tying down a canoe

[longbaugh17]

I am having problems tying down a canoe to my 2004 4dr Mazda3 GS. I am currently using hooks attatched to the plastic guard underneath the front bumper and the tie down hooks under the rear. I think the rear tie down hooks are fine, but im worried about the front bumper tearing off if i go over a large bump or something. I cant seem to find a way to attatch the front straps to the frame of the car without removing the plastic underguard. If anyone has any solutions to this problem it would be much appreciated.

 

[goldwing2000]

Maybe through the lower grille and attached to the metal part of the front bumper? (scratch)

 

[Forrest]

Pop off the little circle in your bumper and use the tow ringlet.

 

[longbaugh17]

I thought of using the little ringlet.....but unfortunately i need two anchor points to safely tie the canoe down. I may use the ringlet for one rope....but i cant think of anything for the second.

 

[Airman Jack]

I ended up using a single tie down through the tow ring in the front of my Sport, and two at the back for stability and had no problems at speeds of up to 110km/h. I would recommend using a roof rack if you can find one that fits, that should work out just fine.

 

[Mr. Win]

duct tape.

 

[mobomelter]

duct tape.

do not do that.

 

[uclap5]

zip ties?