how far can your kayak extend off tailgate

Originally Posted by silentsmell

While we're on the subject of safety...I have an xterra and a tarpon 120 and I've been just using a pair dakine straps, do you guys think its necessary to tie down the nose and tail?

Originally Posted by Iceman

2 tie downs is all I ever use, for long road trips the bow safety line is a good idea.

What he said.

I always use two straps for <10 miles -

These
http://www.amazon.com/Master-Lock-30...terlock+straps

When I go up to dana or long beach, always bow/stern straps can't hurt. Make sure the tag end on the bow/stern are very secure. I drove over one once and it ripped the handle off my stealth