Leader Accessories EverShine Folding Kayak Rack, 4 PCS/Set J Bar, Up to 100 lbs Review
A folding J-bar roof rack set: 2 pairs (4 racks) for carrying two kayaks or SUPs, with 4 tie-down straps, rated to 100 lbs, and made from black powder-coated steel.
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Our verdict
The EverShine folding rack set carries two kayaks on 4 J-bar racks rated to 100 lbs, with padding to protect hulls and a quick-release fold for garage clearance. It fits square, oval, and flat crossbars but not round bars, and it ships only within the continental US.
- Best for
- Paddlers who want to carry two kayaks on a folding rail that clears the garage door.
- Skip if
- Your crossbars are round, or you are outside the 48 continental US.
This EverShine roof rack set is priced at $109.99 (down from $124.99) and includes 2 pairs -- 4 racks total -- so you can carry 2 kayaks. It also comes with 4 tie-down straps, a set of mounting accessories, and an assembly instruction.
The racks are built from 19mm diameter, 1.0mm thick steel tube with a black powder coat for durability and rust prevention, and they are tested to 100 lbs for safe transport. An ergonomic quick-release design lets you fold and raise the racks easily, and they fold flat when not in use for better garage clearance without removing them from the car.
Foam padding and a rubber pedal design reduce scratching and prevent kayaks or canoes from rubbing. The universal mounting fits most factory or aftermarket square, oval, and flat crossbars -- but not round bars -- and the racks carry kayaks, canoes, surfboards, ski boards, snowboards, and SUPs. The listing notes crossbars must sit at least 1.8" above the roof and be at least 0.8" thick.
Leader Accessories ships only within the 48 continental United States -- no Alaska, Hawaii, international, PO Box, or APO/FPO addresses. Orders of $70 or more ship free; otherwise shipping is a flat $10. Processing takes 1-2 business days and transit runs 2-6 business days. Returns are accepted within 30 days. Defective, wrong, or incomplete items get a prepaid return label, while personal-reason returns are at the buyer's expense. Exchanges are possible within 24 hours of ordering, before the item ships. Note that sale items and gift cards are excluded from returns under the policy, so this discounted price carries no return option.
What we liked
- Folds flat when not in use, so you can drive into the garage without removing the racks
- Ergonomic quick-release folding mechanism raises and lowers the J bars
- Foam padding and rubber pedals reduce scratching and keep kayaks from rubbing
- Multi-purpose: carries kayaks, canoes, surfboards, ski boards, snowboards, and SUPs, with 4 tie-down straps included
Worth noting
- Leader Accessories ships only within the 48 continental US (not Alaska, Hawaii, or international)
- Sale item: Leader Accessories' refund policy excludes sale items from returns
- Not compatible with round crossbars per the listing
- Requires crossbars at least 1.8" above the roof and at least 0.8" thick
Questions before you buy
How many kayaks can it carry?
The set includes 2 pairs (4 racks) for 2 kayaks.
Will it fit round crossbars?
No -- it is compatible with square, factory, and aerodynamic crossbars, but not round bars.
Does it fold up?
Yes, the racks fold flat when not in use for better garage clearance.
What is included in the package?
4 racks (2 pairs), 4 tie-down straps, a set of mounting accessories, and an assembly instruction.
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