Can a Canoe Carried on the Roof be Tied Down to a Trailer Hitch on a 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon

Question:

I bought the rack and the extra underhood straps for the front. It sees to be recommended to tie the canoes front rope to a cross rope between the two straps . What about in back? Just a single rope to the trailer hitch? 2011 subaru outback wagon.

asked by: Roy M

Helpful Expert Reply:

You can tie off the bow or stern of the canoes to a single point such as the safety chain loop on a trailer hitch or a tow hook. Provided that the canoe is secured to a safe place at the front and rear of the vehicle and cannot come loose and does not affect normal use of the vehicle you ca attached then wherever you want.

Thule also has a neat item, Malone Hood loops # MPG308. These tie downs have a cylinder that you would close under the hood or trunk of a vehicle while leaving the strap part hanging out so you can just tie off to the strap. I included a video showing these quick loops for you.

expert reply by: Michael H