Ground Buried Vs Free Standing Kayak Racks

Freestanding Kayak, SUP & Canoe Rack

At Log Kayak Rack, we handcraft heavy-duty kayak, canoe, and stand-up paddle board (SUP) storage racks out of northern white cedar logs. We offer a huge selection of commercial-grade kayak racks that can store and display anywhere from one to eight kayaks at a time. Two of our most popular styles include our freestanding and ground buried kayak racks.

Both are great options, but depending on your specific storage location and needs, one could outperform the other. Let’s take a closer look at these two styles and see how they stack up.

Ground-Buried Kayak Racks

As the name suggests, these kayak racks are meant to be buried in the ground. Ours are crafted from weather-resistant cedar logs and have a 4 5/8-inch post that can be buried up to 48” deep.

Benefits & Uses for Ground Buried Kayak Racks

  • Ground-buried models must be used for outdoor storage.
  • Once installed, they cannot be easily moved or relocated.
  • Ground-buried kayak racks can be used on hills and uneven outdoor surfaces where freestanding racks would be difficult to level.
  • Not only can the posts be buried in the ground, but they can be attached directly to your dock for convenient on the water storage.
  • They provide added security.
  • They are ideal for heavier watercraft.

Freestanding Kayak Racks

These racks are self-supporting and do not need to be attached or anchored to the ground or a wall. Ours are each constructed with 4 5/8-inch posts and feet made from weather-resistant cedar logs to keep the rack stable.

Benefits & Uses for Freestanding Kayak Racks

  • Freestanding kayak racks can be used indoors or outdoors.
  • There is no need to screw or drill into your walls or the ground.
  • They can be single sided or double sided.
  • Freestanding racks require a level surface.
  • They can be moved much easier than ground buried racks when needed.
  • In windy locations, ground anchors might be necessary.

Choosing the Right Kayak Rack for You

Before you purchase your kayak rack, it’s important to know where you are going to be keeping it. Our freestanding racks provide great flexibility for indoor and outdoor storage, and they can be easily relocated. But if you are looking to install on a hillside or other uneven surface, on a dock or need the added security, ground-buried is probably the better option. You’ll also want to think about how many kayaks or canoes you are storing and your own style preferences.

Shop our ground buried and freestanding kayak racks online now or contact us for help in select the perfect kayak storage rack for your needs? We’d be happy to talk through the different design options or come up with a custom rack to meet your specific needs. Call Log Kayak Rack at 715-543-2006 or contact us online.

The Dos and Don’ts of Kayak Storage

It is the start of pumpkin spice season, and before you know it, the holidays are sneaking up along with company dropping over. It might be hard to squeeze in time to go kayaking. What is a kayaker to do with their gear for the fall and winter? We offer the best dos and don’ts of proper fall and winter kayak storage.

By storing your gear properly, you’ll protect it during the offseason and have less maintenance in the spring when you’re ready to start paddling again.

Top Four Don’ts of Kayak Storage

  1. Don’t leave it out in the sun. The UV rays could fade and damage the plastic.
  2. Don’t leave the cockpit uncovered unless you want a mouse or some other wild critter to make a home there.
  3. Don’t put the kayak outside unlocked. Not everyone is as honest as you.
  4. Don’t store the kayak dirty and wet. Clean off the sand, mud, and other yucky materials with a hose and let it air dry.

Top 5 Dos of Kayak Storage

  1. If you use a tarp or cover, put it so it is not in direct contact with the kayak. Moisture could be trapped and cause mold and fungus.
  2. Keep the kayak away from a heating source like a heater since it could damage the plastic.
  3. Put plastic kayaks on its side.
  4. Put away composite kayaks with the hull up or on its side.
  5. Store canoes upside down.

Custom, Quality Kayak Storage Solutions

Ensure your kayak and canoes proper storage by choosing a quality product designed specifically for kayak storage. Log Kayak Rack has a multitude of kayak storage racks that will provide your kayaks with a safe, secure and a darn good-looking place to stay until you’re once again ready for them. The racks are made from Northern White Cedar Logs, which are naturally weather resistant.

Log Kayak Rack offers kayak/canoe racks of every size. They offer storage racks that can hold 2, 4, 6, and even 8 kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards; plus, they can custom make anything you need.

