: Here are my plans....
: I plan to make a very simple rack by bolting 2 x 4 s to my camper shell
: (sealing the connections of course). I have an idea of making two carrier
: brackets that can be attached and removed from the 2 x 4 s as needed. I
: don't see why they shouldn't basically be shaped like the cradles I built
: the boat in. I could put a piece of wood or bungee/rope across the top. I
: also plan to tie off the bow and stern to the truck ends with rope. I have
: seen people without these but I want to be careful.

: So you can tell I am leaning towards orienting the boat in the upright
: position for transporting. I would be interested to know if that is
: preferred or not for a Greenland style kayak.

: Thanks,

Tony,
Sounds like what I did for a rack to transport my Guillemot. I traced the forms at the proper position to create cradles. I then placed the cradles on the roof rack (also used to carry ladders) of my van. A couple of straps and presto! I drove 3 hours to New Hampshire last fall and other trips too, no problems. I prefer straps to bungees because, once tightened they stay put, and don't seem to be affected by gusts. I would steer away from lines on the ends, I wonder if they place excessive stress on the boat.
I'm making a rack to go on a trailer that I already have. I now have 2 wooden kayaks, 2 plastic kayaks and a canoe. I plan to use the cradle idea for the wooden boats, and carry the tupperyaks on edge, like the Thule-style setup. When I get it done, I'll post the results.
Have fun!
Steve
www.steve-frederick.com