How to Carry a Canoe on the Roof of a Class C Motorhome

Updated 03/13/2018 | Published 03/11/2018

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Question:

Hi , I would like to install a roof rack on my class c motor home to carry a 16foot to 18foot canoe , wich one of your rack would be the best ? thank you

asked by: Phil

Expert Reply:

The best roof rack for your Class C motorhome would depend on the shape of it's roof. As long as your roof does not have rounded edges and does not exceed 85-1/2" in width then I recommend the SportRack Pop-Up Camper Roof Rack part # SR1020. This system will provide you with 2 square load bars that have a capacity up to 200 lbs. If your roof does have rounded edges or exceeds 85-1/2" in width then I recommend using a track system like Yakima HardTop SL Roof Rack part # Y01618 which comes with 60" aero crossbars that have a capacity up to 220 lbs. You will also need part # Y8880039 to install the track system on a metal roof.

In order to secure your canoe to either set of the above crossbars, I recommend using the Malone Big Foot Pro Rooftop Canoe Carrier part # MPG112MD which comes with 4 cleats and all of the straps and tie-downs you will need to secure the canoe on the roof of your motorhome. I have also attached a review video of this carrier for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L