How to Protect Kayaks From the Sun

Whether you have a little house on the beach or a cabin in the mountains, the sun will continue to shine on your gear. Just like we should protect our skin from the sun’s damaging UV rays, we should also protect our kayaks, surfboards and other outdoor gear.

The sun’s UV rays can damage almost any surface after prolonged periods of exposure. It’s best to take the necessary precautions to ensure your watercraft is ready for adventure at any time.

3 Ways to Protect Your Kayak From the Sun

It’s important to understand that your kayak is made out of plastic that can quickly age due to sun exposure. However, with a little prevention, you can keep your kayak protected for years to come.

1.    Store Your Kayak Out of the Sun

The number one way to protect your kayak is to keep it out of direct sunlight when storing. During regular use, overexposure isn’t a concern. However, if you store your kayak in full sun, overexposure is likely. Place your kayak upside down and off the ground for optimum protection.

2.    Invest in Kayak Protectant

Kayak protectant is a spray that you apply to your kayak, just like sunscreen. It deflects the sun’s rays, protecting the brittle plastic underneath. It’s easy to apply and relatively inexpensive, perfect for use on all of your watercraft.

3.    Consider Purchasing a Kayak Cover

A kayak cover is a great way to deflect the sun’s damage while also keeping the inside of your kayak clean and dry. You can purchase a full kayak cover for the entire body as well as a cockpit cover to protect the inside.

Choose a Kayak Storage Rack for Ultimate Protection

No sun protection regimen is complete without the proper storage for your gear. A log kayak rack is a great way to store your kayaks, small boats, longboards and more safely and securely. They make it easy to store your watercraft off the ground, away from sources of potential wear and tear. Plus, they help organize your home, lodge or cabin.

Want to Learn More About Protecting Your Gear?

Your kayak is a source of fun and enjoyment throughout the year. Protect your kayak by storing it out of the sun, considering kayak protectant and investing in a quality cover. For ultimate protection, order a custom kayak rack to fit your storage needs. To learn more about protecting your gear, send us a message!

What Size Kayak Rack is Right for Me?

Your kayaks, small boats and other watercraft need a safe place to call home when not in use. Proper storage helps protect your kayaks from wear and tear and organizes your outdoor space. However, how do you choose a kayak rack that’s the perfect fit?

What Watercraft Will You Be Storing and Where?

First and foremost, it’s important to consider what watercraft you’ll be storing. Do you own kayaks alone? Or, do you need to store kayaks and a small john boat? A log kayak rack can store:

  • Canoes
  • Stand up paddleboards
  • Rafts
  • Wakeboards
  • Surfboards
  • Small boats
  • Skis

And so much more. Understanding what you need to store will help you decide what size kayak rack will best hold it all. Our storage racks are built to withstand weights of 100 to 150 pounds, depending on the size.

You’ll also need to consider where your storage rack will be placed at your home or lodge. Will you want your rack to stand freely outside? Or, do you want to display your kayak by hanging it on a tree or wall? You can also choose a kayak rack that mounts to your dock. Where you wish to place your storage rack will directly impact the size.

Choose a Custom Kayak Rack Design to Fit Your Needs

For any configuration or size specifications, we create log kayak racks to fit. If you can’t seem to find a configuration that works, you can choose a custom kayak rack designed just for you. Often, depending on the number of watercraft, multiple storage racks work best.

Beyond customizing the size of your rack, we also offer different finishing options to fit the look and feel of your home, lodge or cabin. Log kayak racks are easy to assemble and will last for many years to come.

Need Help Deciding Which Kayak Rack is Best?

Do you still need help deciding which kayak rack will fit your storage needs the best? Want to order a custom kayak rack design? You can send us a message today for answers to all of your questions or to get started on that custom design.

How to Order a Custom Kayak Rack Online

Your outdoor sports equipment such as your kayaks deserve proper storage. During the off-season, your kayaks, boats, longboards and more have the potential to suffer wear and tear if stored on the ground or in a tight space. A custom kayak storage rack is made to fit your unique needs out of premium materials and built tough to withstand years of use.

