Ok, do your homework and have the right kayak - now you have to take a different decision. How are you going to transport your kayak again?
Some kayaks are heavy and bulky - especially rigged fishing kayaks. Have some thoughts on what the best method for the transfer for you, your kayak, and the vehicle will be taken. Create different situations for different vehicles to fight. For example, if you have a vehicle very high, it may not be practical for you to charge yourKayak on the roof - perhaps a trailer the way to go, or a Hullavator. Maybe you have a medical problem or an injury that prevents you from lifting a kayak. Or maybe not just want to lift a 60 + pound kayak over your head. All these questions can be addressed.
Let's look at some of the different methods of going to your kayak (s) to carry.
Methods of transport
Rack Systems
Most kayaks can transport needs with the addition of an exhaust after-sales rack are met. A rackincludes the bar and feet (adapter) that secure the system to your specific vehicle. The beams can be used alone or can serve as a basis for further carrier and kayaking accessories. The most commonly used systems are made by Thule and Yakima. These types of racks provide the capability and are the safest way to transport your kayak on a vehicle.
Factory Racks
Many vehicles with factory bars (usually the elongated flat) are coming in and you can work well to transmitYour kayak and can usually be mounted on kayaks more carriers, but they lack the capacity and long-term strength of a good after-market rack systems. So if you need more kayaking or even take a kayak single heavy investing in a good rack system will be the best solution.
Foam blocks
This method is something like kayaking tape transport approach. With this system, the foam blocks are placed on the roof of the car and the kayak is related to the foam sandwichbetween the roof and kayaking. The foam core blocks are so popular is that they are a very economical transport. However, to be paid to ensure that the kayak properly to avoid problems or damage to the kayak and / or vehicle can be insured.
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Auto transport system with foam block
Trailers: This is quickly becoming a viable alternative for people who set aside or for the family, an easy way to carry the fleet must be tired. ManyTrailers are well made, ideal for kayaking, and in some cases can cost in the vicinity of an aftermarket rack system. We recommend towing Trailex.
Trailex kayaking is a version that is light enough to hang up and use as a dolly for the right to water. For those who want to carry more than a kayak, but also multi-kayak trailer.
Rack Accessories
Rack Pads
Rack pads were originally designed for surfboards, but also work for kayaking. The wrap around the padFactory or aftermarket rods and are held there with velcro closures. Rack pads are a very good choice if you do carry kayaks down (the area of the seats in front of the roof), face down, the burden on the railing (the strongest part of the kayak) and how to recommend ways Kayak many companies, or distorting the kayak to avoid damaging the hull wear.
Pros: as blocks of foam, may be set up very cheap, especially if you already have bars on your vehicle.Unlike the blocks of foam pad racks can not fly out of the vehicle.
Cons: Pads are usually not very filling and can affect a couple of kayaks, when the hull down, or tighten, carries the straps.
Cribs and saddles: a very popular way to get a kayak designed to carry the kayak right side up (as in water) to wear. Some examples are the Thule Set-To-Go and Seawing Malone.
Pro: These kayaks tend to position and protect the hull from damage.These systems are generally good with other devices that help in your kayak on your vehicle, such as rolling and sliding pad (more on this later).
Disadvantages: These fittings are designed to transport your kayak right, not the ideal way to avoid distortion, but with care you will not be a problem. Also, if you move two kayaks, cradles limit the space used to do on your rack.
J-Carrier: These work your kayak (s) on their sideJa shaped rack.
Pros: J-carrier work well with the kayak hull to protect it from damage during the tightening of belts. They will also maximize the roof for additional kayaks and other accessories allow.
Disadvantages: Can be difficult to get the kayak on top of the vehicle and in a lateral position of the J-carrier operation, especially if the vehicle is large. Also be careful about parking, because the additional height could be a problem. Some examples of J-winners are: Thule Hullaport and MaloneAutoloader.
Types of vehicle
Cars
In particular, 2-door cars - cars with short roofs can be a challenge. The shorter the distance between the beams / bar that is less secure system. Always use bow and stern lines during transport by car or a vehicle with a cycle of low roof - one of our favorites is the Thule Quickdraw.
While foam blocks will work, you should use a rack on your car - that will make life easier, protect the roof of your car andThey leave more space for accessories and equipment. Most manufacturers make special racks rack adapter for 2-door car with a roof shorter. Thule and Yakima both make a good system for cars.
