Re: cartopping?

Posted by Pat W. on Aug 23, 2007

Don't take any shortcuts on buying racks. I had a Yakima cradle strap break and in the ensuing 65 mph disaster, I lost my Pax 19.5 and Chesapeake triple. Thank goodness the boats are stout. The Pax had 2 small holes that were easily patched, the triple has taken me 2 years and is now decked with 1/4" x 1 3/8" red cedar and old growth redwood (salvaged fron a 120 year old water tank). I love the racks but the straps were showing signs of fraying and dryrot. I now double strap the front cradles, and replace my straps every couple of years. Good luck.

In Response to: Re: cartopping? by George K on Aug 21, 2007

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