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Also available: Yakima Mako Aero Saddles
*includes universal mounts for attaching directly to factory racks
The 04037 Yakima Mako Saddles Kayak Rack has a universal form fitting cradle that fits snugly to all types of kayak hulls. Very flexible when loading a kayak then firmly grips for a super secure hold during transport. Yakima Mako Saddles kayak rack now includes Yakima Mako Pads too, allowing for easier sliding of kayak into saddles and also premium kayak hull protection. Connects directly to Yakima base rack cross bars, Thule square load bars & Inno Car Rack crossbars. Fits Whispbar Through, Flush and Rail cross bars using Yakima MightyMount 32H snap-arounds and Whispbar HD crossbars using Yakima MightyMount 34H snap-arounds. Also when used in combination with a set of Yakima Horizontal MightyMounts or Universal Mighty Mounts (not included; see accessory add-ons below) the Mako Saddles will connect to virtually all factory rack cross bars, Thule AeroBlade bars & Xsporter truck rack bars etc. (Yakima Mako Aero Saddles include universal mounts for attaching directly to factory racks.) One Yakima heavy-duty strap and one Yakima Bow/Stern tie-down strap included with each pair of Mako saddles.
PLEASE NOTE: The Yakima Mako Saddles are sold as a 1/2 set (one pair), providing you the option to combine the Mako 1/2 set with the Yakima HullyRollers 1/2 set (one pair) for effortless single-person kayak loading or using a full set (two pair) of Mako Saddles when kayak loading is not a primary concern.
- Yakima Mako Saddles kayak rack fits all kayak hull shapes using an ergonomic, form-fitting cradle that firmly grips the boat for secure and worry-free transport.
- Yakima Mako Saddles kayak rack now includes Yakima Mako Pads too, allowing for easier sliding of kayak into saddles and also premium kayak hull protection.
- Kayak slides easily on and off.
- When the included strap is tightened the Dynaflex pads lift to grip the kayak with a super tight hold.
- Connects directly to Yakima base rack cross bars, Thule square load bars & Inno Car Rack crossbars. Also the Mako Saddles will connect to virtually all factory rack cross bars, Thule Racks AeroBlade load bars, Thule Xsporter truck racks etc. when used in combination with a set of Yakima Universal MightyMounts or Horizontal Mighty Mounts (not included; see accessory add-ons below). (Yakima Mako Aero Saddles include universal mounts for attaching directly to factory racks.)
- Fits Whispbar Through, Flush and Rail cross bars using Yakima MightyMount 32H snap-arounds and Whispbar HD crossbars using Yakima MightyMount 34H snap-arounds.
- Sold as a half set so you can either make a full set with Yakima HullyRollers (not included; see accessory add-ons below) mounted to the rear base rack crossbar or add another pair of Makos for a full set to carry one kayak.
- Long lasting stainless steel hardware.
- The included heavy-duty strap has an innovative quick release chuck, for easy removal when not in use. Padded buckle also protects both vehicle and boat from scratches.
- One Yakima Bow/Stern tie-down strap included for total transport safety.
- Easy-to-follow Yakima 4037 Mako Saddles installation instructions manual included.
- Yakima Racks Lifetime Warranty!
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Product Reviews
Read the reviews below to find out what other customers are saying about the Yakima Racks 04037 Mako kayak carrier cradles.
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Great All The Way Around!
this Yakima Mako kayak saddles review by Reif
vehicle year/make/model: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
item(s) transported: Kayak, TT Bikes, MTB Bikes
Da-dunt...Da-dunt...Da-dunt...Da-dunt...Da-dunt...Da-dunt.Da-dunt.Da-duntDa-duntDa-dunt! The MAKO is a Killer product and ORS Racks Direct provided Killer selection and customer service - Thank you! Great all the way around! I will be back to buy what I need soon. You are my supplier of choice.
Product Discussion
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Tim asks - Can I use the Yakima Universal Mighty Mounts with the Yakima Mako Saddles and Hully Rollers on 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser factory rack crossbars so I can carry my Native Watercraft 14.5 Ultimate kayak?
ORS Crew answers - Unfortunately the Yakima Mako Saddles & Hully Roller with Universal Mighty Mount clamps will not work on the 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser cross bars. No kayak racks are directly compatible with those cross bars. You will need to first install a multi-purpose base rack system on the factory side rails. This will provide the cross bars to enable you to then connect any kayak carriers. The Yakima RailGrab roof rack kit system (includes a set of four Yakima RailGrab Towers and a pair of 58 inch cross bars with end caps) is highly recommended. You can then attach any kayak carriers, including the Yakima Mako Saddles – HullyRoller kayak rack combo to the RailGrab crossbars.
JMorris asks - I want to carry a Necky Spike kayak and maybe another Old Town Otter tandem kayak on a 2006 Honda Civic 4-door sedan. Would the Hully Roller-Mako Saddles system be a good choice? Do I also need the Q Towers base rack?
ORS Crew answers - This is an excellent choice for a 2006 Honda Civic hybrid kayak rack system to carry the Necky Spike and Old Town Otter tandem kayaks. You will need to first install the Yakima Q Towers base rack (includes Q Towers, pair of Q99 and pair of Q131 clips and pair of 58 inch cross bars). Then attach two complete sets of Mako Saddles and Hully Rollers to the cross bars to carry the 2 kayaks.
Mitch Olson asks - I've got a 2002 Honda Civic with two Wilderness Systems kayaks. Both are Pamlico, one 100 and one 120. We have a Yakima rack with the Big Stack carrier, but we're not 100% happy with it. We want to go instead with Mako Saddles (and also possibly Hully Rollers) but aren't sure whether or not they would fit on our rack. Can it be done?
