How To Get A Kayak On A Roof Rack By Yourself

Want to see a cool trick on how to load your kayak on top of a van suv or any other high vehicle.

How to get a kayak on a roof rack by yourself.

Rest one end of the kayak on your car then lift the other end. The best way to make your life easier when loading kayaks onto a roof rack is to set up the kayak in an advantageous position on the ground before lifting it. Tie down the first kayak. Lift one knee up to support the boat then lift the kayak over your head and place it on the cradles.

Move to the back stern of the kayak hold onto it then lift the stern and slide the entire kayak forward onto the rack. Now take the additional part of the strap and enter it into the middle of the rack and kayak hole space. This same method can work from the side of your car. Slide the kayak up onto your thighs while keeping your knees bent.

Bend your knees and grab the front of the cockpit with one hand and the back of the cockpit with the other. Then check out this simple way to load a kayak without an. If you are concerned about scratching your car or kayak place a towel on the roof or rack for protection. Put the first kayak on a roof rack upside down position.

This is the easiest way to get your heavy fishing kayak on top of your car or truck. For example those securing a kayak to crossbars should always start by flipping the kayak over so that it s face down.