How To Raise Canoe On Camper Shell Roof Rack To Prevent Contact With Roof Of Vehicle
Updated 05/21/2021 | Published 05/20/2021
Question:
Ive got a newer yakima system on my topper/cap, which works great, except when loading canoes, the skyline tower/aero bars dont provide enough clearance to avoid scraping the roof of the cab. Ive been using foam blocks to raise the canoe on the front bar, but Im wondering if there isnt a better solution. Thanks!
asked by: Jake
Expert Reply:
I see how that might be troublesome; anytime you have a large canoe on a roof rack it can be difficult to set it up to where it doesn't make contact with the vehicle's roof. I don't see any other canoe carriers that would elevate the canoe any more than the foam blocks are already doing, but I do recommend adding Yakima EasyTop Universal Fit Roof Rack - Padded - 80 lbs # Y07418 to the roof of your truck.
This is a universal padded roof rack for a naked roof like your truck has. The straps simply run through the interior of your vehicle and clip into place, securing the pads to your roof. You could use just one of the included pads or both depending on how it looks when they are installed in combination with your current camper shell roof rack. This is the best option when trying to prevent the front of the canoe from touching your truck's roof. I attached a demonstration video for you.
(click to enlarge)
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 2
- Shop: HD Bar Adapter for Yakima Streamline Towers - Qty 4
- Shop: Yakima HD Crossbar - Aluminum - 60" Long - Qty 1
- Video: Review of the Yakima 54" Tracks for Roof Racks
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Shop: Yakima 54" Tracks for Roof Racks
- Shop: BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2
- Q&A: Can Yakima Keelover be Used Underneath Canoe More Bar Space is Needed
- Q&A: Will Yakima KeelOver Fit Yakima Roof Rack With HD Crossbars On 2020 GMC Sierra 1500
- Shop: Inno Aero Roof Rack for Fixed Mounting Points - Aluminum - Black - Qty 2
- Shop: Yakima DeckHand Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - 1/2 System - Saddle Style - Clamp On
- Q&A: What Do I Need to Install Kayak Racks On My 2009 Honda Fit
- Video: Feature Review Riser Kit for Yakima MOD HomeBase
- Video: Yakima HandRoll Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs Review
- Video: A Closer Look at the Inno Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs
- Video: DIY 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Installation for the Yakima HandRoll Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs
- Q&A: Hauling Kayaks On A Fiberglass Truck Cap
- Q&A: Correct Tire Pressure for Carlisle Sport Trail 4.80-8 Trailer Tire
- Q&A: How Much PSI Should I Put In a 4.80 x 12 Trailer Tire
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Roadmaster Battery Charge Line Kit for Towed Vehicles
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: trailer wiring
on Roof Rack
