Garth: most foam blocks have an indentation on one side, I put a strap on each foam block and pull them tightly under the hood inside the car. they will not move and you can leave them there for days if you are going kayaking a few times that week. they are noisy however. I kayak alone and the foam blockwswas a problem for years until I realized I could secure each one with a strap
Wow. Let us celebrate. Today is the day that the first video I watched on a subject was perfect! Terrance you explained everything clearly and left no questions!
Terrence, this was a great video. Much better done than REI and other outdoor companies that did videos - they did not explain it fully and you did. REI’s video was just like - strap it on! No explanation. Thank you very much
Wow bro I've been looking for a 2 door rack for weeks and I never found one came across your video and you save me a ton of money I got everything for 15 bucks dude you Rock man thank you
Thanks so much for posting this! My kit didn't come with directions and I had no idea what to do. You did a great job with the instructions and the video made me smile.
I’m so glad I found this video on the first try! My foam roof kit did not come with instructions and I had no idea how it all worked! This guy was the best!!!’ Thank you Terrance!
Good video thanks ! Just have to point out : The foam pieces have splits in them, which you put on top facing down - I believe these splits are for 2 more straps which is also used to first tie the foams down to the car top, just like with the kayak afterwards, to prevent the foam shifting, especially if you're going to be travelling long distance at higher speed.
Great video -- easy to follow and the method is secure. I hate seeing kayaks going down the road without tie downs at the bow and stern. Thanks, Terrance!
if you climb in the back of your car or let someone else do so then you are more than welcome to think its a door! it is actually the boot or the trunk
Carlo Pelser it's not up for debate! A hatchback is classed as a door hence this car is a 3 door car. A car with a boot instead of a hatchback isn't classed as having an extra door.
If the kayak is installed properly you can drive at highway speeds. However, it’s a good idea to work your way up (try it at 30mph and see how it goes, then try 55mph before going up to 70mph).
you will damage the car roof bro, most of the tension on the straps is focused on the center of the roof where there is no support for loads, you can see what I am saying at 3:42 your roof is being pushed inwards, you will save tens of dollars but pay hundreds to fix your concave roof.
Amr, so what you're suggesting for a coupe (or 3door) is to put the foam blocks at the very front and the rear of the roof where it meets the glass for best support correct?
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This guy should do this show, in this jacket, all year round. And constantly make errors. This is comedy gold!
best kayak loading video. this guy brightened my day. I had the foam falling issues too.
Under the openings you can connect straps on to the foam blocks
Garth: most foam blocks have an indentation on one side, I put a strap on each foam block and pull them tightly under the hood inside the car. they will not move and you can leave them there for days if you are going kayaking a few times that week. they are noisy however. I kayak alone and the foam blockwswas a problem for years until I realized I could secure each one with a strap
Finally a video that explains it without a ton of mumbo jumbo! Simple and to the point! And a cute man giggle!
Wow. Let us celebrate. Today is the day that the first video I watched on a subject was perfect! Terrance you explained everything clearly and left no questions!
Let me get a series of instructional videos with this man. I'll watch t.f. out of it.
Terrance needs his own RUclips channel... I would definitely subscribe!
yes
Your video is the only one that actually goes over everything step by step. Thanks Terrance!
Nicely done Terrence. Loved the comedic overtone as well!
Terrence, this was a great video. Much better done than REI and other outdoor companies that did videos - they did not explain it fully and you did. REI’s video was just like - strap it on! No explanation. Thank you very much
Wow bro I've been looking for a 2 door rack for weeks and I never found one came across your video and you save me a ton of money I got everything for 15 bucks dude you Rock man thank you
This was just what I needed! Thank you! I wasn’t clear how to use the cam straps with hooks, now I see what they’re for!
I know this video is old, but I just love everything about this video.
what a goat, just bought a kayak today and I have a pretty small car, this video helped a ton
This video was so great bc he explained it for urban areas where people may have small cars, no roof racks and two-door cars
Great instructions, and I loved your humor. It made it more fun to watch. 😄
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO!!!
First actual helpful video from someone with the same struggle.
Thanks for a very helpful (and realistic) video!! I love how you kept your sense of humor throughout it!!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks so much for posting this! My kit didn't come with directions and I had no idea what to do. You did a great job with the instructions and the video made me smile.
Very informative! Especially with the advice about the heat from the muffler on the straps in the back.
I’m so glad I found this video on the first try! My foam roof kit did not come with instructions and I had no idea how it all worked! This guy was the best!!!’ Thank you Terrance!
Love this very easy to understand explanation of how to use the system. Fun presentation. THANKS!!
This dude is the bomb, helped me more than the other videos for sure thanks Terrance!
Good video thanks ! Just have to point out : The foam pieces have splits in them, which you put on top facing down - I believe these splits are for 2 more straps which is also used to first tie the foams down to the car top, just like with the kayak afterwards, to prevent the foam shifting, especially if you're going to be travelling long distance at higher speed.
