Tie Kayaks To Roof Rack

Marcus from the bill jackson s paddling dept.

Tie kayaks to roof rack.

Note that some types of larger kayaks should not be used with roof racks. Demonstrates how to properly secure your kayak or sup to the roof rack of your vehicle. Secure your kayak to your roof. Run one of the straps.

Slide the kayak onto the roof rack with the cockpit facing upside down toward the roof of your car and center the cockpit of the kayak between the two bars of your car. Lift your kayak onto the roof rack on your car so it s right side up. If you don t haul your kayak frequently or if you don t have a roof rack a foam block carrier can be a great option. Hard roof rack step 1.

Check your manufacturer s instructions for details on your kayak. Inflatable racks inflatable roof racks require a slightly different tie down procedure than hard and soft racks as they do not have fastening points to loop the straps through. Once your kayak is in place on the roof of your vehicle open all the doors of your car. Make sure your kayak is centered on the roof rack with the heaviest section of the kayak.

Take the buckle of your cam strap and pass this over the top of your boat. Kayak carriers come in many different styles. With your padding in place on your crossbars or kayak carriers carefully. You may need someone to help you lift it.

Center your kayak on the roof rack. He discusses the import. Load your kayak onto your roof rack.