When using this method to transport 2 kayaks we definitely recommend using aluminum or stainless steel tubing to reinforce the pool noodles.
Transport kayaks without roof racks.
While the foam block method will certainly work for cars without a roof rack our pick for the better method for transporting two kayaks without a roof rack is the pool noodle method.
Before deciding if you even want to transport a kayak without a roof rack i think it s important to know what a roof rack consists of.
If your car suv doesn t have a standard roof rack and you don t intend on buying one then i recommend that you go with a removable roof rack system.
Then pay attention to the steps below.
The most popular type of kayak roof rack is a j bar rack.
Transporting a kayak without a roof rack things you ll need.
Still concerned about knowing how to transport kayak without roof rack.
Transporting kayak without roof rack.
In order to use a j bar rack to transport your kayak there are several separate pieces of hardware that you will need.
Place each of them at a distance of about 24 inches apart.
They are much more secure than the pool noodle method and will allow you to transport a larger kayak.
It s time to take out your heavy duty pool noodles.
Now that you understand a little about the systems and some product options let s take a more in depth look into some of the finer points of transporting your kayak.
Setting up the pool noodle kayak carrier.