It’s All in the Details: Creating Your Kayak Rack Specs

Before you order your custom kayak rack, you should understand the specifications you need your kayak rack built to satisfy. Our custom racks are built in many different sizes. First, decide what you’ll need to store. Do you own mostly kayaks? Or, do you own a mix of watersport equipment? From here, you can choose between:

  • 8 Place Storage Rack: Perfect for storing up to eight kayaks and canoes.
  • 6 Place Storage Rack: This rack is great for storing up to six kayaks, canoes, paddleboards or a mix of all three.
  • 4 Place Storage Rack: Our quad racks are perfect for small groups that want to store their kayaks, canoes or paddleboards together.
  • 2 Place Storage Rack: With two slots in the front, you can store a combination of equipment or two of the same.
  • 2 Place Double Sided Rack: This two-sided rack offers a slot on both sides for lower to the ground access for kayaks, canoes, small boats and
  • 2 Place Mountable Rack: This rack is mountable, allowing you to store your equipment on a wall of your choice.

Once you decide on a configuration, decide on which finish you would like for your rack including unfinished, finished with one coat of natural stain or finished with one coat of canyon brown stain. From here, you’re ready to place your first order.

Ordering Your Kayak Rack Online

To order your kayak online, our online store makes it easy. Simply click Shop Online to see the vast selection of configurations and options. Find a configuration that fits your needs, choose your finish and add your rack to the cart. Don’t forget to purchase ground screw anchor kits to keep your rack secure.

Once you’re ready to check-out, continue through the purchasing process and pay via credit card or PayPal. You can expect your rack to ship within one week of your purchase.

Reach Out to Log Kayak Rack Today

Need help ordering the right custom storage rack for your space? Send us a message today!

Kayak Storage Key West

Kayaking in Key West, Florida is a beautiful thing! No wonder this is a place many travel from around the world to experience. If you own a resort, live near or in Key West and are an avid paddler, chances are your kayak is put away somewhere right now… Is that place helping your kayak or hurting your kayak? Log Kayak Rack has created a safe solution for kayaks in storage everywhere! Our Log Kayak Racks are made out of Northern White Cedar and designed so that the kayak(s) you have now can take more trips into the backwoods or out on the open water. We want you to get the most out of your kayak(s) by investing in the life of your water boat with proper storage.

Keep your Kayak Looking Good

Keeping your kayak safe means that you and/or your customers can hit the waters anytime. Kayaks and other aquatic equipment need to be kept safe while in use to prevent leaks, holes and other deformations, the same goes for when they are not being used. Here are some tips for keeping the condition of any kayaks you own solid.

  • Shade Kayaks from the Sun
  • Rinse off Kayaks after each Adventure
  • Keep them off of the hard Ground
  • Store them Upside down to Prevent Water Collection
  • Inspect for any Deep Scratches after your Journeys

A kayak that is not being paddled or rented isn’t in its element. Be sure to take care of the condition of your kayak(s) so that when the feeling strikes you can quickly grab a kayak and enjoy the beauty of the Florida Keys around you.

Kayak Storage Rack

Consider investing in our hand-crafted log kayak rack designs to safely store and easily get to your kayaks in Key West. We have storage racks that hold 2 to 6 kayaks at a time or we can bring a custom design to life for you and ship it right to your door. Kayaking in Key West is possible no matter the time of year, so capitalize on the benefits of where you are and enjoy a beautiful, handcrafted log kayak rack built to protect your investments, as well as stand up to the weather and the test of time.

Contact Log Kayak Rack today with any questions or custom orders for a Kayak Storage & Display Rack in Key West, Florida.  Reach us by email at sales@logkayakrack.com or call us (715) 543-2006.

