How Much To Ship A Kayak?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Kayaks, paddle-boards, and used items are excluded from all on-line order shipping

. For on-line orders shipped within the 48 US contiguous States we offer the following three shipping options: USPS Priority Mail (typically 1-2 day delivery, but not guaranteed), UPS Ground, UPS 3-Day Select.

How do I ship my kayak?


Wrap large sheets of bubble wrap around your cardboard kayak, keeping it tight

. Use several layers of bubble wrap to give your vessel extra protection and keep it secure by wrapping packaging tape around it all. If you choose to use packaging foam, you'll probably find that the tape doesn't stick very well.

What freight class is a kayak?

Class Name Examples Weight Per Cubic Foot
Class 300

Wooden cabinets, tables, chairs, model boats, kayaks/canoes, chassis 2 – 3 lbs
Class 400 Deer antlers, light fixtures 1 – 2 lbs Class 500 (Low Density or High Value) Bags of gold dust, ping pong balls Less than 1 lb

How much does it cost to ship a canoe across country?

While cost varies considerably depending on the carrier, you can expect to pay approximately

$200 to $300

to ship your /kayak over 2,000 miles.

How much does it cost to ship a kayak paddle?


Shouldn't be more than $20

for shipping, UPS or USPS. Fold it up in a ~6′ X ~40′′ piece of cardboard, cut & fold the ends in. I have had good success with shipping paddles via Fed Ex for under $20. Never even put them in a box – just slap the label on the face of the paddle.

How do you pack a kayak in a moving truck?

Pickup Truck. The easiest method of transportation is simply

throwing the kayak in the back of a pickup truck and securing it with a couple tie downs

. Simply leave the tailgate down and allow the kayak to stick out the back of the truck, with a red flag on the end.

How do I ship a kayak overseas?

  1. Proof of ownership via a bill of sale.
  2. Proof the boat conforms to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Standards.
  3. Duty rates that apply to recreational boats, including kayaks.

How do I ship a canoe?

The most popular way to transport a canoe or kayak is

with a roof rack

. Roof racks are nice because they offer a safe and secure way to transport any small vessel. They are readily available for many types of cars, trucks, and vans. On the other hand, roof racks can get expensive.

Can you mail a canoe?


yes it is possible but costly

. You will have to ship it with a freight carrier. UPS will not ship a canoe. Wrap the hell out of it with bubble wrap and then shrink wrap it.

What is Class 55 freight mean?

Freight Class 55 is

the class above 50

, so it will typically have heavier commodities that are easier to handle with a lower liability. Determining the precise freight class number on a shipment is important because it will ensure a more accurate quote and it will save you from costly delays and reclassification fees.

What is shipping Class 50?

Freight shipping class 50

applies to only the densest and easily transportable freight items

. Typically, to qualify for code 50, a shipment must have a weight range per cubic foot of over 50 lbs, be very durable and easily handled, and able to be shrink-wrapped and stowed on a standard 4×4 pallet.

What is freight class 400?

Class 400.

The weight per cubic foot of class 400 is 1-2 pounds

. This is where it starts becoming noticeably expensive. Deer antlers are one of the items that fall into class 400, as they're very difficult to store, niche, and cumbersome.

How far can a kayak hang out of a truck?

Depending upon your specific kayak and the truck you drive, most kayaks will stick out anywhere from

2′ to over 4′ beyond the rear bumper of your truck

. It is considered ‘good practice' to always place a red or orange flag on the rear of your kayak! Not only for safety reasons but to protect your expensive gear!

Can you ship a kayak UPS?

There are a number of ways to ship a kayak. The first thing you should know is that

this isn't something that will ship well by FedEx, UPS, or any shipping company that usually deals in smaller packages

. They'll consider the cargo oversized and it will cost you much more money than you thought it would.

How fast can you drive with a kayak on the roof?

How fast can you drive with a Kayak on your car rooftop? You should drive between

60-90mph

if you would be driving with a Kayak on the roof of your car. Although, driving at 60mph is perfect regardless of your vehicle type, you may want to take it a notch higher and get the speed up to 80-90mph.

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