Best way to Carry two 12' kayaks?

[MDJAK]

I always used my 16' enclosed trailer to transport kayaks. Slight overkill. I'm now using the trailer as a storage shed so need something to carry kayaks. They are 12' long and not light. Have the diamondback cover so don't know if I can put it on there. Thinking something on roof. Any thoughts? ty.

 

[Frank N]

Ladder rack?

 

[P4SHOCAT]

Maybe one of those kayak hitch extenders. Or bed extender with rachet straps.

 

[smurfslayer]

I was going to say point them into the wind when you carry them, make it easier on your shoulders and back ;-)

 

[Jenner1]

I ended up purchasing a Yakima overhaul hd and 2 sets of Malone sea wing cradles, probably the best setup I could find. The nice thing about the overhaul hd is that it locks into feet that you mount to the box rails and can be taken off the truck in less than 5 minutes. Trucks currently in getting Armorthane and full ppf but when I get the truck back I will post up some pics.

 

[MDJAK]

I ended up purchasing a Yakima overhaul hd and 2 sets of Malone sea wing cradles, probably the best setup I could find. The nice thing about the overhaul hd is that it locks into feet that you mount to the box rails and can be taken off the truck in less than 5 minutes. Trucks currently in getting Armorthane and full ppf but when I get the truck back I will post up some pics.

Ty. Appreciate pics.

 

[MDJAK]

Just looked at the Yakima HD. I have a Diamondback bed cover so can’t use those.

 

[Kojack19]

Track Rack. Rails can stay on (took mine off after summer each year on my Get 1). The actual rack is easy on and easy off. Not cheap but worked with my Roll X tonneau cover. Not sure it will work with your cover. I carried 4 surf boards and two 10 foot stand up paddle surf boards on mine no problem.

 

[DMays]

I have the Yakima outpost HD. Not ideal for large kayaks but would work for shorter ones. I mainly use it for the cargo basket for camping gear and coolers and mount my awning for tailgating and hunting trips. This is below the cab. The overhaul extends above the roof for longer boats. I wanted the taller version but it wouldnt fit in my garage with the cargo basket.

 

[DMays]

Just looked at the Yakima HD. I have a Diamondback bed cover so can’t use those.

They make a specific Yakima bed rack for the diamondback covers. No experience with it but worth mentioning.

https://diamondbackcovers.com/products/diamondback-x-yakima-outpost-hd-rack-system?variant=39663405400163