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The Malone HandiRack inflatable rooftop car rack offers all the benefits of a traditional roof rack with none of the disadvantages. The world's first inflatable roof rack, the HandiRack is ultra-convenient.
When you're ready to transport your paddleboard, surfboard, kayak, or snowboard, simply remove the HandiRack from your trunk, give it a few quick pumps from the included double-action Handi Pump, and fit it on your vehicle. Within a couple of minutes, you'll have a secure, protective roof rack with a capacity of 180 pounds. Use it in the summer, winter, or any other time to carry your sports cargo, Ikea furniture, or luggage.
 The inflatable HandiRack rooftop rack is ideal for drivers who don't want to install a permanent roof rack. |
Made of 420-denier nylon with five D-ring anchor points, the HandiRack installs on nearly all vehicles, with the exception of vehicles fitted with side curtain airbags. The HandiRack measures 38 by 3.5 by 9.5 inches (W x H x D) when inflated and comes with a travel bag, load straps, and air pump.
About Malone Auto Racks
Malone is the fastest-growing rack accessory company in North America, with a track record of more than 10 years of industry leadership and innovation. The company's products are sold in more than 1,500 outdoor online and retail stores throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Europe. Malone operates from the coast of Maine, helping the company stay true to its mission and values. Everything Malone sells must be "simple to sell, simple to install, and simple to use." The company is built to enhance its customers' enjoyment of rivers, lakes, and oceans while minimizing their carbon footprint through aerodynamic transport design and complete material recycling.
Product Description
The Malone HandiRack™ inflatable roof top car rack offers all the benefits of a traditional roof rack with none of the disadvantages. It is the most convenient way to carry items on the roof of your vehicle. Keep the HandiRack in your trunk and within a couple of minutes it can be installed and loaded for transport. It's high quality construction allows it to carry loads up to 180 lbs.
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Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
48 of 48 people found the following review helpful
By A. Forero
I recently bought the Malone HandiRack inflatable roofrack. I opted over a permanent roofrack basically because there are no Thule or Yakima racks that will fit my Saturn car. So I thought I'd give this one a shot, plus I also thought that if I ever needed to carry something on my wife's car (or for that matter, my friend's or parent's car), I could easily use this rack as well. Plus given that roofracks create drag, then your gas mileage can go down, so I thought it would be another plus, that I can remove the rack easily.
So I used the rack 2 weekends ago to carry my 2 windsurf boards to Cape Hatteras. The rack was easy to inflate and relatively easy to attach to the roof. Given that it was my first time doing it, and I read the directions carefully, so I'd say it took me about 20 minutes. However, next time I have to attach it my roof, it should go a lot quicker and will probably take me only 5 minutes. After my trip, I left the rack inflated in my garage so that I don't have to inflate it again the next time.
The only drawback I saw with the rack was also mentioned in another Amazon review, and also in the Roof-rack instructions, and it is the issue with water seeping into the car if it rains. While in Cape Hatteras, I left the rack attached, and one night it rained really hard the whole night. The next morning water had seeped in and the car seats were wet. Not all seats were equally wet. One of the seats was wetter than the others because of the way I had attached the rack on that door. I left too much of the protective fabric going over the door seal. The instructions did mention that the rain problem can be avoided if you fold back the fabric so that it doesn't go over the door seal. The other seats where the fabric was folded back were no as wet. Anyways, if you want to avoid the rain issue, either fold back the fabric, or simply disconnect the rack overnight.
The rain problem mentioned doesn't seem to be an issue when you're driving. On the way back home it started raining hard while we were driving, but no water seeped in because I had folded back the fabric and also because the forward motion of the car keeps the water from going straight down through the door seal. We did get 1 or 2 drops, but it wasn't a big issue, we just dried the drops as we saw them appearing.
As far as carrying my 2 windsurf boards, the rack did fine and I have no complaints. We drove for about 5 hours, at a maximum speed of 75 miles-per-hour on certain highways. The inflatable tubes appear very durable and seem like they can carry a lot more weight than I put on there. The instructions say you can carry up to 180kg (I think that's about 360 lbs).
So if you have no other option for a roof rack because no company makes one that fits your car, or you only use roof racks once in a while, or if you like the fact that you can transfer the rack to any car, or if you like the look of your car without any roof rack on top, or if you'd like to keep your gas mileage down,...... then I'd say this is a good buy.
So I used the rack 2 weekends ago to carry my 2 windsurf boards to Cape Hatteras. The rack was easy to inflate and relatively easy to attach to the roof. Given that it was my first time doing it, and I read the directions carefully, so I'd say it took me about 20 minutes. However, next time I have to attach it my roof, it should go a lot quicker and will probably take me only 5 minutes. After my trip, I left the rack inflated in my garage so that I don't have to inflate it again the next time.
The only drawback I saw with the rack was also mentioned in another Amazon review, and also in the Roof-rack instructions, and it is the issue with water seeping into the car if it rains. While in Cape Hatteras, I left the rack attached, and one night it rained really hard the whole night. The next morning water had seeped in and the car seats were wet. Not all seats were equally wet. One of the seats was wetter than the others because of the way I had attached the rack on that door. I left too much of the protective fabric going over the door seal. The instructions did mention that the rain problem can be avoided if you fold back the fabric so that it doesn't go over the door seal. The other seats where the fabric was folded back were no as wet. Anyways, if you want to avoid the rain issue, either fold back the fabric, or simply disconnect the rack overnight.
