How To Haul A Kayak In A Pickup Truck?

Transporting a kayak in a pickup truck bed requires the right kind of kayak, truck, and straps. The length of the kayak should be considered when determining the best method. To begin, clear the truck bed and ensure it is free of clutter. Secure the kayak with at least two tie-down straps and always place a red flag at the end of the kayak.

The open bed at the rear of pickup trucks offers a fantastic platform for transporting kayaks. Installing a kayak rack on a pickup truck requires a bed topper or crossbars, which can be mounted over the bed of the pickup or on top. Lower the tailgate and clean the truck bed if necessary to remove debris or unsecured cargo that may damage the kayak. Use at least two cam buckle tie-down straps to secure the kayak, and if the truck features loops lower on the bed walls, use them as bed anchors.

Pickup trucks have the easiest method of transportation, simply throwing the kayak in the back of the truck and securing it with a couple of tie downs. The best way to haul boats on a pickup is with a Thule rack atop the cab and a rear cross bar either on an enclosed cap or, if desired, on an enclosed cap.

Transporting a kayak on a pickup truck requires a roof rack, a bed topper, or crossbars. Crossbars mount over the pickup bed or on top of the bed.