: Hmmm, the crossbars on my roof rack are about 3 feet apart. I put 16 and 18
: foot kayaks on them, and drive at hwy speeds, on a regular basis. I use a
: bow line, too. I don't think that the size of the car underneath the roof
: rack makes much of a difference. So what if it overhangs more than you'd
: like? Just tie a red flag to the stern and go.

: Alternatively, Tom Yost made a rack extension for his car, to support a
: longer boat. As has Reg Lake. I can't find any pics, but they work.

: In any case, be sure to tie down the bow! Some people tie down the stern,
: too, which can't hurt. Try not to bend your boat in half.

: So, you can go with a longer boat, and likely you'll be happier in the end.

: Heeling is a term that sailors use to describe when their boat leans over to
: the side. Is that what you were referring to? Realistically, any kayak you
: build, or ever paddle, will lean over - though some are tippier than
: others, of course. Most sit-on-tops are designed to be fairly stable . . .
: .

Tom carries his Sea Glider on his Mini, the Glider is over 19' long and I doubt your car is smaller than a Mini.

Bill H.