{"product_id":"kayak-rack-for-car-j-bar-roof-rack-1-pair-black","title":"Kayak Rack for Car, J-Bar Kayak Roof Rack Carrier for Crossbars, 1 Pair, Black Metal with Foam Pads and 2 Tie-Down Straps | Fairsprout","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry your kayak on its side on your car's roof. This J-bar kayak rack is 1 pair of fixed J-style carriers with foam pads that mounts on the crossbars already on your car.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping to the contiguous US\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossbars required, not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 pair (2 J-carriers) carries 1 kayak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll like it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJ-style kayak carrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds 1 kayak, canoe or paddle board on its side, which leaves more roof space next to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam pads:\u003c\/strong\u003e black foam pads on the uprights and cradles help protect the hull.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounts on most crossbars:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits most round, square, oval and flat crossbars up to about 3.5 in wide x 1.5 in tall (9 x 3.8 cm). Measure your bars first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraps included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 tie-down straps, about 8 ft (2.4 m), with metal cam buckles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoated black metal:\u003c\/strong\u003e coated iron tube with a fixed (non-folding) J shape; star knobs for hand tightening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssemble each carrier: bolt the J upright and the lower cradle onto the base pad (wrench included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount both carriers on your crossbars with the bolts, clamp plates and star knobs, following the included manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift the kayak into the J on its side and run both straps over the hull and under the crossbars, then tighten the cam buckles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd bow and stern tie-downs (not included) before you drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck your vehicle's roof load limit and your crossbar load limit before loading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use bow and stern tie-downs (not included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-check the straps before every trip, after the first few miles and at every stop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the carriers before car washes and low-clearance garages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the included manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × J-carriers (1 pair). Each is a J upright plus a lower cradle that bolt onto a base pad; assembly required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × tie-down straps, about 8 ft (2.4 m), with metal cam buckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware: bolts, nuts, washers, clamp plates and 4 star knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × wrench\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrossbars, kayak and bow\/stern lines are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: fixed (non-folding) J-style carrier, 1 pair (2 carriers) for 1 kayak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: coated iron tube, black; black foam pads (about 0.2 in \/ 5 mm thick); black base pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpright height: 14.57 in (37 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth across the top of the J: 4.72 in (12 cm); across the J: 5.12 in (13 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase length: 8.66 in (22 cm); lower cradle: 7.09 in (18 cm); base plate: 5.51 in (14 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossbar clamp opening: 3.54 x 1.5 in (9 x 3.8 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 7.28 lb (3.3 kg) per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraps: 2, about 8 ft (2.4 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Imported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping and returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping to the contiguous US. Ships in 1–3 business days · Delivery usually 3–7 business days from the US. We email you a tracking number when your order ships. You can return it within 30 days of delivery. If the item arrives damaged or wrong, email us at support@fairsprout.com with a photo and we will make it right. See our Refund Policy for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need crossbars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This kayak rack mounts on crossbars that are already on your car. Crossbars are not included, and it does not fit a bare roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my crossbars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt fits most round, square, oval and flat crossbars up to about 3.54 in wide x 1.5 in tall (9 x 3.8 cm). Please measure your bars before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many kayaks does it carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne. 1 pair (2 J-carriers) holds 1 kayak, canoe or paddle board on its side. For 2 kayaks you need 2 pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Each J upright and lower cradle bolt onto a base pad. The hardware, a wrench and a manual are included. The star knobs tighten by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipping is free to the contiguous US (the lower 48 states and DC). We can't ship this item to Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, US territories or APO\/FPO\/DPO addresses. Orders ship in 1–3 business days and usually arrive in 3–7 business days from the US. 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