RE: [Paddlewise] kayak rack- pick up?

>Date: Mon, 21 Sep 1998 16:17:03 -0700
>From: Tom_P_McAuliffe_at_fastmultimedia.com
>Subject: [Paddlewise] kayak rack- pick up?>
>
>Hi,
>I need a good cheap way to put my 14 ft long Necky Dolphin on top of
>my campershell-less pick up truck. When I put it in the back it sticks up
>to high
>to get in the garage...
>
>What about?
>Just good wood 2X2's in the 6 holes (3 on each side, anchored well to 
truck
>bed...
>then cross bars on top of poles, anchored with large screws... paint
>white... add pads...
>
>Doa-able?
>
>Tom

I built a rack similar to what you describe using 2X2 screen room aluminum 
that I scrounged when a friend rennovated his porch. I made cushions and 
saddles from boogie-boards discarded at the beach and indoor-outdoor carpet 
scraps. Works great. It's super strong and light - I carry a canvas and 
cedar canoe and a 15 ft Prism kayak at the same time. And the price was 
right.

Brad Manley
Paddle Florida! - Online Canoeing and Kayaking Guide
http://www.paddlefl.com

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