Carrying A Canoe Without A Roof Rack

This probably won t work for longer kayaks over 12 ft but if you have a shorter kayak it could be a great alternative to buying a roof rack.

Carrying a canoe without a roof rack.

If you don t have a roof rack there are still other options out there for you. They re grippy so the canoe won t slide around on your roof and 4 blocks can balance a canoe nicely on even a small car. A roof rack is ideal as it provides the most secure tie down. It also reduces the risk of damaging your vehicle.

If you like the idea of carrying your kayak on the roof of your vehicle but are lacking the necessary side rails cross bars needed for a roof rack then a foam car top carrier is a great solution. If you don t want to get a roof rack there are these beautiful and cheap foam canoe blocks that easily attach onto the gunwale side edges of the canoe. You can do this with a variety of tie down straps. Another option for transporting your kayak without a roof rack is to make use of your hatchback or third row seat if you happen to drive an suv.

Transporting a kayak without a roof rack things you ll need. If your vehicle has a roof rack you have one of the best situations for tying down a canoe. 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. 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.