Straight Up Kayaks

Can I carry two kayaks on the rooftop with foam pad blocks on a 4 door sedan?

I have two small kayaks and would like to save money by buying the foam pads rather than an expensive roof rack system. I have a four door car and would like to secure them directly to the roof. I would probably not travel more than an hour with them. Would I be able to safely transport both kayaks without damaging kayaks or car?

Public Comments

1. The foam blocks will work fine, for short hauls or long. Take a serious look at a rack system. I haul everything on my rack, kayak, canoe, bikes, fishing rods, luggage, and I can even transfer it between vehicles. Over the long-term you will be glad you made the investment to protect your toys..........er......... I mean valuable assets.
2. Should be OK. They are light enough.
3. Lots of people around here do just that. Regards, Dan 38N 71W more or less
4. Why not try rental of a trailer that can carry kyaks
5. whatever is safer for other vehicles on the road. they need to be attached to the car really good.