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Malone Big Foot Pro™ Canoe Carrier
Malone is a fast-growing rack company committed to simple, high quality designs. This universal set securely fastens to any car's cross rails for versatile use.
Universal fit mounting jaws. Polycarbon platform attaches to a variety of factory cross rails. Corrosion-free. UV-resistant. Includes safety tie-down straps.
Racks/rails sold separately.
Platform Carrier
Universal
Canoes
Universal
2.5 pounds
Best Value
Canoe Car-Top Carrier Kit
Attwood specializes in highly reliable boating and marine products. This simple and convenient canoe carrying kit has everything you need to easily transport your canoe.
Inexpensive. No factory rack required – everything you need included. Quick and easy to set up.
Some users reported needing to replace some of the foam blocks after a few weeks.
Foam Carrier
Standard Cars
Canoes
Universal
1.6 pounds
Thule Portage Canoe Carrier 819
Thule makes it easy to live your passions with safe transport accessories. This universal carrier clips to your cross rack for simple, safe canoe transport.
Cushioned base pads. Ramped sides for easy loading. Weather-resistant. Includes center straps and bow/stern tie-down straps. Fits round bars and most factory racks.
Not completely universal. Requires a single reversible mounting bracket for most factory racks.
Crossbar Platform Carrier
Fits Round and Factory Racks
Canoes
Adjusts to Crossbars
4.7 pounds
TMS Pickup Truck Bed Extender
TMS specializes in heavy duty vehicle and sports accessories. This sturdy, adjustable extender rack gives you a place to rack your canoe on your pickup truck.
Adjustable length and width. Includes orange safety flag. Held together with quick-release pins. Reflective tape for visibility. Foldable side arms.
A small number of users said the design didn't easily line up with their truck.
Bed Extender
Pickup Trucks
Canoes & Small Boats
Any Size Pickup Truck
32 pounds
Inno Locking Carrier Rack System
Inno is all about innovative car rack technology, with a wide variety of options to choose from.
Universal mounting. Easy ratchet system. Protective board pads. Includes keys and locks. Rubber coated stainless steel cable strap.
Requires a mounting over 24 inches.
Crossbar Platform Carrier
Universal
Canoe, Kayak & SUP
Universal
13.18 pounds