How To Strap Kayak To Subaru Outback?

To attach a kayak to a Subaru Outback, first open the hatch and remove any items from the cargo area. Place the boat upside down on the ground to access the inside. Loop the straps around the crossbars on the Outback’s roof. On Kaylee, strap the Old Town kayak down to the cross bars, then tie down the bow and stern with extra straps.

There are two ways to use your Subaru Outback to carry your kayak: first, install a roof rack to the vehicle and then attach your kayak to the rack using rope or straps. For longer loads, tie downs front and rear are recommended. For a more secure and easy way to haul two kayaks on their side, use a j-style carrier.

To attach a kayak carrier to your Subaru, use two nylon straps that mount to bolts under the hood for the front and one in the back that you close the rear hatch on. Use one strap over each crossbar with the kayak upside down (the best position for easy and no damage to the kayak hull).

For a more secure and easiest way to haul two kayaks on their side, use a j-style carrier as they are the most secure and easiest to load.