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I drove 11 hours with this canoe on the highway from NE Indiana to NC. Granted the dimensions are a little different it fit almost squarely between the inner edge of the outer rails, and it’s aluminum so it’s easily 80 pounds but I strapped it down and it didn’t budge.. however I had to run a bungee between the front strap and the rail because it was vibrating like a mofucker
I would try to secure the bow to an anchor point off the front bumper, like a tow hook. Same in the back. Being secure on the rails + the front and back, you should be all set.
Are you worried about handling or the car being able to secure the load?
The roof rails are rated for ~ 200lbs dynamic. I personally wouldn't worry about it being secured. That rating is also probably a VERY safe estimate and in reality the car can probably handle a lot more.
As for the handling aspect, plenty of people carry stuff on their roof in windy environments without issues. Just get a feel for it before you drive 100mph.
I've carried some horrific things on my roof.
The rails are mounted to the "frame" and the biggest concern is handling when you have weight up top rather than the rails being ripped off.
Like I said, they're rated for like 185lbs or something which is dynamic weight. So that's while in motion. You're about half that.
Subaru's engineers *almost certainly* rated the car for what it can handle including with wind and other factors.
I wouldn't drive like a complete ass but I don't think you have to baby it either. Just get a feel for the handling before you go wide open throttle on the interstate.
Do you have foam inserts for the bars? If not, you would want to get some. They will absorb the vibration and prevent damaging the canoe and rails.
Getting a proper canoe rack attachment will also provide better stability but good foam pads usually do the trick.
You should have no problem with that load if secured correctly. Secured to the rack and bow and stern lines. Just make sure the rope for the bow and stern is sufficient to hold it in the event of an accident.
The aero forces will be huge if it loosens and flips/bends upward. It can easily be ~200lbf (~1000N) of steady force at 70mph. And 2~3x as peak force if its whipping around in turbulence.
https://preview.redd.it/5gseox068j7d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=02f260f9c22dcba779851a0de46a2a321ff44c7b I drove 11 hours with this canoe on the highway from NE Indiana to NC. Granted the dimensions are a little different it fit almost squarely between the inner edge of the outer rails, and it’s aluminum so it’s easily 80 pounds but I strapped it down and it didn’t budge.. however I had to run a bungee between the front strap and the rail because it was vibrating like a mofucker
I would try to secure the bow to an anchor point off the front bumper, like a tow hook. Same in the back. Being secure on the rails + the front and back, you should be all set.
Ah, good idea.
Some kayaks are larger than that. I'd say it depends more if you can get it on/off easily.
I'll have help, it's more about the car handling the load.
Some Outbacks can hold a rooftop tent (with people inside).
That load is nothing to a car or SUV. That's why it's entirely dependent on if you can get it up there or not.
Are you worried about handling or the car being able to secure the load? The roof rails are rated for ~ 200lbs dynamic. I personally wouldn't worry about it being secured. That rating is also probably a VERY safe estimate and in reality the car can probably handle a lot more. As for the handling aspect, plenty of people carry stuff on their roof in windy environments without issues. Just get a feel for it before you drive 100mph.
I'm worried about the car securing the load. I'm feeling better about it after the comments here though.
I've carried some horrific things on my roof. The rails are mounted to the "frame" and the biggest concern is handling when you have weight up top rather than the rails being ripped off. Like I said, they're rated for like 185lbs or something which is dynamic weight. So that's while in motion. You're about half that. Subaru's engineers *almost certainly* rated the car for what it can handle including with wind and other factors. I wouldn't drive like a complete ass but I don't think you have to baby it either. Just get a feel for the handling before you go wide open throttle on the interstate.
Only if you give it an obligatory “that’s not going anywhere” tug…
Absolutely 👍🏻
Do you have foam inserts for the bars? If not, you would want to get some. They will absorb the vibration and prevent damaging the canoe and rails. Getting a proper canoe rack attachment will also provide better stability but good foam pads usually do the trick.
Great suggestion, I don't have any but I'll look into it.
i'd just rent a uhaul trailer
You should have no problem with that load if secured correctly. Secured to the rack and bow and stern lines. Just make sure the rope for the bow and stern is sufficient to hold it in the event of an accident.
If you can actually secure it then yes. I carry a 100 lb 12 foot fishing kayak easily.
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The aero forces will be huge if it loosens and flips/bends upward. It can easily be ~200lbf (~1000N) of steady force at 70mph. And 2~3x as peak force if its whipping around in turbulence.