SUVs and minivans
The roof is part of a mini SUV or a van you have some advantages compared to passenger cars, but at some point the added height of an SUV can always be your kayak on top a bit 'more difficult. Most of the SUV with the factory grills that work well, come and get most of the carrier to transport kayaksAccessories. Factory rack systems have weight limits, but most can be 1 or 2 medium-light kayaks easily handle.
One popular way is by two kayaks with a factory-installed on a system of transport in a J-type carriers and other means of transport or flat face down on the bar. You can really maximize the space with the help of two J-vector.
Of course, the addition of a rack system as an SUV or minivan will offer space for accessories and load capacity. Note: 'OK, if the radiusextend above the roof. By law you can extend as far as side mirrors. This method works well on tall vehicles, the less sure you will not hit their heads on the ends of the bars when you enter or exit the vehicle.
Pickup Trucks
Nothing is easier than tape with the kayak in the bed of a pickup truck and drove off. If the kayak is hanging over the end of the tailgate, you must hang a flag on it for safety. Another option, which makes this methodtransport operations safer and more practical is a bed extender. An extender is a device that plugs into a standard 2 - on vehicles, and will be up to 4 'more support from the kayaks. (An extension can also be reconfigured to support your kayak on the bed, with one end resting on the roof of the cab and the other on the extender in an upright position.)
Helpers and Load Assist Devices
No matter what system you are still physically put the kayak or on it.That can be difficult and uncomfortable at first, but you will see that it becomes easier with repetition, and finally find what works best for you and your situation. But it hurts a little help. So here's a list of products that can help make the weight a bit '.
Thule Hydro Glide helps when you load your kayak from one end of the vehicle and also serves to keep the kayak during transport. The kayak glides easily covered on pads.
Thule RollerCoaster, a roller attached to a set of pliers that allows you to push the kayak on the roof of the rear of the vehicle.
Loading bars: Thule, and other companies make a bar that extends so you can lift one end of the kayak on the bar and then lift the other side on your rack. Thule is the Outrigger
Assist Lift Accessories: companies now that will help your kayak to the roof. One such product is the Hullavator Thule, the hydraulic supportRack folds on the side of the vehicle in which the kayak is loaded at waist level and it all works again on the roof with the help of mechanical aids - Nice! We have had many customers tell us that without this system would not be able to continue kayaking because of physical limitations caused by age or injury. Sure it's expensive, but worth every penny.
Roller Loader: This little gadget works that will help your kayak on your vehicle. It is basically aDolly, the designs on the back of your car and kayak or just off.
Very low-tech option is particularly good with the mini-vans, SUV and station wagon is secured a rubber bath mat. On the back end of a vehicle and the place to kayak on the carpet and slide on the rack - just on the mat (so you do not push back with rubber bottom), instead. Here's a video is downloaded from a kayak with a bath mat.
Transportation Guidelines:
Please enter theKayak a good push and pull to make sure before you leave, you are safe. As a general rule, if the vehicle can not move the kayak on the perch, you are beautiful rock. If the kayak glides back and forth on the bars or support when you need to go back and tighten the straps.
When using any media with auto-locking buckles, always half a beat after the lashing strap to ensure that even if the buckle releases the strap will not come to lose.
When using ratchetFlagellation style is very easy to over tighten and cause damage to the kayak. So make sure that the kayak is narrow, but do not overdo it.
When transported in a pickup bed flat places to choose not to kayak, you can not solve - such as handles. It is advisable to pass the straps through the holes to blast the tie and kayaks in the bed of the truck.
Some cars may roofs / affecting the use of compressed foam blocks, these bumps usually pop up again. Always try toFoam blocks placed at the top of the roof (this will be the areas closest to the front and rear)
Also, if you determine that a portion of your kayak is to contact the roof, after dragging down, then place a piece of carpet or upholstery gives a good idea to protect your car from scratches.
Remove the racks and kayaks, your MPG vehicles. If you do not agree with your rack on a regular basis, can be a good idea to remove them. Rack systems for quality, asfrom Thule and Yakima are often easy to remove with the turn of a key. (Bar may also be in the vehicle so that they should still be useful, but is not that your needs)
With the proper equipment and techniques, loading, transporting and unloading your kayak is highly maneuverable.
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