The cedar storage and display racks are great for both outdoor and indoor and make it easy to organize a collection of water sports equipment.  The racks are not only perfect for kayaks but also canoes. Their capabilities to allow you to safely store other small boats, rafts, or boards you may have, up to 100 lbs.

They can also be easily portable, anchored, mounted and cable ties can be effortlessly installed to discourage theft. Best of all, they eliminate the need to haul your kayaks and canoes around. The racks make it easier to quickly get back out on the water when you’re ready or need time to mellow out for all the holiday hoopla.

For any questions or custom design requests, contact us at 1-715-543-2006.

Tips for Organizing All Your Water Sports Gear

When you have a free summer day, and the sun is shining, you don’t want to have to wonder where your kayak paddle is, stock your first-aid kit, or if your paddle board is ready. You want to go!

If you want to keep your water sports gear organized and hit the water faster, then read on! We share tips and tricks to keep everything where it’s supposed to be. Staying organized helps you get on the water, and it helps protect your equipment for the long run.

Organize Your Water Sports Gear

These storage tips help you find your gear quickly and take better care of your equipment.

Kayak, Canoe and, Paddle Board
Preserve the life of your kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards, by placing them on their custom rack between uses. If you’re using the equipment on the same day, then it’s okay to pull it out of the water and let it rest between uses.

However, for overnight storage and longer periods, make sure you store them properly in a custom storage rack. You invest in your equipment, so invest in a storage solution that will protect it! 

Paddles
You want to keep your paddles in the same place, but keep each kind of paddle separate from the others. You can do this by installing hooks to create a shelf in your garage or shed. Organize the paddles by highest use and make sure they’re at comfortable reach level. You shouldn’t need to use a ladder to grab your kayak paddles!

Life Jackets
Your life jackets need to be able to hang up and dry out after each use. You want them to properly dry while keep them off the ground and away from insects and dirt. A great way to store life jackets is for each person to be responsible for his or her life jacket with individual hooks. Have a couple of hooks for extra life jackets for when you have guests.

Wet Suits
Similar to life jackets, you need to let them completely dry out in between uses. This is important for the material’s durability, and it’s just not fun pulling on an already damp wet suit. Add hooks to the walls that will enable the wet suit to hang down without touching the ground and dry out.

First-Aid Kits
Your first aid kit should be somewhere that’s easily accessible and visible. It might be tempting to stuff your first-aid kit in your kayak and just leave it there all summer. If that means the difference between you remembering it or forgetting it on your next trip, then that’s okay. However, we recommend having the first-aid kit sit on a shelf near your paddles or life jackets to help you remember it.

By bringing it inside, you can check it over between trips to make sure you have everything you need and nothing is damaged. You don’t want to realize the band-aids are waterlogged when you’re on your next trip and you need them.

 Follow these tips for organizing all your water gear and you’ll increase the life of your equipment and be able to enjoy the water much faster!

For specific questions, inquiries or custom orders contact Log Kayak Rack at 1-715-543-2006.

Canoe Storage Rack

If you live or vacation near the water there is a good chance it is because you love the water, and there is no better way to enjoy the water than with a canoe. They are the perfect small boat for fishing, relaxing, excercising and voyaging. One of the most important things you can do to protect and preserve your canoe is to store it properly. Protect your canoe with a storage rack from Log Kayak Rack. Although kayak is in our name, our storage racks and stands work for all sorts of small boats, including canoes. Log Kayak Rack provides a variety of heavy-duty, weather-resistant canoe stands and storage racks that are handcrafted by Kurt. Kurt has more than 24 years of woodworking experience from building log homes and log furnishings. His love of water and the great outdoors led him to dedicate his talents to providing customers with beautiful watersport racks.

Custom Handcrafted Log Canoe Storage Rack

We carefully handcraft each and every one of our canoe storage racks and stands. All of our products are made new when ordered. When you give us a call, you will receive great customer service. Our number one goal is to make sure that we make and keep each and every one of our canoe storage customers happy. If we cannot talk the very moment you contact us, we will be sure to return your call in a timely manner. We understand that without your support we wouldn’t be able to run a successful business and that is why we treat you as number 1, just like how you should be treated.

Weather Resistant Outdoor Canoe Stands

If you are looking for a canoe stand or storage rack, you have come to the right place. We design canoe stands that can hold 2, 4, 6 or 8 canoes at a time. We choose to make our racks out of Northern White Cedar because it is naturally weather resistant and easy to maintain, making them great for the outdoors. They are absolutely beautiful and require nearly no upkeep. Because they are so esthetically pleasing, they look great either indoors or out. They are also easily portable, anchored, mounted, and you can install cable ties with ease.

