Author: MJT
When You Need A Kayak Trailer
Transporting kayaker from one point on a river to another is
the job of the kayak. Transporting the kayak to the water is another job
altogether. The usual boat trailer is entirely wrong for a kayak. Most boat
trailers are built for large powerboats, not lightweight, v-shaped, short
kayaks. You can get your kayak from point A to a wetter point B in a variety of
ways, including the kayak trailer.
Driving The Boat
A kayak can be as short as six feet and as narrow as 18
inches. As for weight, a rigid plastic kayak doesn’t weigh very much but is
heavy compared to one made of an aluminum frame covered with fabric which is a
monster compared to an inflatable kayak. In short, the type of kayak will
determine the transportation device needed, but weight will not be an issue.
Obviously, an inflatable kayak can be packed in the car
trunk along with the lunch cooler and an extra pair of dry socks. A
skin-on-frame kayak is also called a folding kayak. Again, the name says it
all. There’s probably room in the car for a folding kayak. It’s the rigid kayak
that calls out for help in transportation. For most, carrying a single kayak is
easy enough for a roof rack or special roof ties.
Remember that a car roof is usually flat and a kayak usually
isn’t. Some kayaks, especially the sea kayak, is kind of flat on the bottom.
Some of these will fit on a car roof without much trouble. A v-bottom kayak
will need a rack of some sort to allow for its shape. However you affix a kayak
to a car, remember to fasten it well. They are light enough to fly away.
While a kayak is usually made for one person, a kayaker
doesn’t always want to be alone. A kayak trailer is definitely called for if
you are transporting several kayaks. While you can easily find a kayak trailer
built for one, they are also made for four or more. For a family of kayakers or
a club or team, the kayak trailer is a necessity. The car is the place for the
kayakers and their other equipment. Even for four kayaks, a kayak trailer is
usually a lightweight device made of aluminum tubing with a pair of small
wheels and secure fastenings for the kayaks. However you transport your kayak,
let your kayak transport you to a fun and exciting adventure.
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