Thule rack configuration ideas

Currently my 2002 CR-V has a Thule roof rack system with 50" load bars and hauls an older Mirage and Mirage Outback with "Hull-A-Port PRO" adapters.




I want to buy a Hobie Mirage Pro Angler.
To haul this kayak and the Outback or Mirage I am considering if 65" load bars and two "Glide and Set" systems would work instead?



thanks for any advice!

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That kayak rack that you show, should work. Just remember that the Pro Angler is a BIG, and HEAVY boat. The CR-V doesn't have a low roof, so getting that boat up that high could be a big challenge.

Second, always use bow and stern lines. It's SO much safer! If any piece of the system fails, they'll keep the boat secure long enough that you can pull over and see what's going on.

Finally, the roof rack on a 2002 CR-V is only rated to hold 100 lbs. The Pro Angler's hull weight is 88 lbs, but the "rigged weight" is 138 lbs. So even if you get the boat as light as possible, you've only got 12 lbs to spare before your rack is overloaded. Your Thule system is probably more then 12 pounds. Keep that in mind for a variety of reasons.

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I recommend you go to a dealer and try putting a Pro Angler on the roof, if possible. I planned on doing a roof rack until I actually did it, my dealer convinced me that trailering was a much better option and I'm so glad I did. Having to unload all your gear and taking up space in the vehicle, and then lift the PA up over your shoulders at the end of a day on the water is a pain. If you haven't thought about trailering I highly recommend it over a roof rack.
Also, according to Thule, the Glide and Set's maximum capacity is 34" wide and 75lbs. The Pro Angler exceeds those dimensions.

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MrGreen

I am 6'4". loading it by setting the front on and lifting the back and sliding seemed like an option.



I always do that.



My Thule rack is not attached to the stock rack. I never had a stock rack on the CR-V. The Thule feet are attached directly to the vehicle and the Thule rack is a stand-alone rack.

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Check out NH Explorer pic:



He uses the Glide and Set combo and it looks like he as an Outback up there with the PA.

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