Putting Kayaks on a truck roof
I have a 2005 Silverado 2500 crew cab, with a topper, that is level with the cab height. I'm considering buying kayaks that are in the 12-14' range, and was hoping I could find a roof rack for the ca...
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Hi,
I have hauled canoes and kayaks on a variety of vehicles for well over 100,000 miles so far....and I hope for many more miles.
What is worse, intentionally putting some holes in your topper or having your kayaks and rack blow off the roof due to wind loading?
The best support for a 14' boat would have the bars spaced about 10 feet apart. If you can accomplish this on the roof of your truck that would be perfect. But if you can't, then I advise you to put a cross bar on your topper.
Happy paddling and don't forget to wear your PFD's,
Steve
I have hauled canoes and kayaks on a variety of vehicles for well over 100,000 miles so far....and I hope for many more miles.
What is worse, intentionally putting some holes in your topper or having your kayaks and rack blow off the roof due to wind loading?
The best support for a 14' boat would have the bars spaced about 10 feet apart. If you can accomplish this on the roof of your truck that would be perfect. But if you can't, then I advise you to put a cross bar on your topper.
Happy paddling and don't forget to wear your PFD's,
Steve
