How to fit a kayak or canoe on bongo

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Sven
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How to fit a kayak or canoe on bongo

Post by Sven » Tue Nov 14, 2017 9:23 pm

Got our Bongo a month ago & the only thing I’m struggled with, is how to transport my kayak on it. Andy at Andys Imports didn’t recommend fitting a roof rack to his aftermarket flip roofs. My kayak is a Perception Scooter (SOT) at about 10 foot long, so not a biggie. I could probably fit it inside, but then i lose a lot of storage. Also not ideal when its wet/sandy/muddy!
Has anyone found any other way to fit it on or in a Bongo :?:
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Re: How to fit a kayak or canoe on bongo

Post by samuel » Tue Nov 14, 2017 9:33 pm

Hi Sven You say you are advised not to fit a rack to your roof. Your best bet is to source a roof rack which fits to the guttering. Obvious drawback though is you'll have to remove it to raise the roof. But at least you'll be avoid putting it inside.
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Re: How to fit a kayak or canoe on bongo

Post by Sven » Wed Nov 15, 2017 5:57 pm

Any idea where i can get one of those? Most of the ones I’ve seen aren’t tall enough to go over the flip roof!
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Re: How to fit a kayak or canoe on bongo

Post by samuel » Wed Nov 15, 2017 10:53 pm

I've just been on ebay and put in 'roof rack gutter fitting' which came up with a set with high brackets which should clear your roof. Also the Land Rover bars look as though they would give sufficient clearance. There's a set called Rhino 2 for a Land Rover. Best check with the suppliers first to se hat the clearance is.
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Re: How to fit a kayak or canoe on bongo

Post by Sven » Thu Nov 16, 2017 1:17 am

Thanks
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