Kayak roof rack

Kayak racks

A Thule kayak roof rack carries your kayak securely – and it’s quick and easy to load and unload too! Let us help you find the ideal kayak roof rack.

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Water sport gear

Water sport gear


Kayak
Kayak carriers.

Canoe
Canoe carriers.

SUP
Stand-up paddleboard carriers.

Wave surf
Wave surfboard carriers.

Select your car

Select your car

Please select your car information - make, year, model - to help us recommend the best carrier for your needs.

Where a car model has several roof variations you will need to specify the roof type of your specific car as well.

Specify your current roof rack system from the options presented.

Reset roof type selection

Carrier mounting

Carrier mounting


Horizontal
Keeps your kayak or canoe firmly in place. Ideal for carrying one boat with the best support and protection. Suitable for heavier fibreglass kayaks and canoes.

Vertical
Transports your boat in a vertical position and takes up less space on the roof of your car. Ideal for slightly smaller boats, preferably made out of more durable plastic material.

Assist

Assist

Some of our carriers can assist you in loading your boat onto the roof of your car.

Lift / load
A lift-assisting carrier helps you slide your kayak onto the car roof. With load-assistance, some of the kayak's weight is lifted by the carrier.

Select your car

Select your car

Please select your car information - make, year, model - to help us recommend the best carrier for your needs.

Where a car model has several roof variations you will need to specify the roof type of your specific car as well.

Specify your current roof rack system from the options presented.

Reset roof type selection

Carrier mounting

Carrier mounting


Horizontal
Keeps your kayak or canoe firmly in place. Ideal for carrying one boat with the best support and protection. Suitable for heavier fibreglass kayaks and canoes.

Vertical
Transports your boat in a vertical position and takes up less space on the roof of your car. Ideal for slightly smaller boats, preferably made out of more durable plastic material.

Select your car

Select your car

Please select your car information - make, year, model - to help us recommend the best carrier for your needs.

Where a car model has several roof variations you will need to specify the roof type of your specific car as well.

Specify your current roof rack system from the options presented.

Reset roof type selection

Carrier mounting

Carrier mounting


Horizontal
Keeps your kayak or canoe firmly in place. Ideal for carrying one boat with the best support and protection. Suitable for heavier fibreglass kayaks and canoes.

Vertical
Transports your boat in a vertical position and takes up less space on the roof of your car. Ideal for slightly smaller boats, preferably made out of more durable plastic material.

Select your car

Select your car

Please select your car information - make, year, model - to help us recommend the best carrier for your needs.

Where a car model has several roof variations you will need to specify the roof type of your specific car as well.

Specify your current roof rack system from the options presented.

Reset roof type selection

Carrier mounting

Carrier mounting


Horizontal
Keeps your kayak or canoe firmly in place. Ideal for carrying one boat with the best support and protection. Suitable for heavier fibreglass kayaks and canoes.

Vertical
Transports your boat in a vertical position and takes up less space on the roof of your car. Ideal for slightly smaller boats, preferably made out of more durable plastic material.

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Recommended products

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Spend more time out on the water

With a Thule kayak roof rack, you’re all set to get the most out of your passion. Instead of a cumbersome trailer, you get a kayak car rack that is easy to load and unload as well as ensuring safe and secure transportation of your kayak. You can even choose between horizontal and vertical carrying positions to save space and carry even more kayaks.

  • Safe, secure transportation of one or more kayaks
  • Smart, space-saving carrying options
  • Easy to load and unload

Loading and unloading – even on your own

Thule kayak roof racks give you a choice of smart loading/unloading features. The ultimate feature, lift-assist, allows you to load and unload a kayak by yourself with very little effort and without lifting your kayak onto the roof of your car. Giving you the freedom to head out for a paddle whenever you feel like it – and only on your terms.

Thule kayak racks

Push it to the limit. Day after day.

The Thule Test Center™ is where we make sure our kayak car racks are strong and durable enough to withstand everything the road and the elements have to offer. We’re not satisfied until they pass numerous crash tests, wear and tear simulations, not to mention extreme heat, cold, damp, sunlight and even harsh chemicals. That’s the only way we know that you’ll be satisfied and as safe as possible.