for those that have a kayak/canoe i was wondering how you transport to the water. i am sure some have trucks, and maybe some trailors. i was thinking of getting a subaru outback, high enough ground clearence to get to a few backs wooods places and low enough roof, i should be able to put rig on roof solo. plus i haven't heard anything bad about subaru's

This link may give you some ideas:
http://www.mohawkcanoes.com/transport.htm
I prefer ropes over straps w/ buckles.
2 ropes over the top of the canoe, and tie down the bow and stern to front and back of vehicle for insurance and peace of mind. If you don't have a rack on top use foam blocks.
This info is for canoes, I've never hauled one of them silly ol' kayak things.

"2 ropes over the top of the canoe, and tie down the bow and stern to front and back of vehicle for insurance and peace of mind. If you don't have a rack on top use foam blocks."


RT finally came up with something worthwhile

ropes are much better

Cntryislandboy,

I recently sold my 1998 Subaru Outback (by far, the most versatile car I ever owned), which I used to carry my kayak (and before the kayak, a canoe). The Subaru was outstanding for this purpose: a roof rack plus two tie down loops located under both the front and rear bumpers (those are absent on my new Jetta and I do miss them). I purchased the rectangular Subaru cross bars that fit the roof rails (these are different from the "wing-shaped" crossbars that come with the car), put some air conditioner hose insulation around them and had a perfect kayak-carrying setup for little dollars. I still have the crossbars - if you buy a Subaru and want them let me know.