Model Y roof rack

[jsnyd]

I was hoping my kayak would fit in the back of my MY, but alas it looks like I will need to purchase the roof rack. Does anyone have experience with this rack? If so, can you share how easy it is to install and remove, as I would prefer not to keep it up between uses. Any other info about your experiences would be appreciated.

 

[Nairb]

I assume this is a pretty short whitewater or sit on top kayak? What about using a hitch mounted cargo carrier if the boat isn't too much longer than the car is wide?

There are a number of threads on mounting the Y rack and some youtube videos as well:

60 x 20 in. 750 lb Steel Hitch-Mount Cargo Carrier | Princess Auto


Edit - Something like this for the cargo carrier usage. He also tests to see if the cable at a supercharger will reach when backing in:

 

[jsnyd]

Thanks for the video link.
My kayaks are sit-in boats and are too long (10' and 8') to fit in the back, even with seats down.

 

[Nairb]

The Sylvansport Go Easy is quite a bit more than the roof rack, but is another option. Your standard small utility trailer would work as well, but might be heavier than the Go

GO Easy Adventure Utility Trailers | SylvanSport


This guy towed the larger pop up tent version of Sylvansport trailer with an X from Toronto to Wyoming without consumption or charging issues.

Edit - He also has a folding sit on top kayak he has stored inside the X for that trip. See the 2:35 mark in the video

Best Folding Kayaks Reviewed For 2020 | How To Choose & Build (Oru)

 

[Ctuna]

Yep it would be better to carry things inside.
But if you do a sport regularly you don't want to compromise on the kind
of equipment you use. Trailers are big pain to drive with.
Also I am seeing some reviews of Glass Roof Cracking on the Model 3
with this type of J Hook connection for the Roof Rack.
I have heard anything from 15 to 40 percent range reduction with
loading on the racks.