How To Strap Kayaks To A Roof Rack

Note that some types of larger kayaks should not be used with roof racks.

How to strap kayaks to a roof rack.

A suitable roof rack. Transporting your kayak safely. 1 check if you have. Find everything you need for loading.

Specific kayak rack systems that attach to the crossbars and cradle the boat in j or v shaped forms are most secure. But after buying the best kayak for your needs and getting a compatible roof rack you ll need to know how to strap a kayak to a roof rack. Tie the straps down with cam buckles to secure the kayak. Strap the first kayak down to the roof rack.

You ll need two straps that are about 12 feet long or longer. Read our article on how to choose a cartop boat mount. Read more how to strap a kayak to a roof rack. Choose a kayak carrier the right kayak carrier for you depends on the size weight of your watercraft how many kayaks you want to transport and how convenient of a setup you prefer.

To tie down a kayak place it right side up on your roof rack and center it. Cam straps quickly and securely hold your kayak down. Check your manufacturer s instructions for details on your kayak. A helping hand to load the kayaks on the car.

The proper way to load a canoe onto a vehicle with an existing roof rack using cam straps bow and stern ties and foams. Throw the straps over the kayak and secure the straps. Place the second kayak on the roof rack. However keep in mind that you might have to improvise depending on your kayak type and roof rack.

Run 2 boat straps over the top of the kayak and them under the roof rack bars then bring the straps to the other side of the kayak and loop them under the roof rack bars on that side. Once the boat is on the roof of the car and the straps are around the bars pull the straps over the canoe or kayak to the other side of the roof rack to avoid car damage or even a broken window. How to strap two kayaks to a roof rack. As a new kayaker it can feel like there s a lot to learn and a lot of accessories to get your hands on.

Bring the straps over the kayak or canoe. Place the second kayak on the roof rack and push it up against the other one.