Features:

• Rooftop kayak carrier with scoop-shaped cradle for easy loading
• Set of Dynaflex pads securely grip virtually any hull shape
• Padded buckle protects both boat and vehicle from scratches
• Bow/stern tie-down straps keep kayak incredibly stable
• Works with round, square, and most factory crossbars; 1-year warranty

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
Mako saddles are designed for stability and protection of sea kayaks, recreational and whitewater boats. (Sorry to disappoint those of you who saw the name and figured they were for riding sharks.)

Amazon.com Product Description:
Tired of pain-in-the-rear kayak carriers that take up a ton of space while functioning poorly? Turn to the Yakima Mako Saddles rooftop kayak carrier, which employs a scoop-shaped cradle design that fits virtually any hull shape. Suitable for sea kayaks, recreational kayaks, and whitewater boats, the carrier includes a set of Dynaflex pads that grip the boat hull securely, along with a tightening strap that gives you complete control over the grip. The padded buckle, meanwhile, protects both your boat and your vehicle from unsightly scratches.

Thanks to the bundled bow/stern tie-down straps, your kayak will stay incredibly stable whether you're cruising down a country road or a busy highway. An ideal companion for Yakima's HullyRollers or Multimount accessories, the carrier works with round, square, and most factory crossbars (the latter requires the Multimounts) and carries a one-year warranty.

Rating : - Description is deceptive
Advertised to be able to fit all luggage racks, including FACTORY racks. What the description does NOT tell you however is that you need to purchase almost another $60 worth of hardware or spend $400 on one of their racks for these saddles to work. I am sure they would work fine, but I had to return the items immediately. Amazon handled the return promptly and properly.