How To Strap Down A Kayak On A Roof Rack

Once the kayak is in position on the roof rack and the straps are laying over the kayak it is time to strap it down.

How to strap down a kayak on a roof rack. Straps like the rhino rack rrrbas2 are designed to secure. Loop one strap through around the attachment point on the bow. Read our article on how to choose a cartop boat mount. If you re using a kayak carrier you might find this has sufficient padding.

Cam straps quickly and securely hold your kayak down. Tie the straps down with cam buckles to secure the kayak. Kayak roof rack step 4 bring the straps around the crossbars and through the buckles. Ensure the straps are laying flat against the kayak and that they are not crossed.

If you don t have an attachment point on the kayak you have a couple of options. Specific kayak rack systems that attach to the crossbars and cradle the boat in j or v shaped forms are most secure. 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. Whichever tie down type you choose you ll begin by attaching the strap to the bow of your kayak.

However if you re using an inflatable roof rack you may be able to get away without it as the roof rack can act as padding.