I like the idea of having the kayak raised above the bed so you still have room for ice chests and other gear you may need. I just lay 2- 2x6's across my bed, slide our 2 kayaks on and strap them down. I did end up building a bed extender since I only have a 5.5' bed but it works.
such a great idea! you inspired me to build this for my truck! put it together last week and tested it out. Worked perfect! Thanks alot man cause you just saved me some money!
@MDLR Fishing Super Great Idea!!! Although, aren't you afraid that if you slam on the breaks, the tip of the Kayak is going to coming straight into your cab? The rear glass window will shatter? Ok maybe not slam on your breaks, but if you have to come to a sudden stop or an abrupt stop? I would be a little scared of having that happen. When you think you're saving yourself some money from buying those ridiculous expense racks (Thule, Yakima, Rhino-Rack), you are going to have to spend 600 bucks on a new rear window or more if you have a window that goes up and down like on my Toyota Tundra. NOW, if something can be done about that, patent your idea and make yourself a millionaire. Shoot, I would rather pay 200 bucks (I'm just saying) on your idea than 600 bucks or more on a Thule, Yakima, or Rhino Rack anyday.....LOL. Thanks for sharing and posting your video. I really really like your idea. Happy Paddling!!!
My brother and I built one using this video as a model...offset his kayak to one side, mine to the other side, with 8 or 10 inches between them. Then we used the measurements for his, and built an identical one for my truck. Now we can leave a truck in one place, launch in another, and the load up is the secure on either truck. Plus, the entire bed of the truck is still available for gear that can be transported with the tailgates up, or we could load a 3rd kayak underneath if we wanted. Thanks again, MDLR Fishing, for sharing a great idea!
that would work but I didn't want to completely empty out the kayak after fishing. The PA sits below the Outback and both are fully rigged and to hit the water when we get there.
Quick question...so is it a bad idea to just place the single kayak in the truck bed (with the tail gate open) and strap it down with the truck bed's built-in tie-down loops?
@TheSilverSurfisher Depending on the county where you live, some counties will not allow that, like where I live. Its a $400.00 fine, OUTRAGEOUS!!! Dang leaches.....
Not secure enough., if he slams on the brakes he is going to have a kayak in the cab with him. Move idea bit needed more thought. He would have to tighten that thing down so much that he may end up damaging the yak.
Lol I carry a 15' tandem kayak on the roof of my Toyota echo without a rack, just 2 foam blocks and some straps no problem and get 38mpg while doing it 🤦♂️
I like the idea of having the kayak raised above the bed so you still have room for ice chests and other gear you may need. I just lay 2- 2x6's across my bed, slide our 2 kayaks on and strap them down. I did end up building a bed extender since I only have a 5.5' bed but it works.
such a great idea! you inspired me to build this for my truck! put it together last week and tested it out. Worked perfect! Thanks alot man cause you just saved me some money!
Glad the idea helped out! Thanks for the support!
Awesome idea! A hell of a lot cheaper that all the racks they have out now too.
Great Idea to haul 2 kayaks without having them bouncing around against each other! I'll be building this for my brother and I!
@MDLR Fishing Super Great Idea!!! Although, aren't you afraid that if you slam on the breaks, the tip of the Kayak is going to coming straight into your cab? The rear glass window will shatter? Ok maybe not slam on your breaks, but if you have to come to a sudden stop or an abrupt stop? I would be a little scared of having that happen. When you think you're saving yourself some money from buying those ridiculous expense racks (Thule, Yakima, Rhino-Rack), you are going to have to spend 600 bucks on a new rear window or more if you have a window that goes up and down like on my Toyota Tundra. NOW, if something can be done about that, patent your idea and make yourself a millionaire. Shoot, I would rather pay 200 bucks (I'm just saying) on your idea than 600 bucks or more on a Thule, Yakima, or Rhino Rack anyday.....LOL. Thanks for sharing and posting your video. I really really like your idea. Happy Paddling!!!
What happens when he stops too quick ...free window removal lol
thats a easy thing to happen .Yak will slide great on pvc $500 plu for a window
My thought as well
If ya had a 45 or 90 on end of PVC , it would make loading easier, might not scratch kayak up . Set the hook brother
turn the kayak over and lay him flat using a center guide to run the nose along
AH.... I miss my snap on ratchet and other tools.... Don't miss those payments though
Cool you just gave me a cool idea to help me save money lol
Nice, i put my on the top of my truck roof and it flew off when i was on the highway, lucky me no one got hurt😅😅
😂😂😂🛶 💥
Nice build!
Better build a safety screen for that back window!..Not gonna pretty when you have to brake hard !!!
window $500 minimum drive safe.
Nice build. Is there enough room for two kayaks if you leave the pvc center off or is there just room for one Hobie?
Yes. Check out my DIY Kayak Rack Update video. Shows both my PA and Outback loaded at the same time. Thanks for watching!
My brother and I built one using this video as a model...offset his kayak to one side, mine to the other side, with 8 or 10 inches between them. Then we used the measurements for his, and built an identical one for my truck. Now we can leave a truck in one place, launch in another, and the load up is the secure on either truck. Plus, the entire bed of the truck is still available for gear that can be transported with the tailgates up, or we could load a 3rd kayak underneath if we wanted. Thanks again, MDLR Fishing, for sharing a great idea!
why not just put the kayak upside down direclty on the 2x4s with some rubber as padding?
that would work but I didn't want to completely empty out the kayak after fishing. The PA sits below the Outback and both are fully rigged and to hit the water when we get there.
A front-end collision has you receiving a kayak through the back of your head. Not safe. Bad idea.
that thing might go into the rear window
That'd work great for holding a bicycle upright as well.
Not sure, but hey whatever works...right. Thanks for the support!
Quick question...so is it a bad idea to just place the single kayak in the truck bed (with the tail gate open) and strap it down with the truck bed's built-in tie-down loops?
I've been doing it for 9 years now and haven't had any issues. I use ratchet straps. Just use common sense and don't over tighten them.
@TheSilverSurfisher Depending on the county where you live, some counties will not allow that, like where I live. Its a $400.00 fine, OUTRAGEOUS!!! Dang leaches.....
Not secure enough., if he slams on the brakes he is going to have a kayak in the cab with him. Move idea bit needed more thought. He would have to tighten that thing down so much that he may end up damaging the yak.
How do you transport your Old Town Kayaks now? Thank you
Do a channel search for my Boonedox Outfitter Video.
Lol I carry a 15' tandem kayak on the roof of my Toyota echo without a rack, just 2 foam blocks and some straps no problem and get 38mpg while doing it 🤦♂️
bet it moves within the first mile
Are you still using this?
Not anymore