Do you need to purchase the subaru clamps too? or does it just connect to the stock roof racks? and if it needs clamps does it need a set for each kayak holder? thanks.
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Yes, the clamps must be purchased separately. For the Subaru factory-original aerobars, you need part #E361SXA100. 4 clamps come in each bag. All four clamps are needed for each kayak carrier - 2 clamps on one of the J bars and 2 clamps on the second J bar - all to hold one kayak. You can fit two carriers and two kayaks on the top of a Forester (mine is a 2006, but there has been little change in the design over the years). But watch our for the weight limits on the aerobars - it's printed on the underside of the bar. I can see mine through my sunroof. On another note - loading even a light kayak into the Jbars is difficult if you are short or don't have a great deal of upper body strength. I wish I had bought something like the Telos load assist system - it has a neat loader that cannot be used with the Subaru J-bars; only with their own Downloader bars. I've seen some nice kayak saddles from Thule or Yakima where you put the nose of the boat on the saddle, lift up the rear of the kayak and slide it into place on top of your roof. Also, the Jbars barely fit into my garage - ones that folded down might have been a better choice. Look at all your options carefully before you buy the Subaru J-bars - they are a good price and they are very sturdy and do work well if you can lift the kayak onto them.
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these should come as a set of 2. if you have factory racks i think you will be okay. thule makes different mounting brackets for all types of racks, "square, round, flat"aero". "this is a great tool for the avid yaker who doesnt want to toss up their yak up onto the vehicle. i did that for 2 years before making this purchase a few years back and i am contemplating a second set.
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I am not sure, but due to the way they connect, I think you need to use the Malone product. The system really works well and is a life saver when trying to get my kayak on top of my suv.
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I looked at some pictures of your car and the only problem might be that there are no roof racks. There have to be racks running front to back to attach the rails to. If there is an option for this or aftermarket product you can purchase, you will need to do so. But if the racks run side to side (like on my 2008 Subaru STi) then you won't need the Malone racks as you can attach whatever you are carrying directly to the aftermarket (or whatever) racks. Hope this helps.
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You will need clamps. But read reviews for product before you buy. Just sayin'
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I have a 2013 Subaru Outback (new body style with factory roof racks). The cargo box fits that roof rack fine, U-bolt clamps fit around the bar fine, maybe 2-1/2 inch opening. I like the box, most likely best quality box for the price on the market.
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Hi Kim, I have a Subaru legacy. It did NOT originally have a roof rack/ crossbars, so I had Subaru install Subaru made crossbars. Once i had Crossbars I only needed this saddle/ kayak rack. They are adjustable to the fit the Crossbars you have, and once on you can pop the kayak right on top! Best of luck and happy kayaking!-Amy
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I would say yes. The clamp is a relatively basic bracket with two bolts that hold the base of each kayak carrier to a lower plate with two holes. Two hand tightened bolts clamp the lower plate on either side of your roof rack crossbar to hold each carrier in place. There are two options for the lower plate--one flat and one to fit round crossbars. It should fit pretty much any bar, but will probably not be contoured exactly to your crossbar.
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We have a Subaru Outback which has both horizontal and vertical racks so this was no problem for us. So if you car does not have either or both of these racks, then yes, you will have to have them installed for this kayak carrier. BTW, this carrier is an excellent product which my husband had no problem putting together and installing on our racks. We have used it several times since purchasing it last summer (2013) and are very happy with its quality.
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A single kayak should be OK. I tried two and the bars flex too much and pushed the ends out so much they would not stay tight in the roof grooves. Anything more then that and I'd spend more for a better quality rack. It's cheap but gets the job done with limitations
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You would need two of them for two kayaks. Make sure you have the long roof rack bars. If you can raise your hands and reach a foot over your roof you will be fine. Just make sure you secure them from the front and rear after they are on the rack.
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You get two of these in each box. You will need to order two sets. If you are hauling two kayaks or two boards. Be aware that the profile of the clamps on these "J-bar Racks" are for a crossbar that is more round or square in shape versus flat and oval as are my crossbars on my Rav4. They would clamp real well on a crossbar that was 1-1-1/2 inch round or square.
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You only need one set. They can even be used to load/unload kayaks on more than one vehicle as long as you are using the Malone "J" cradles made for the "loaders". We are very pleased with the Malone products.
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This is the roof cross bars. Yes you could tie a kayak to it but it might be best to get a kayak rack to add to these bars.
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well, it all depends...... first you have to find out what the factory bars are rated at (look in your manual or online). add the weight of the kayaks plus the 4 Hull a Ports and compare to the max load. Load is just as important as whether it will fit or not. The bottom ends of the Hull a Ports should NOT extend past the factory bars once installed; to be safe, I think the spec is 2 inches or so inside the bars. You may need the Thule square racks if the factory racks are too small but will hold the load. I have those and they are awesome. The standard set up is for the bottoms to face each other, so no issues there. Good luck and enjoy your kayaks! well, it all depends...... first you have to find out what the factory bars are rated at (look in your manual or online). add the weight of the kayaks plus the 4 Hull a Ports and compare to the max load. Load is just as important as whether it will fit or not. The bottom ends of the Hull a Ports should NOT extend past the factory bars once installed; to be safe, I think the spec is 2 inches or so inside the bars. You may need the Thule square racks if the factory racks are too small but will hold the load. I have those and they are awesome. The standard set up is for the bottoms to face... » Read More well, it all depends...... first you have to find out what the factory bars are rated at (look in your manual or online). add the weight of the kayaks plus the 4 Hull a Ports and compare to the max load. Load is just as important as whether it will fit or not. The bottom ends of the Hull a Ports should NOT extend past the factory bars once installed; to be safe, I think the spec is 2 inches or so inside the bars. You may need the Thule square racks if the factory racks are too small but will hold the load. I have those and they are awesome. The standard set up is for the bottoms to face each other, so no issues there. Good luck and enjoy your kayaks! « Show Less
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I know they fit Thule square crossbars; (they work great w/ mine). They also supposedly work w/ Yakima round bars and aero-style bars. The brackets are heavy duty and a universal shape to accommodate different shaped crossbars. I am very happy with the Malone carriers; got 2 sets last year and hauled 2 kayaks everywhere. Rock solid carriers.
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No. It sounds like you are referring to "Side Rails" which run front to back of your vehicle (parallel to the Kayak). You will need Crossbars that run from Side-to-side (Perpendicular to Kayak). These racks straddle the cross bars.