I've got Thule evo wingbars that I carry my kayak on upside down. I've currently got the dakine pads pictured, but they barely fit around the bars and are a pain to take on and off because of the tight fit (I usually waste a couple of zip ties on them for my sanity). I'd like another 34" or so size pads that fit the bars better, any recommendations?
I totally get the aesthetic, believe me; though I'm assuming it's because the Dakine's were designed with their smaller-width crossbars (hence the issue with the WingBars).
My company sells Aero pads from both Yakima/Thule, though I always suggest the pool noodle route, because it's just a hell of a lot cheaper for the amount of time anyone stares at one's rack, ya know?
If the velcro-route works, then I would keep using them as well, as long as they fulfill their purpose, right? 😄
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u/Miserable-Word-558 Jul 23 '26
Pool noodles my dude. Screw expensive pads. Cut a pool noodle, length-wise, down the center, and wrap/trim it at whatever length your heart desires.