Poorly constructed racks can pose a number of safety hazards while transporting your kayak, which can cause a number of problems while you are on the road. Rack design is going to be paramount in creating a secure and reliable rack.
If you are not experienced with tools, I would not recommend building your own kayak rack because safety and security are such important parts of the construction. There is no reason a DIY kayak rack can’t be made safely if you’ve worked with tools before and done similar projects.
Kayak Rack Construction Requires Experience
You should be aware that building a quality kayak rack for your RV is not a job for an inexperienced craftsman. You should not start with building a kayak rack for your RV if you have never done a similar project earlier, especially if you have never pursued it before.
This is mainly due to the fact that if a poor rack is built that does not effectively secure your kayaks while on the road, this can result in serious safety risks. The construction of some kayak racks is also more challenging than others. A typical RVer may not have the expertise to do welding, depending on the design you choose.
An RV kayak rack can be constructed with intermediate-level crafting and building skills. If you build your own kayak rack for your RV, make sure it has been thoroughly tested for reliability and security before you start using it.
