To securely strap a canoe to your car without roof racks, use four 12-foot straps with cam buckels. Two of the straps will go across the hull of the canoe and secure it to the roof rack, while the other two will secure it to the vehicle. If you plan to take your canoe out on whitewater, it’s essential to know how to strap it down properly.
Grant Armour from the Outdoor Recreation School of Three Rivers provides a quick guide on how to properly strap your canoe to the roof of your vehicle. He wraps the ratchet or cam buckle straps around the canoe and through car doors or windows, tightening the straps securely to ensure the canoe is firmly attached.
Loading a canoe on the top of your car can be easy with the right tools and techniques. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to strap a canoe to your car using foam blocks, tie-down straps, and rope. With practice and these tips, loading a canoe on the top of your car can be a breeze.
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