I have the same foam pads. the cut outs are for roof racks. they look like strap slots because they are crushed down
I thought the same, thx!
Great video! I wish you were my neighbor. You look like you'd be a riot to have a beer with.
He so fun to watch ... adorable and helpful
Thanks Terrance, fun and informative
Thanks for teaching me how to do it the right way you’re a superstar👍🏽👍🏽😀😀😀😀
I love your demonstration thanks now I can travel safely with my kayak
I know we are just now meeting but I think I love Terrance
Thank you for this helpful and hilarious video! Keep smiling! 😄
Simple and to the point! Great how-to video!
Hands down best kayak loading video! Why?? Because it's the most realistic... at least for me :-D
Great info! You make it look so easy. I just know I'm not going to have the same luck when I get my Kayak. Wish me luck!
Great video - excellent info on securing a kayak to the roof of a vehicle and pretty funny and entertaining at the same time.
Great video -- easy to follow and the method is secure. I hate seeing kayaks going down the road without tie downs at the bow and stern. Thanks, Terrance!
first 2 door car video i found thanx for the help terrance
that's a 3 door car
thank you
if you climb in the back of your car or let someone else do so then you are more than welcome to think its a door! it is actually the boot or the trunk
Carlo Pelser it's not up for debate! A hatchback is classed as a door hence this car is a 3 door car. A car with a boot instead of a hatchback isn't classed as having an extra door.
you are awesome, made me smile. thank you for positing this
really great video deserves more views
Thanks Terrance! This was great and helped a lot. Love your smile!!
Thanks for the video brother. It was very helpful and you made it entertaining
Same as Carlo
I had the idea but seeing it done once or twice always helps a rookie. Thank u sir. With love from Canada.
Finally I found a video that wasn’t selling something to show u how to tie down a kayak thank man nice job
Great job. Thanks for sharing
Even though this video is a few years old it was informative and amusing.
Great video! I’m saving it to use when we go to pick up our first kayaks today!
Thank you Terrance. That was just what I needed to see to answer my questions.
incredible video
Is that an insight? I hope so because that's a really cool car!
So much helpful info! Thank you!!
Great and fun video! Thanks man!!!!!
Thank you! You make this seem so easy to do!
Thankyou! This is my exact set up- small car/foam blocks...and a sense of humor! 😂😂😂
Very useful and entertaining. Thank you Terrance and friends!
I loved this thank you!
Thanks dude! I’m ready to give this a go with my kit 👍
I don’t have to go far, but I don’t have racks on my SUV. Definitely trying this! Thanks Terrance
this is a great youtube video. Wonderfully made. Thank you.
That was great!!! Thank you!
Great job!!!!
Thanks man, very helpful
this was actually such a big help with putting a 12' kayak on a 2dr jeep wrangler lol
Funny dude lol. Thanks for the video! Very helpful
New subscriber. God Bless!!!
Good instruction. My question is, do you get water when it rains into the vehicle via the straps ? I do with mine.
thank you Terrance
Thanks Terrance. Very helpful!
Love this video!! Hahaha thank you
Great video... Thank you
Great vid and thx bro! 😆
Excellent dude, thanks.
I love Terrance
killer vid thanks for the help man
This guy is awesome
Thanks terrance!
Great video
Would that work on a hobie pro angler 12ft? About 90lb kayak
Summer 2020 let's go!
Thanks buddy!
Thanks dude 👌
Hahahahahahhaah thats funny stuff Terrance, You should put that on RUclips..... :P
Thanks Terrance!
Thanks to you really helped ! and made me laugh at the same time ^^ !!!!
Thanks Terrance trying to get a yak on my camaro
Thanks!
perfect! Thanks
Yes.. By far the best advice and walk through ever... Thanks t
Thank you!
Is Terrence still working there?
can you drive your car with a kayak on top on the highway? or will it fly away
thanks bro! your A1 !
I feel like he was paid in beer to shoot this video😎
How fast can you drive with a set up like this?
If the kayak is installed properly you can drive at highway speeds. However, it’s a good idea to work your way up (try it at 30mph and see how it goes, then try 55mph before going up to 70mph).
Good video. Where do you get those pieces of foam?
They come in the tie down kits.
I got mine (foam blocks & 4 straps) as a kit, for $40 at Dicks sporting goods. 😁
This will damage your paint over time. Just a heads up.
thank you!!!
And this is why I drive a pick up lol
...and you still have to tie it down anyways
@@frankc6430 and pay double for gas^
I bet he went 20 foot and the boats goes flying
I wonder if duct tape could be substituted for a friend to hold the foam?! I'm not much of a people person! lol
you will damage the car roof bro, most of the tension on the straps is focused on the center of the roof where there is no support for loads, you can see what I am saying at 3:42 your roof is being pushed inwards, you will save tens of dollars but pay hundreds to fix your concave roof.
Amr, so what you're suggesting for a coupe (or 3door) is to put the foam blocks at the very front and the rear of the roof where it meets the glass for best support correct?
I didn't know black people kayaked XD