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Reddit mentions of YAKIMA - JayLow Rooftop Mounted Kayak Rack for Vehicles, Carries Up to 2 Kayaks
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Reddit mentions: 4
We found 4 Reddit mentions of YAKIMA - JayLow Rooftop Mounted Kayak Rack for Vehicles, Carries Up to 2 Kayaks. Here are the top ones.
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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 separatelyVERSATILE 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 dragEASY 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
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 7.75 inches |
| Length | 20.25 inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 13.2 pounds |
| Width | 10.38 inches |
Is this the Swiss Cargo rack you're referring to? I'm new to kayaking, so I don't have a lot of experience yet. I have one of these folding mounts and really like it. Here it is on my wife's car with my kayak on it.
> do not want to mount forward or aft lines to the watercraft for stability
I'm not sure what you mean by this.
Depends on how you like to secure boats. The 401 will probably be a tad quieter since it's keel down. The jayhook style 400 is an angled keel.
Both systems are t-slotted, btw. Do you have aftermarket bars? You need bars that have the channel/trench for these systems. If you don't, here's a link to a Yakima product, the jaylow. It's a jay-hook with a convenient universal fit, and folds down out of the way. Yakima JayLow Folding J-Cradle Rooftop Kayak Rack with Tie-Downs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FUHDYZQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VfTbBbSD9D5CE
I have the Rocky Road Outfitters Crossbars:
http://www.rocky-road.com/wk2-jeep-grand-cherokee-roof-rack.html
With a Yakima Wind Fairing and the Yakima JayLow mounts:
http://www.amazon.com/Yakima-Roof-Rack-Wind-Fairing/dp/B00462RVJ6?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00
http://www.amazon.com/Yakima-Folding-J-Cradle-Rooftop-Tie-Downs/dp/B00FUHDYZQ?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
I bought a Thule and couldn't be happier with it. Buy [these] (https://www.amazon.com/TMS-J-Bar-Carrier-Mounted-Crossbar/dp/B003V57NUQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468343275&sr=8-2&keywords=kayak+rack&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011) attachments to mount your kayak to the rack as the Thule ones are pricy. Check craigslist often for attachments. I picked up two bike attachments for about the price of one.
Edit: Yakima's are on prime day.