Exposed Racks 8-00-9844 Roof Rack Accessory Mounting Bracket

The Y kayak mounts are used to carry a kayak on top of the vehicle with the bottom of the kayak facing down. this extremely strong system works really well for large and heavier kayaks that benefit from being loaded by putting the bow of the kayak on the rear mount and sliding the kayak forward - as kayaks are made to slide with the bottom down. these Y mounts also work particularly well on vehicles that have a higher roof and lifted vehicles. with the EXR Y kayak mounts it may be easier in some circumstances to temporarily remove the foam padding to allow for a smoother slide. the kayak itself will find the slight groove in the y mount and center itself, allowing for an easier load. The Y mounts also work very well with stand up paddle boards (sup) and surfboards. for these lighter items, often fiberglass, it is usually easier and better to leave the foam on the mounts and simply place the boards on top. The slight bend in the Y mount, combined with the contouring foam will allow just about any board to sit nicely with the bottom down. you can click the mounts into any holes however, if you use the outer most hole and carry the kayaks or boards past the edge of the crossbars this allows the center of the bars to be free for other items or for a J kayak mount, paddle holders, gear, etc. he strap should start under the crossbar itself at the inner side of the kayak or board. then both ends of the strap come straight up, then over the kayak or board toward you. then the end of the strap without the buckle should wrap around the lip on the edge of the Y kayak mount and feed up through the buckle. when all the slack as been removed, pull down on the strap and push up on the kayak at the same time. this will remove any slack and tighten the kayak or board down.

• Heavy-Duty Carbon Steel Construction
• Extremely Strong System Works Really Well For Large And Heavier Kayaks That Benefit From Being Loaded By Putting The Bow Of The Kayak
• Works Very Well With Stand Up Paddle Boards And Surfboards
• Push-Pin System Allows For Easy
• Limited 3 Year Warranty