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Boat Rack NC

Paddling on the French Broad River Paddle Trail in Asheville, kayaking on Lake Johnson in Raleigh, or canoeing on Lake Norman, North Carolina’s largest manmade lake, there’s really no better way to explore the North Carolina waterways and to get close to nature. While we all put a lot of effort into planning our time on the water, Log Kayak Rack makes it convenient for you to properly store your canoe, kayak, or SUP while you’re not in the water.

Reasons For Using Canoe/Kayak/ Paddle Board Rack

Much of the damage that your small boats and paddle boards sustain can occur when they are improperly stored. A boat rack by Log Kayak Rack keeps your boat elevated off the damp ground, protected from the elements, and away from critters that can nest and cause damage. Storing your kayak on a boat rack by Log Kayak Rack allows you to organize your boats in a way that actually looks good, keeps your shoreline looking tidy, and helps keep the look and the shape of your boat intact. Sliding your boat off the rack, knowing it is already in great condition sure beats having to drag your boat from the ground.

The Best Quality Boat Racks Made In The USA

There’s no need for high-tech when it comes to a top quality canoe rack, SUP rack, or kayak rack construction from Log Kayak Rack. Our boat racks are each hand crafted individually using Northern White Cedar for the best resistance to any type of weather. Built to last, our boat racks are durable and depending on the size of the rack, strong enough to hold from 100 to 150 pounds, allowing you to store several different watercraft from rowboats and rafts to stand up paddle boards and surf boards. Take a look at our photo gallery for a glimpse of some of the uses of our boat racks.

NC Boat Racks In Any Size

Our standard selection of boat racks are built to hold 2, 4, 6, and even 8 canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards in varying combinations. And during the course of over 20 years of building boat racks, Log Kayak Rack has completed numerous custom boat storage rack designs with the same handcrafted quality. So if you’re looking for something to fit your exact specifications and needs, let us work with you to design exactly what you need for your boat storage in NC.

To learn more about our versatile boat racks or our custom made boat racks in NC, give us a call today at 715-543-2006, or email us at sales@logkayakrack.com.

Featured On Animal Planet 2016

Well folks, as we end 2015, it’s time we start thinking about our future. Log Kayak Rack has improved and restored the way so many people store their precious kayaks, canoes and stand up paddle boards. We are proud of the things we have accomplished this year and look forward to the upcoming year! We have lots of things in store, including a featured on Animal Planet in 2016. If you enjoy the outdoors as much as we do, tune in and check us out on the hit show, Restoration Wild.

Teaming Up with Restoration Wild

There is so much nature has to offer, without all of the man-made materials that factories produce. Restoration Wild focuses on the rediscovery of things within nature and turns them into a work of art, both usable and pretty to look at. Fallen trees and dilapidated barns are turned into wondrous homes that end in jaw-dropping results. The mastermind behind the show, Chaikin, and his highly skilled team of restoration professionals search the woodlands to create livable, amazing spaces and reconnect its viewers with the wonders of nature.

Log Kayak Rack’s Role

So who wouldn’t want to take part in this great adventure? Log Kayak Rack is proud to collect pieces of wood and turn them into usable and functional storage purposes for outdoor and water play. While we can’t give away everything because the show asks us to remain top secret on the project, we can tell you that the end result is worth tuning in for! As they renovate a place called Buckley’s Mountainside Canoes, it has been rumored that guests are able to “canoe and brew” down the beautiful river. Sounds like a nice vacation to us!

Our Racks

While doing something fun, and being a part of this renovation project and show production was exciting, our real joy comes from those that are desperately needing and wanting a place to store their water toys. Whether you have a canoe, kayak, paddle board, or any other smaller water device, it needs to be stored correctly. Giving families many years to make memories with these items is what fills our hearts with joy. Log Kayak Racks are built to last both indoors and outdoors. They offer an attractive finish that any water lover will enjoy.

So cheers to a new year filled with many fond memories with friends and family! Please tune into Animal Planet in 2016 and check Log Kayak Rack out on Restoration Wild.