Canoe Racks for Your Home or Cabin

When you are looking for a canoe rack for your home, cabin or guest house we are here for you. We ship our canoe racks anywhere in the United States and are happy to work with you though the entire process. You can select your canoe rack from our convenient standard rack combinations or we can work together to create a rack or stand that is custom for you. And remeber, our storage racks don’t just hold canoes. They can hold a combination of canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and more. When you choose a log storage system from Log Kayak Rack, no matter what type of watersport vehicle you have, you can rest assured it will be securely and effortlessly showcased and ready for your next adventure.

Shop online now or give us a call at 715-543-2006 to get started with a custom canon storage rack.

Customizable Small Boat Storage

Water sports are a favorite pastime for many who live in Minnesota, Wisconsin and surrounding areas. The Root River, Zumbro River and the St. Croix River are just a few of the favorite spots in MN and The Wolf River, Kickapoo River and the Lower Wisconsin River are some of Wisconsin’s most beautiful areas to take out your small boat. There are no shortage of amazing rivers where you can set sail with your favorite canoe, kayak or other small boat. When it is time to retire your boat for the day or the season, you want to be confident it will be protected and ready for your next adventure. Log Kayak Rack offers long lasting and durable customizable small boat storage systems for those who love watersports and own multiple small boats.

Custom Boat Storage MN and WI

Log Kayak Rack can build you a customized designed storage system that meets your unique needs. We can build a rack to store a variety of small boats including kayaks, canoes, stand up paddle boards, rafts, wakeboards, surfboards and any other type of small boats. Our crew enjoys a challenge and building custom storage racks for our customers are our favorite way to spend our time. You choose the dimensions, mounting options and how many boats you want to accommodate and we will make your dream a reality.

No matter what your vision is for your storage unit, you can be confident that a storage system from Log Kayak Rack will be high quality, durable and will last for years to come. We use 100% northern white cedar logs for each rack, which ensures that your storage rack will be beautiful and highly functional. These storage racks can be used indoors or outdoors, depending on your space and needs and you will not need to invest money down the road into any upkeep or maintenance. Our racks will protect your small boats, keeping them high and dry when they are not in the water. A well-built storage rack will help you protect your investment and your passion. The structure of your boats will remain intact when you store them properly, so that your boats will be ready for your next trip out onto the water.

Durable Strong Storage Racks

If you have an idea for a customizable storage system, call us today at (715) 543-2006 and we can get started. Draw a sketch of what you have in mind and our team will take it from there!

Canoe Storage Rack

If you have more than one canoe or other small boat, changes are good that you love being out on the water anytime you can. There is nothing better than soaking in the beauty of nature, spending time with friends or loved ones out on water in Minnesota. But, as the temperatures drop and winter arrives, your canoes, kayaks and other small boats spend more time out of the water than in it. Log Kayak Rack offers high quality, handcrafted storage racks to keep your boats safe, protected, high and dry. You can store 2, 4, 6 or even 8 boats on one of our storage racks that are made from 100% northern white cedar logs with glued mortise and tenon joinery for strength.

Protect Your Canoes When They Are Out Of The Water

What better way to protect your canoes and other boats this winter than investing in a storage unit that will keep them organized, safe, intact and out of the way? Our storage racks can accommodate all sizes and can even hold heavy boats up to 100 lbs each. In addition, if you have a special need for storage, our team is also happy to customize a storage rack to your unique specifications. We have built back to back double racks, single sided triple racks, H-shaped racks, T-shaped racks, A-frame or even a lean-to rack. Other important features of our storage racks include:

● Storage racks are durable and will last for many years;
● Storage racks can be kept indoors or out and can be finished or left unfinished;
● They keep the shape of your boat intact so it is ready to hit the water as soon as the temperatures warm up
● Racks have an attractive appearance – offer function and beauty
● There is no need to drag your boats around anymore;
● Easy assembly and made in the USA.

The team at Log Kayak Rack has more than 20 years of experience building storage racks for canoes, kayaks and other small boats. We take pride in every single rack we build and offer a one year warranty, free shipping anywhere in the US and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. When you work with Log Kayak Rack, you can also expect the best possible customer service. We will answer your questions and respond to your inquiries quickly and thoroughly so that you can make the best possible decision about your investment. Call us today at (715) 543-2006 for more information or to place your order.

