Consider a roof rack.
How to strap a bed to a roof rack.
Run 2 boat straps over the top of the kayak and them under the roof rack bars then bring the straps to the other side of the kayak and loop them under the roof rack bars on that side.
The second option is the side racks.
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If you have a roof rack the straps ropes can be looped around the side and cross rails.
Tie the straps down with cam buckles to secure the kayak.
Use a tie down that wraps around the item and the rails.
Here s how to carry a canoe on a truck without a roof rack.
With the third option crossbars with side rails you can secure an item to the side rails and run tie downs from front to back securing them to the crossbars.
If you think you might need a roof rack in the future now would be a good time to invest in one.
I also plan to drive this down the highway.
Cover the entire load with a tarp or netting to prevent things from falling out.
These racks can be pricy unless you build your own out of studs.
It also works to carry a canoe on a car.
Lighter goes lower place heavier items on top of lighter items.
Or if you prefer a video of the 30 minute pickup kayak rack.
Stack items evenly across the roof and in the center of the doors.
Just be sure you re securing it down properly.
You can extend rack width with 2x4 as needed more safely.
The best option however is to have a bed rack that will allow the kayak to sit level on the cab roof on the front and rack in the back.
Check your vehicle s manual for how much you can safely carry on your roof rack.
To tie down a kayak place it right side up on your roof rack and center it.
Can the roof racks and roof take the strain of this.
Check the weight of the pipe that you re planning to strap to your roof rack.
I ve never had a car with a roof rack before so this is new territory for me.
I don t see a wind resistance problem but drive slower and check frequently.
Avoid strapping more than 180 pounds 82 kg to your roof rack.