ROOF RACKS : FOAM BLOCKS
This section includes affordable solutions to carry a kayak on your roof, whether you have a factory rack or nothing at all. You will also find straps which can be used with any system, and tie-down solutions for vehicles lacking tow-hooks.
CCO : CAM STRAPS
These cam straps are a simple way to strap your kayak to your vehicle. They are easier to use than ratchet straps, and have less change of over-tightening. There can be used to strap your boat to a roof rack, foam blocks on the roof, to trailers, in the bed of trucks, and most anywhere else you need a tie down. They are color coded for size, and have sewn-in padding under the buckle, to avoid scratching your boat.
Sizes (colors) available: 6' (Red) | 9' (Yellow) | 12' (Blue) | 15' (Green) | 20' (Purple)
Starting at: $4.98
SALAMANDER : CANOE BLOCK
The Canoe Block is the easiest way to carry a canoe on a vehicle without roof racks. Four of these, wrapped around the gunwales, and you can easily strap your canoe down to most vehicles. These blocks have a non-skid bottom, ensuring they stay in place on strapped down.
It is made with closed-cell foam, offering good resistance to cradle the kayak, and you don’t have to worry about the block breaking down anytime soon.
$3.98
SALAMANDER : YAKIMA/THULE BLOCK
The Yakima/Thule Block is a simple solution for giving your kayak’s hull better support on a flat bar, this is particular needed with composite touring kayaks, which have sharper bottoms that don’t always want to lay flat. The cutout easily wraps around round/square bars.
It is made with closed-cell foam, offering good resistance to cradle the kayak, and you don’t have to worry about the block breaking down anytime soon.
$14.98
SALAMANDER : NON-SKID BLOCK
The Non-Skid Block is designed for vehicle with no attached bars. It works as a generous buffer between your roof and your kayak, keeping it from scratching, and directing the weight of the kayak to the structure of your vehicle’s roof. It has a non-skid rubber layer on the bottom, to ensure it stays in place once the kayak is strapped down.
It is made with closed-cell foam, offering good resistance to cradle the kayak, and you don’t have to worry about the block breaking down anytime soon.
$14.98
SALAMANDER : UNIVERSAL NON-SKID BLOCK
The Universal Non-skid Block is a jack of all trades. It has a non-skid bottom allowing it to be used on vehicles without racks, but it also has a cutout to easily wrap around most factory crossbars. This block is an inexpensive way to offer support to your kayak, while using the rack that comes standard on your vehicle.
It is made with closed-cell foam, offering good resistance to cradle the kayak, and you don’t have to worry about the block breaking down anytime soon.
$14.98
SEATTLE SPORTS : HOOD LOOPS
Hood Loops are a great option for vehicles lacking any tow hooks for strapping down the bow of your kayak/canoe. These attach utilizing the quarter panel bolts under the hood for a secure hold. The nylon loop is placed through the gap between the panel and hood when needed, then are folded under the hood, out the way, when not.
$7.98
SEATTLE SPORTS : QUICK LOOPS
Quick Loops are a great option for vehicles lacking any tow hooks for strapping down the bow of your kayak/canoe. This versatile, removable system is perfect for situations where you use multiple vehicles, or need a strap down point in the back as well. The section of tube is set under the hood, so when the hood is closed, the strap sticking out stays in place.
$15.98
YAKIMA : EASY TOP
Super simple, the EasyTop is an instant roof rack. Strap it on top of almost any vehicle to carry up to 80 lbs of long, flat gear - great for kayaks, paddle boards, and surfboards. It installs in minutes - just loop it through the door frames and buckle it up. The thick padding protects your vehicle and your gear, and the double-latching buckle adds extra security. Traveling out of town? Bring it along and strap it to your rental vehicle. Includes Heavy-Duty Straps and Tie-Down Rope.
$138.98
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Have more questions about roof rack solutions? You can call the shop during normal business hours at: 727-545-4554, or press the Contact Us button to leave us a message through our contact form. There you will also find our address and business hours, if you would rather to stop by the shop and see everything in person.