Easy Canoe Storage

At Log Kayak Rack, providing our customers with easy canoe storage no matter where they are in the US is one of our top priorities. If you’ve had a canoe in the past that you didn’t properly store, you probably know the reasons why it is important to store your canoe appropriately. Our diverse canoe storage racks come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can be placed in multiple locations around your property. So, don’t be lazy when it comes to storing your new canoe. Instead, invest in one of our durable canoe storage options that makes the process simple.

Exceptional Durability

Made from Northern White Cedar, which is the most weather resistant wood on the market, your canoe storage rack from Log Kayak Rack will be able to handle whatever mother nature brings to the table. The exceptional durability that this storage rack provides helps our customers sleep easy at night, knowing that their canoes are safe and secure. These hand-made storage racks are built with mortise and tenon joinery and are glued and screwed as well, providing the greatest durability on the market.

Simple Assembly

When designing our canoe storage racks, the last thing we wanted to do was create a rack that was incredibly difficult to build. Our storage racks are 100% made in the USA, so it is always simple to contact us if you ever need any replacement parts. The assembly instructions are very easy to follow and we even provide an installation video on our website for customers to view.

Key Reasons to Choose Log Kayak Rack

Not only are our canoe storage racks easy to use, durable, and simple to assemble, but other key reasons to choose our team at Log Kayak Rack for easy canoe storage includes:

  • Organization – If you have more than one canoe, it becomes difficult to keep your canoes organized. With Log Kayak Rack, you can invest in our 2, 4, 6 or 8 slot canoe racks to help keep your items organized.
  • High and Dry – One of the most important parts of storing a canoe is keeping the item high and dry so that it dries out and no critters try and get into the canoe when it’s not in use. Our storage racks keep your canoe high off the ground with ease!

If you have learned from past experience just how important canoe storage can be, it is time for you to join forces with our team at Log Kayak Rack. To invest in our easy canoe storage system that provides a wide range of benefits for your canoe, give us a call today at 1(715) 543-2006 or email sales@logkayakrack.com.

Best Kayak & Canoe Storage Options

Inside the heartland of the United States, in the state of Wisconsin, Log Kayak Rack is a family-owned company, crafting, designing and producing kayak, canoe, and paddle board rack and storage options. All of our rack and storage units are made from reliable and natural Northern White Cedar Wood, making for an unquestionably attractive storage unit for your favorite water sport tools and toys.

Most hobbies are not cheap and any enthusiast will quickly recognize the importance of proper care and storage options for their expensive hobby tools. The longevity of your canoe you bought last summer, will be out on the water for many more future summers when it is properly stored high and dry on a sturdy rack. And our storage racks can carry equipment weighing over 100 pounds! Keep your property looking organized while simultaneously allowing your equipment to last longer.

Why Choose our Storage Rack Systems for Your Kayaks & Canoes?

Kayaks, canoes, as well as paddle boards can be heavy for some. With storage rack you can say good-bye to lugging boats around and off the ground on the days you need to mow the lawn or weed whack your grass because your equipment is securely stored above! But not all canoe and kayak racks are made equal. Here we’ll go over what makes our storage racks the best choice for storing your kayaks and canoes.

  • Our rack and storage units come in a wide array of styles and sizes to accommodate the type of equipment and number of boats you want to store.
  • Our systems can be finished to correlate with the fence and gates around your home, the siding of your house, or your dock by the water.
  • Our systems are naturally weather resistant making them a great choice for outdoor kayak and canoe storage, but not all our systems need to be kept outdoors. We can customize a unit to fit inside your home, shed or garage.
  • They are built to last, averaging between 20 and 25 years unfinished and outdoors.
  • They are strong and durable. Each rack can hold up to 100lbs.
  • We use a nice finish on all our natural Northern White Cedar Wood. Need a touch up? The finish we use is easily available at most retail stores near you.
  • Our racks are easily portable and can be fastened on the various walls of your home, on the outside of your garage, or right on your dock.
  • Customizing is another option if aesthetic beauty is important to you. With direction, we are here to accommodate your personal tastes.

