Kayak Storage

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Originally Posted by Stoneale

Hey guys,

I really need to get my kayak off of the garage floor.. as it is taking up a lot of space. Does anyone have any recommendations on some type of kayak storage hoist system?

I was taking a look at these, but wasn't to sure of the quality:

Kayak / Canoe Lift Hoist by RAD Sportz
http://tinyurl.com/yhewvlo

Cabela's Canoe/Kayak Storage Hoist System
http://tinyurl.com/yjbzad4

Thoughts?

I have a similar one that I forget where I got it from. I think from Rackkit in Kearney Mesa. They are kind of a pain, and the clearance is kind of poor due to the way you hook the strap up. I have an 8 foot finished ceiling, and I am 5'9" and the kayak hangs low enough to hit my head if I walk under it. The one from Harbor Freight is cheaper, but it is only good for 25lbs if I remember correctly, hence why I didnt get it. The one at OEX looks like it would hold it a little higher. Never saw that one before, and its a lot cheaper. If your ceiling is an open rafter style, it may work better for you.

My yaks are on PVC stands in the garage right now, but I am building a combo yak and surfboard storage rack in the near future.

I have been looking at these...http://www.suspenzkayakstorage.com/product/001

and these
http://www.booneoutdoor.com/kayak-hanger.html

and these
http://www.clavey.com/product_info.php?products_id=642

Cabelas has one that is similar, just search Seattle Sports Steel Kayak Hanger on their site.

I personally would stay away from ceiling racks, but thats just my opinion. If you have wall space, the wall is alot better option.

There is alot of info on the web to on building your own.