I will cover the guide in three steps.
How to tie a kayak to roof.
Tying a kayak onto a car roof rack can be tricky.
How to tie down a kayak.
Put a kayak on a vehicle.
Show how to transport a kayak using a compact car without a roof rack at the best safety.
So you are going to get the detail and brief guide here.
Items you will need kayak.
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.
You have to follow the steps one by one.
We have put together a quick how to guide with some tips to help you tie down your kayak so you can get to your destination safely.
But it can be important to do it correctly to avoid damage to either your boat or your car or accidents while you re on the road.
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.
You ll pick the boat up by each end and place it on the rack.
Using cam straps is the simplest and fastest way to secure the boat.
Thread the straps through the front and back carry handles or toggles and secure each one to a tie down spot underneath your car either with a carabiner or a hook.
Bring the straps over the kayak or canoe.
Tie down a kayak.
Second i will cover the right method of tying your kayak to the roof rack and lastly explain how to tie down the bow and stern.
If you re solo there are a couple of options depending on your rack system.
The easiest way is with the help of a friend.
You should always tie down the bow and stern of your kayak especially if you are going to transport your kayak without a roof rack.
Show how to transport a kayak using a compact car without a roof rack at the best safety.
Kayak roof rack step 3.
To tie down a kayak place it right side up on your roof rack and center it.
Tie the straps down with cam buckles to secure the kayak.