The rain problem mentioned doesn't seem to be an issue when you're driving. On the way back home it started raining hard while we were driving, but no water seeped in because I had folded back the fabric and also because the forward motion of the car keeps the water from going straight down through the door seal. We did get 1 or 2 drops, but it wasn't a big issue, we just dried the drops as we saw them appearing.
As far as carrying my 2 windsurf boards, the rack did fine and I have no complaints. We drove for about 5 hours, at a maximum speed of 75 miles-per-hour on certain highways. The inflatable tubes appear very durable and seem like they can carry a lot more weight than I put on there. The instructions say you can carry up to 180kg (I think that's about 360 lbs).
So if you have no other option for a roof rack because no company makes one that fits your car, or you only use roof racks once in a while, or if you like the fact that you can transfer the rack to any car, or if you like the look of your car without any roof rack on top, or if you'd like to keep your gas mileage down,...... then I'd say this is a good buy.
34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
By G. Cavallo
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Upon discovering that an aftermarket roof rack and kayak kit was going to place me in the $5-600.00 arena I opted to buy this inflatable one. I had my doubts about being able to cruise the highways at 70mph with a 14 foot kayak on the roof of my Murano without incident or traffic fine. Turns out this HandiRack can handle the job just fine. I have used them for several trips now with great success hauling 12 and 14 foot kayaks. I lash the kayaks across the tops and tie down the bow and stern with 3/8" parachute cord and quick release niteize figure9 carabineers. But bear in mind that with convenience and price comes a couple of down sides. 1) - As stated, rain will seep in your car when you are stationary. I read and knew this and still left the car out over night in a down pour with the racks on, took two days and two fans for seats to dry out. 2)- Fine dirt and sand collects between the racks and your paint job. I have recently noticed the abrasive style wear marks on the roof. They may buff out or they may be a permanent "characteristic" representing my outdoor lifestyle (at least that's what I'm selling myself). I decided to make felt pads which will Velcro onto the bottoms of these when I place them on the car for future use. Other than this these are a great alternative to those who are in need of frugal substitute for a genuine roof rack.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By G. Wood
I have had for three summers of use so far and it is still in great shape. I use it to hold a 12.5 foot kayak on my nissan altima. It stays put with just the 2 cinch straps ( it does wobble a little but never had a problem with it slipping) at 60 miles an hour but any faster i would use come alongs on the front and back as well as for long rides. There have been some scratches on my roof from sand getting underneath it but i dont care there not that bad. On average i take my Kayak out 30+ times a summer and it still holds air tight, has never leaked, or let me down. Sometimes water will leak in the car if its raining. Other items i have strapped to it were a wheel barrel, mini fridge, coffee table, dresser, and a 14 foot Raddison Canoe. Its limit is well over 125lbs. I love this and when it goes(no time soon im sure) i will get another. Oh i almost forgot the pump that comes with it is awesome and can be used for a lot of other inflatables as well.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great product, great price
Used it for 2 road trips with a 10 foot 5 in SUP on top of my 2002 Honda Accord. Easy to install (I am petite female and it took me less then 15 min to inflate and attach) and held... Read more
Published 7 days ago by Shannon Fitzgerald
1.0 out of 5 stars
Waste of Money
Not only a big waste of money, but also you'll be inconvienenced when the bladders go flat.
3rd time I used it, I set it up and loaded the kayak at 9:30AM. Read more
3rd time I used it, I set it up and loaded the kayak at 9:30AM. Read more
Published 1 month ago by bluetrail2
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for a car rental!
My son used the Handirack on his Honda Accord to tote around his 16' long pole vault case when he cannot borrow my SUV. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Paul Hunter
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nice holder
A very nice product, and it helps me to hold my stuff on my car. I like it so much.
Published 1 month ago by Pen Name
1.0 out of 5 stars
Faulty Inflatable Rack
This rack does not live up to the claims of being able hold the appropriate weight or being sturdy. I only use this for my 70-lb kayak and it failed because of air leakage, not... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Albert Chang
3.0 out of 5 stars
Was okay for short hall, but not a long hall in the rain.
Bought this to carry skis from Texas to Colorado. Car roof did not have racks so I need something I could put directly on the roof. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sharon E. Franklund
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great product!
Great product for carrying my windsurfing equipment. Using it for short distances and it works great.
Definitely recommending it .
Definitely recommending it .
Published 2 months ago by Gur Mitzafon
4.0 out of 5 stars
This is one of those items that looks like it wouldnt work, then it...
Carried a kayak on my Mini (approx 90 pounds when filled with gear) without incident. They take a minute or two to figure out, but they work without problems.
Published 4 months ago by William DYer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great rack for car!
I had been searching for a car rack that i could put my SUP on without having a permanant rack on top my car. This is perfect and just what I was looking for! Read more
Published 4 months ago by Greg Rein
5.0 out of 5 stars
Handirack is handy.
This is a well engineered product that can turn any vehicle roof into a carrier...in my case my 75 pound canoe. Easy to attach, easy to remove.
Published 4 months ago by Jerome McCann
