Looking for info on roof rack

awpratt · Jul 16, 2018

Hey guy's any info on roof racks for carrying kayaks. I'm looking for a roof rack to carry 2 - 10' kayaks
while pulling my travel trailer With my Ram 1500 Crew Cab. I'm looking for a quality rack that won't damage the roof of my truck. Seeing as Mopar does not offer anything, I need to turn to the aftermarket to find something any input would be appreciated.

silver surfer · Jul 16, 2018

I use removable Yakima roof racks.

huntergreen · Jul 16, 2018

I would be looking at ladder racks for carrying kayaks. I would rather not drill into the roof. I do like the look of roof racks though.

lgwatson0315 · Jul 16, 2018

awpratt said:
Hey guy's any info on roof racks for carrying kayaks. I'm looking for a roof rack to carry 2 - 10' kayaks
while pulling my travel trailer With my Ram 1500 Crew Cab. I'm looking for a quality rack that won't damage the roof of my truck. Seeing as Mopar does not offer anything, I need to turn to the aftermarket to find something any input would be appreciated.

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MarshRam · Jul 17, 2018

Your three choices for roof racks are Yakima, Thule or Rhino Rack, none require drilling. I use Rhino Rack, but for surfboards. Personally, for kayaks I would probably get bed racks. Might make for easier loading/unloading. They would cost a bit more than roof racks from the manufacturers I mentioned. If price is an issue you could go with ladder racks or something like Trak Rak.

awpratt · Jul 17, 2018

I was looking at the Rhino Rack Vortex Aero 2500 rack that attaches to roof edge with clamps and use the kayak "J" bars . I don't think a bed rack will work for me because they will stick out the back, and interfere with the travel trailer when hooked up. Thanks for the input so far.

lgwatson0315 · Jul 18, 2018

awpratt said:
I was looking at the Rhino Rack Vortex Aero 2500 rack that attaches to roof edge with clamps and use the kayak "J" bars . I don't think a bed rack will work for me because they will stick out the back, and interfere with the travel trailer when hooked up. Thanks for the input so far.

Pulled it from Raleigh NC to Marion Va. no issues.

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MarshRam · Jul 18, 2018

awpratt said:
I was looking at the Rhino Rack Vortex Aero 2500 rack that attaches to roof edge with clamps and use the kayak "J" bars . I don't think a bed rack will work for me because they will stick out the back, and interfere with the travel trailer when hooked up. Thanks for the input so far.

The Vortex 2500 will definitely be the best bang for your buck.

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