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Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles

SKU: YAKMKS

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2015-12-17T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Mako Saddles

I chose these saddles for their large surface area distributing the load over a larger section of the hull. I strapped the boat to the saddles as Yakima recommends by going around the hull through the saddle. I noticed that the boat moved around a lot while on the road since the saddles have a lot of flexibility in their attachment to the racks. This acts like a suspension cushioning the boat but allowing for more movement than I was comfortable with. I now use a second strap over the boat down to the rack which has solved the movement problem. I am now very satisfied with the system and I don't mind setting up the second strap. I have two pairs of saddles front and rear. I use the Hulley Rollers to load the boat from the rear over my trucks camper shell onto the two front racks.

David

2013-06-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Saddles work great

Very nice fit....easy to use. Holds kayak secure. Nice setup

Barry R.

2013-05-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Dependable, love the new upgrades

Just added the fourth boat to my kayak fleet. Previously had the mako for my plastic sea kayak and have used them for about 10 years. They are still going strong. Bought another set to carry my wooden kayak. Appreciated the felt pads to protect the finish. The "new" single strap system is a nice upgrade for my prior version. Looking forward to many years of use out if the new set.

JPS

2012-06-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

cargo is safe and secure

Fits my boat like a glove. After straps are secured tightly, my boat isn't going anywhere until I get to the water:) I really like that security.

Blue D.

2011-09-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fits like a glove

I place an inflated Zodiac upside-down and take it off from the back of my SUV. The saddles fit perfectly.

LenG

2011-05-25T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Super carrier for either of my boats.

I adjust carrier for either the 17' or the 11' kayak. Works great for both!

Tim

2010-10-19T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

The one I use

The Mako is great for fiberglass/kevlar boats. Lots of suport area and very secure. My boats have traveled from Maryland to the gulf of Maine in Mako's at sea in all conditions.

Highlander

Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles Specifications

  • Type Boat

    Rigid Hull Plastic Kayaks

  • Dimensions (Disassembled)

    (H x W x L) 6.5" x 8" x 10" (16.5cm x 20.3cm x 25.4cm)

  • Unit Weight

    3lbs (1.36kg)

  • UPC Code

    736745040376

About Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles

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Saddles work great

By Barry R.

Very nice fit....easy to use. Holds kayak secure. Nice setup

Dependable, love the new upgrades

By JPS

Just added the fourth boat to my kayak fleet. Previously had the mako for my plastic sea kayak and have used them for about 10 years. They are still going strong. Bought another set to carry my wooden kayak. Appreciated the felt pads to protect the finish. The "new" single strap system is a nice upgrade for my prior version. Looking forward to many years of use out if the new set.

The Yakima Mako Saddles cradle your kayak's hull with soft, grippy pads to keep it in place during transport. This half-set is the ideal companion to the Hulley-Rollers (sold separately see SKU: YAKHR), providing a firm support once your boat is loaded. Or combine two Mako Saddle half-sets for a reliable car top kayak carrier. The Mako Kayak Saddles connect to round or square bars. A pair of Yakima Mako Saddles supports one end of your boat. The soft, grippy saddle Dynaflex pads flex and hold your kayak in place without scratching it. Saddle pads flex to fit any rigid hull shape. A soft polyester pad with a self adhesive back attaches to the saddle protecting the finish on your boat. The Mako Kayak Saddles includes one 16' (40.64cm) Yakima padded Heavy Duty Strap for tie-down and 1 Bow/Stern Tie Down. The Saddles measure (H x W x L) 6.5" x 8" x 10" (16.5cm x 20.3cm x 25.4cm), weighs 3lbs (1.36kg), come with instruction sheet and are covered by a limited lifetime warranty.

Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles Features

  • Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles
  • Saddles Cradle Kayak's Hull with Soft, Grippy Pads
  • Keeps Kayak in Place During Transport
  • Half-Set: Ideal Companion to Hulley-Rollers (sold separately see SKU: YAKHR)
  • Provide Firm Support Once Boat is Loaded
  • Combine 2-Mako Saddle Half-Sets for Reliable Car Top Kayak Carrier
  • Connect to Round or Square Bars
  • Pair of Yakima Mako Saddles Supports One-End of Boat
  • Soft, Grippy Saddle Dynaflex Pads: Flex & Hold Kayak in Place w/o Scratching
  • Saddle Pads Flex to Fit Any Rigid Hull Shape
  • Polyester Pad w/Self Adhesive Back: Attaches to Saddle, Protects Finish of Boat
  • Includes
    One 16' (40.64cm) Padded Heavy Duty Strap for Tie-Down
    1 Bow/Stern Tie Down
  • Dimensions: (H x W x L) 6.5" x 8" x 10" (16.5cm x 20.3cm x 25.4cm)
  • Weight: 24oz (42.5g)
  • Instruction Sheet
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty

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Key Features

  • Keeps kayak in place during transport
  • Soft, grippy, pads
  • Provides firm and stable support
  • Connects to round or square bars
  • Saddle pads flex to fit any rigid hull shape

What's in the box:

  • Set of 2 Yakima Mako Kayak Saddles and Instruction Sheet