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Thule K-Guard
kayak rack horizontal black
Quick, safe, and easy-to-use carrier that saves time loading and unloading.
Quick, safe, and easy-to-use carrier that saves time loading and unloading.
Tested to the limit
At the Thule Test Centerâ„¢ in Hillerstorp, Sweden, products go through extreme testing. Our roof rack systems are designed to carry your gear and fit your car as safely and securely as possible. Below are just a few examples of the many tests conducted.
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Crash tests
We conduct multiple crash tests at different speeds and weights to ensure the complete roof rack system transports your gear safely and protects the vehicle from damage.
Wear and tear simulations
Specialized tests that are used to evaluate the roof rack systems over time, to assess their durability and long-term performance.
Exposure tests
To evaluate the performance of roof rack systems under conditions that might be encountered during use, we expose them to extreme heat, cold, damp, sunlight and chemicals.
Very quick and easy to fit to the roof rack
Tiltable in a wide angle for easiest possible loading and unloading
Good pressure distribution onto the kayak hull, thanks to rubber supports designed to adapt to differently shaped kayaks
First-ever kayak carrier to be lockable, both kayak to carrier (with lockable steel-core strap) and carrier to roof rack
Rubber pad around the strap buckle protects the kayak and car from scratches during loading and transport
Elegant aluminium cradles
Maximum load
45 kg
Dimensions (LxWxH)
62.8 x 7.4 x 14.6 cm
Weight
4.3 kg
Rubber cover for strap buckle
Length of straps
2x400 cm
One Key System compatible
Fits Thule WingBar Evo
Fits Thule WingBar
Fits Thule WingBar Edge
Fits Thule SquareBar Evo
Adapter/s required: Thule SquareBar Adapter 4-pack
Fits Thule SlideBar
Fits Thule ProBar Evo
Color
Black
Model number
840003