ORS Crew answers - The Big Stack is definitely less than ideal for those styles of kayaks. You are way better off with the Mako Saddles and/or Hully Rollers set up. You can totally make this happen on your current Yakima rack on your 2002 Honda Civic rooftop. The only issue to consider is that you will need the longer 58 inch length crossbars to allow enough room to carry the two kayaks side by side. Not sure what your current length cross bars are.
RUN/KAYAK GIRL asks - I am using these saddles and the HullyRoller kayak rollers on my 2010 Lexus 450h rooftop. However, there doesn't seem to be any convenient points located underneath the car for attaching the Bow-Stern tie downs to the front and back of the 2010 Lexus 450h. Any ideas?
ORS Crew answers - Thule Racks offers excellent accessories for providing bow and stern tie-down points on cars that do not have them integrated into the underside of the vehicle. The Thule 530 Quick Loop is the easist to use on both the front and back of the car.
Product Videos
ORS Racks Direct Demonstration Video featuring the Yakima Racks Mako Saddles & Hully Roller kayak rack combination. Movie includes Yakima Racks Mako Saddles & HullyRollers kayak rack product demo, features etc. This kayak rack combination quickly mounts directly to Yakima round bars or Inno Racks & Thule square load bars. Connects to virtually all factory roof rack cross bars when used with the optional Yakima MightyMounts adapters. A very easy loading kayak rack system especially when just one person is doing the loading and is compatible with all kayak styles. The pair of Yakima Mako Saddles mounts to front crossbar, and the pair of Yakima Hully Rollers mounts to rear crossbar. Heavy duty straps and bow-stern tie-down straps also included.
Yakima Racks Official Mako Saddle / HullyRoller Video
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Customer Installation Pictures
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| Saab 95 Kayak Roof Rack with Yakima HullRaiser Aero, Mako Aero Saddles and ShowBoat Roller | |
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1998 Saturn SL2 Kayak Roof Rack using Yakima Q Towers, Q67 - Q68 Clips & Mako Saddles | | |
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Accessories
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Yakima Kayak Racks - 2013 Yakima HullyRollers for Car Roof Racks - 8004035 | | 2013 Thule 854 Water Slide Mat - Canoe Rack / Kayak Rack Accessory |
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Yakima MightyMount 32H (8003532) - set of four MightyMounts for Attaching Certain Yakima Gear Carriers to Whispbar Rail, Through & Flush Bar Crossbars | | Yakima MightyMount 34H (8003534) - set of four MightyMounts for Attaching Certain Yakima Gear Carriers to Whispbar HD Cross Bars |
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Yakima MightyMounts (8003590) - 2013 Yakima Universal Mighty Mounts Clamps for Factory Roof Rack Cross Bars etc. | | Yakima Mighty Mounts (Horizontal) Clamps for Converting Factory Racks to Multi-sport Car Racks |
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Yakima Racks Canoe Locks & Kayak Locks - 2013 Yakima BoatLocker Boat Lock - 8007237 | | Canoe-Kayak Lasso Security Cable System - Kayak Lock / Canoe Lock for Roof Racks |
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2013 Yakima RipCord Locking Cargo Straps (one pair) - Lockable Universal Heavy-Duty Rack Straps for Surfboards, SUP, Boats, Ladders, Luggage etc. - 8004048 | | Lashlock Car Roof Rack Locking Systems - Looking for kayak locks, canoe locks or surfboard locks? - The Lash Lock is your answer |
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2013 Yakima Accessory Lock Housing for Non-Locking Rack Attachments - 8007220 | | Thule Roof Rack Accessories - 2013 Thule 232 Step Up Wheel Step |
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Wall Kayak Hangers - 2013 Riverside Kayak Hanger (also a sailboard, SUP, surfboard & ladder hanger) | | Malone Garage Wall-Mount Racks - 2013 Malone JDock Hybrid Kayak Hanger & Multi-Gear Storage Rack - MPG317 |
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Yakima Spare Parts & Replacement Parts for All Yakima Racks |
ORDERING NOTES
If loading kayak from the rear of the vehicle we highly recommend the Thule 854 Water Slide Mat (not included; see accessory add-ons above) for simultaneously protecting your vehicle and also gaining extra assistance when loading and unloading a boat.
Attaches directly to Yakima round cross bars, Inno crossbars and Thule square load bars. Also when used in combination with Yakima Horizontal or Universal Mighty Mounts (not included; see accessory add-ons above) the Mako Saddles will connect to virtually all factory rack crossbars and Thule Racks AeroBlade bars. Fits Whispbar Through, Flush and Rail cross bars using Yakima MightyMount 32H snap-arounds and Whispbar HD crossbars using Yakima MightyMount 34H snap-arounds. At order checkout we will obtain your vehicle year/make/model info to ensure compatibility. We also recommend using our handy Yakima Fit-Order Guide below to verify compatibility.
PLEASE NOTE: The Yakima Mako Saddles are sold as a 1/2 set (one pair), providing you the option to combine the Mako 1/2 set with the Yakima HullyRollers 1/2 set (one pair) for effortless single-person kayak loading or using a full set (two pair) of Mako Saddles when kayak loading is not a primary concern.
We highly recommend the Yakima BoatLocker, Kayak Lasso, SteelCore locking straps or the Lashlock kayak lock system (all sold separately; see accessory add-ons above) to protect your boat from theft.
We recommend purchasing Yakima Accessory Lock Housing (not included; see accessory add-ons above) to lock Mako Saddles to your base rack crossbars. Each Yakima Lock Housing unit requires one Yakima SKS lock core.
QUICK ORDERING SOLUTION
Alternatively, we suggest using our easy Yakima Racks automated fit guide to quickly order the correct multi-purpose base roof rack system and/or kayak carriers if you don't have one already installed:
