riverman wrote:

That's an interesting theory. I've always tried to put the bow
behind
the front of the car, that way the wind will actually tighten the
line
running from the bow to the front of the car. I see your point
though.
I'll have to think about this.


Its more than a theory. I've lashed a LOT of canoes onto roofs, and
this
method has proven to be bombproof. I've also noticed that the wind
has a
much smaller effect than braking; things lashed on roofs tend to work

themselves forward instead of backwards. But try some ideas out for
yourself
and let us know what you discover.

I didn't think about braking. That makes sense. I'm sold! I like the
fact this method doesn't rely solely on the racks to hold up. That
makes me nervous no matter how great the rack is.

By the way, slight change of plans. I ended up with a new Nissan
Sentra. I'm guessing they are the same as a Corolla, though.
Thanks!

Chuck.