Buy Your Log Kayak Rack Online

Our website is one click away. There you will find a gallery of our products as well as a video showing you just how easy it is to assemble your new storage unit and/or rack. Once your payment is received, expect your new storage rack to arrive within 2 weeks of the payment process. When your package arrives, all you need then, is one hammer, one power drill, and your two hands.

Multiple Canoe Rack

Are you the owner of multiple canoes or other small boats (kayaks, SUPs)? And, are you constantly looking for places to store them safely when they are not in the water? Your storage dilemma can finally be over. Log Kayak Rack offers beautiful, functional and durable storage racks for multiple canoes and/or other small boats. These storage racks allow you to keep your canoes safe, dry, intact and off the ground where they can easily be damaged over time. With our storage racks, all you have to do is bring your boat in off the water and place it on the rack and your problem is solved.

Heavy Duty, High Quality Canoe Storage

Log Kayak Rack makes heavy duty multiple canoe racks that are can be used indoors or out, based on your needs. All racks are made from high quality Northern White Cedar Wood, is beautiful, durable and long lasting. A canoe rack can easily last for many years and also extend the life of your boats. You can also save yourself time when you are not in the water, keeping your canoes and other boats organized, safe and the shape intact. These racks can be bolted into any wood surface using wood screws and the instructions that come with the rack.

Our team can design and build a canoe rack to meet your needs. We keep a wide variety of convenient rack combinations in stock and available for immediate shipping and are also happy to customize a rack to perfectly match your needs. We can customize length, width, height, and number of arms and number of boats that can be stored. Our team enjoys a challenge, so we welcome dialogue and sketches from you that give us more information about what you are looking for. Our racks accommodate boats that are up to 100 lbs each and if you have any concerns about whether your boat will fit onto our racks, just give us a call and we will give you a definitive answer.

Racks Ship Quickly and Are Easy To Assemble

Canoe racks are easy to assemble, made in the USA and ship for free with 5 day handling, so you can have the rack on your dock THIS SEASON. Rack prices start at $384.99, an affordable solution for your canoe storage needs. For more information or to speak with a member of the Log Kayak Rack team, call us today at (715) 543-2006 or email sales@logkayakrack.com.

Not Your Average Kayak, Canoe & SUP Racks

If you enjoy the outdoors, especially watersports, you go where the action is and probably prefer to be out in nature rather than sitting around at home in front of the TV. You love adventure and nothing is more fun than kayaking, paddle boarding and canoeing. Even though you prefer to be on the water, you also recognize the importance of storing your small boat to keep it safe and ready for your next trip! Make sure your kayak, canoe and SUP rack is up for the task.

Unique Durable Small Boat Storage Systems

Log Kayak Rack offers a wide selection of heavy duty kayak, canoe and stand-up paddle board (SUP) storage racks, handcrafted from beautiful northern white cedar logs. These aren’t your average kayak rack. Our durable storage systems are designed to hold multiple small boats, are strong and weather resistant, and add to the natural, rustic beauty of their surroundings. Many of our racks are free standing, which means that they can be used both inside and out. While we certainly realize that you would much rather be out on the water, our storage racks offer a way to organize your boats, keep your home or cabin looking clean and protect your kayak, canoe or SUP.

Benefits of Log Kayak Rack’s Equipment Storage

There are many things that set our weatherproof watercraft storage systems apart from the competition.

  • Our protective kayak, canoe and SUP racks can be finished to match your home, fence, trim, gate, dock, Etc. An unfinished option is also available.
  • The northern white cedar that we use is beautiful enough to keep indoors but is also durable enough to stay outdoors, making it a year-round storage option.
  • Our storage system can support even the heaviest kayaks, canoes, paddle boards and other small boats. (Our racks are built to support over 100 lbs.)
  • We use a finish that can easily be found at many local retailers so that you can touch up the rack if you need to.
  • Durably constructed and will last you many years!
  • Easy to follow assembly instructions and video on our website.
  • All of our products are made in the USA.

Order your Log Kayak Rack Online

Our storage racks have a lot of flexibility and can hold 2, 4, 6 or 8 small boats depending on how many you have. We can also custom build a rack to meet the specific needs of your space, all you need to do is let us know what you are looking for. Now you can keep your property more organized and showcase your kayaks, canoes and SUPs, instead of tripping over them. Contact Log Kayak Rack for more information at 1-715-543-2006 or shop our standard kayak and canoe rack collection online now.