VertiYak
Storage Space Saver
Short of renting (and paying for) kayaks and/or paddleboards due to limited space in your tow vehicle or trailer this season, the VertiYak is just one solution to easily bring along these cumbersome items with room to spare. A vertical hitch-mounted carrier that’s designed to transport one to two kayaks or paddleboards up to 4 m (12 ft), it can be mounted to a standard 2” receiver (on a truck or RV) and the kayaks or paddleboards must be able to fit in the lower cradle for easy transporting. Each opening measures 28 x 43 cm (11.5 x 17 in) and the lower cradle has three mounting heights to adjust for clearance. Before departing, the company recommends to secure kayaks or paddleboards with two ratcheting straps at the strap loops and also be extra cautious of overhead obstacles for smoother journeys.
MRSP: $429 (USD)
VertiYak