EverShine Folding Kayak Rack 4-Piece J-Bar Set, Up to 150 lbs Review
A folding 4-piece J-bar roof rack set that carries two kayaks on most crossbars, with a 150 lb tested capacity, quick-release folding, and straps included.
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Our verdict
The EverShine Folding rack set turns most crossbars into a two-kayak carrier: four J-bars (two pairs), four tie-down straps, and mounting hardware for $129.99, down from $139.99. The racks fold flat via a quick-release so a garaged car doesn't need them removed, foam and rubber contact points protect hulls, and the steel tube construction is tested to 150 lbs. Check your crossbars before buying — round bars are excluded, the bars need to sit at least 1.8" above the roof, and they must be at least 0.8" thick.
- Best for
- Paddlers who want a foldable roof rack for two kayaks, with straps included and a choice of steel finishes.
- Skip if
- Your crossbars are round, you ship outside the 48 continental US, or you might return a sale item.
Leader Accessories' EverShine Folding Kayak Rack is a 4-piece J-bar set — two pairs of racks — that mounts on a car's crossbars and carries up to two kayaks. It lists at $139.99 and sells for $129.99, in black powder-coated steel or stainless steel.
The racks are built from 22mm-diameter steel tube with 1.5mm walls and an 8.5" widening design, and the set is tested to hold up to 150 lbs with loads up to 8 feet long. The folding mechanism uses an ergonomic quick-release: the bars fold flat when not in use, so the vehicle keeps its garage clearance without the racks being removed. Foam padding and rubber pedals keep kayaks, canoes, surfboards, or SUPs from rubbing or scratching, and the set also works for ski and snowboards. The package includes the four racks, four tie-down straps, a set of mounting accessories, and assembly instructions.
Compatibility requires a quick measurement first: the racks fit square, factory, and aerodynamic crossbars but not round bars, the crossbar must sit at least 1.8" above the roof, and the bar itself must be at least 0.8" thick. On the logistics side, shipping covers the 48 continental US only — Alaska, Hawaii, PO Boxes, APO/FPO, and international orders are excluded. At $129.99 the order ships free (free shipping starts at $70, otherwise a flat $10), with 1-2 business days of processing and 2-6 in transit. Returns run 30 days, but since the rack is discounted, it's a sale item — and sale items aren't returnable.
What we liked
- Folds flat with a quick-release when not in use — no need to remove for garage clearance
- Carries two kayaks, and the set includes 4 tie-down straps
- Foam padding and rubber pedals protect hulls from scratches
- 150 lb tested capacity with an 8.5" widening design
- Black powder-coated and stainless steel variants resist weather
Worth noting
- Ships only within the 48 continental US — no Alaska, Hawaii, or international
- $139.99 crossed out to $129.99, and sale items are non-returnable
- Won't fit round crossbars, and needs crossbars at least 1.8" above the roof and 0.8" thick
Questions before you buy
How many kayaks does it carry?
The set includes 4 racks (2 pairs) for holding 2 kayaks, with 4 tie-down straps.
Do the racks have to be removed to park in a garage?
No — they fold flat with a quick-release, giving better clearance while still mounted.
Will it fit my crossbars?
It fits square, factory, and aerodynamic crossbars but not round bars; the crossbar should sit at least 1.8" above the roof and be at least 0.8" thick.
What's the weight limit?
150 lbs tested, per the listing.
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