Re: [Paddlewise] Subj: Cradles/rollers for EuroVan racks?

From: Michael Daly <michaeldaly_at_home.com>
Date: Sun, 6 Aug 2000 12:30:34 -0400
----- Original Message -----
From: <SLLenton_at_aol.com>
> It looks like the same concept would work on your rig but
> might involve having another crossbar permanently mounted further back of
> your vehicle.

My only caution of having multiple bars on the roof would be not to secure
the kayak to more than two bars at a time.   Two supports is statically
determinate and the kayak flexing is independent of the vehicle.  Three
or more supports could, in theory, put undue stress on the kayak.

Mike

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