Kayak & Canoe Carriers

Kayak & Canoe Carriers

Planning a trip to the lake to go canoeing? Maybe heading to your favorite river on a kayaking adventure? Even if you’re just going stand-up paddleboarding somewhere off the coast, you’ll need to get your equipment there and back again reliably. A carrier can be safe, secure and effective means to do so, and the right one for you can be found at Tractor Supply.

Watercraft Transport Made Easy

We offer an extensive inventory of specialized systems that either attach to vehicles’ roof racks or can be towed. Our selection offers exactly what you need, with options featuring:

Rugged Constructions for Water Sports Enthusiasts

You’ll need a carrier that resists water damage, stands up to the elements and securely holds your carrier in transit. That’s why our options are made with steel or aluminum frames, bars and mounting hardware for longevity and dependable support for your boat. Corrosion-resistant coatings repel moisture and help prevent rust, and high-density, weather-resistant foam padding cushions the hull, protecting it against scratches and dents. Look for carriers with rubber grips or nylon straps to help prevent your vessel sliding while you’re en route to your destination. When you get there, rely on tilt mechanisms or rollers to simplify loading and unloading.

Several Types of Carrier Designs

Depending on how you want to move your kayak or canoe, our options include:

• J-racks: Also called J-bar racks, these are designed to securely cradle your craft on its side, helping conserve space on your roof rack for other baggage.
• Stacker bars: If you need to carry multiple kayaks, paddle boards or canoes on a single roof rack, these are versatile options.
• V-racks: These feature stable platforms that support your boat's hull horizontally, and they're often adjustable, letting you take on boats of different sizes.
• Saddle racks: One offers a snugger fit for a watercraft’s hull, cupping it in a U-shape.
• Foam-block racks: One of the simplest systems for transporting water vessels, these utilize lightweight, porous supports that you strap either to your vehicle’s roof or its factory rack.
• Truck-bed racks: These mount on the floor of truck boxes rather than on a vehicle’s roof. If you need to temporarily increase the length of a bed to accommodate a longer vessel, consider one compatible with a bed extender.
• Carts and trailers: Portable, wheeled utilities, these are for towing boats behind your vehicle and backing them up to the water's edge.

The Capacity You Need

As you compare features, you should also decide whether you want to transport your watercraft on top of your vehicle or on a trailer behind it. Know your vehicle's payload and tow ratings, the weight capacity of the racks you’re looking at (or, if applicable, the trailer's gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR), and go for a solution that’s compatible with both. In other words, your vehicle should be able to support the combined weight of the rack or trailer and your canoe or kayak.

Tractor Supply Stocks the Best Carrier for Your Kayak or Canoe

Wherever you plan to traverse the open waters, we have everything you need to get your trusty boat or board to and from your destination safely. You can browse options at your local Tractor Supply store or peruse our wider selection online.