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.

If you don t have an attachment point on the kayak you have a couple of options. Ensure the straps are laying flat against the kayak and that they are not crossed. Read our article on how to choose a cartop boat mount. 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.

If you re using a kayak carrier you might find this has sufficient padding. Loop one strap through around the attachment point on the bow. Tie the straps down with cam buckles to secure the kayak. You ll need two straps that are about 12 feet long or longer.

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. Bow stern tie down straps these straps are so that you can secure the front and back of your kayak to the front and back of your vehicle. Whichever tie down type you choose you ll begin by attaching the strap to the bow of your kayak. To tie down a kayak place it right side up on your roof rack and center it.

Straps like the rhino rack rrrbas2 are designed to secure.