes where for two on a rack, but now that I've done it a few times, I can get 4 kayaks on my roof ready for the road in less than 30 minutes with one other person to help. The racks came with bow and stern straps, but I didn't really feel comfortable with them in the front after the first trip. The straps would shake with the wind, even with a couple twists in them, and the backpack-style buckles didn't inspire much confidence. I have since purchased two sets of the Yakima Bow and Stern Tiedowns with the ratchet-style tightening system and rope. I use all 4 in the front (since that's where the most force is while driving) and hook them directly into the push bar on the front of my vehicle. I still use the supplied straps for the rear. **The bow and stern straps are the most important part of this whole system. They are what keep the boats in your car at speed. Without them, the wind would shear the rack right off your car. They are only attached with thin sheet metal screws. It is because if this I would recommend getting a better tiedown system, at least for the front. All told, I am very happy with this purchase. I am able to fit 4 boats on the roof of my vehicle, which leaves room inside for friends and gear. I don't have pictures with 4 on there, but you can see if I straightened the rack with the green boat that there is enough room to put another kayak on the other side of the rack. I have had 4 boats on the roof and driven 70mph on the highway with no problems whatsoever (aside from the wind noise, which is unavoidable). I will update if anything changes, but for now, I would definitely recommend these.

Only need one set for two kayaks!

I was originally concerned about the price of these gadgets. It felt like a lot just to tie a boat to the car. But, looking back on this, I'm really glad I spent the money on it. They are really simple to install and adjust—no tools necessary. And once I learned the ratcheting system, I've been able to attach and detach the boats no problem. I will say I watched the manufacturer's video and saw that this could be used for two kayaks, I was super skeptical, but I tried it. It's perfect! One kayak goes into the rack's grooves and the other sits directly on the crossbars. I'm really happy I didn't spend another $150 but instead used the manufacturer's recommendation to use one set two attach two boats.

Excellent racks!

I have owned 4 sets of these, and they are great all around. Except for the whistling(easy fix), they are perfect for me. I like that they lock, and the lock is in a METAL surrounding. I tried a set of Thule Hull A Port XT's, and they are POORLY designed, the lock is no where as good as these. The clamps on these go around the bar where the Thule ones didn't and could be twisted and removed easily even when locked. Yakima definitely does great with these. The straps that come with them are also really good. Very solid and sturdy.

Five Stars

Easy to install and use! 2 Year Update - The quality of this Kayak carrier has been excellent! I leave the carriers on my car 100% of the time. The foam has held up to the exposure and use with no tearing and minimal wear showing. I am not a daily user, but probably monthly and at least twice yearly to transport about 700 miles round trip. My only complaint about this kit is regarding the included straps. I don't think they are sufficient. If I am going to put something like a Kayak on top of my car, then I want to know it is secure. I transitioned to ratchet straps. I would recommend this to anyone using this setup! I didn't dock the product because of this though because I think this is a needed upgrade for any carrier of this style. The quality of the Yakima carrier is excellent. I have used it in both configurations to transport either one or two kayaks. My experience is that in any configuration, the kayak(s) are held firm with no wobble. Lastly, I love that these fold down when not in use! Laying the carrier down makes it easy to keep on the car because my car would not fit through the garage door while they are in the upright position.

The BEST rack i have seen and used. I am completely thrilled with the Jaylow and would recommend to friends and enemies.

Amazing kayak rack adapter. I was not sure if this was going to be easy to use and install and it was so easy. I like how robust it is as well. You will need to buy a SKS lock (extra) if you want to make sure no one steals this from your rooftop, but it's not easy to fuure out how to steal ti, if the person stealing it doesn't know how to remove it. I will buy a lock cyclinder cores as i have multiple Yakima products and would like to match the keys. I will buy and order the exact core from Yakima website since they let you order and exact key number. I already have cores for other products, so no need to replace them if i don't need too.

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