Tired of finding creative ways to store your kayaks and paddleboards? Is your garage starting to look AND feel messy? If you made an investment in a fun summertime activity, but could do without the clutter and headaches, then it may be time to install a few garage storage racks.
Larger items such as boats, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, wakeboards, and of course the odds and ends that come with each, take up a ton of space. And chances are you’re parking a car in there too. By utilizing garage storage racks, you can free up a ton of critical space. You can also keep your gear in better condition. If you’ve ever considered utilizing garage storage racks, then keep reading to learn more!
A Simple Way to Change Your Space
By utilizing garage storage racks, you can easily stage your favorite water items and gear for future use. Add a variety of wall racks and watch your garage floor reappear like magic. And one of the many benefits to installing or placing wall racks for your kayak or paddleboard is that they’re designed to efficiently use the space you already have, allowing you to store even more. In fact, if spaced properly, you may be able to store multiple kayaks, paddleboards, and more all in one space.
Consider how much easier it would be to fetch your kayak or paddleboard with an open floor at your feet. Tending and cleaning your toys becomes easier too. Your valuable items will always be in their dedicated space; secure, elevated, and safe from unnecessary wear and tear.
Storing Your Kayak & Paddleboard
Kayaks are fun and relatively lightweight for their size, but tricky to store because of their unique shape. By utilizing a wall rack (like Mantra Racks Dock/Wall Mounts paired with the L2K System) you can have your kayak or stand-up paddleboards stored horizontally. Overhead clearance is no longer an issue, which is especially helpful if you have a large two person kayak. With garage wall racks, you can even mount multiple kayaks on the wall.
The same applies to a SUP, also known as a stand-up paddleboard. They’re also relatively lightweight, but again, have an odd shape that requires a unique mount to hold them securely. A garage storage rack can handle that too! Lessen your odds of stubbing your toe or tripping over your beloved board, time and time again.
Types of Garage Wall Racks
There are a handful of wall rack options out there, and some will likely meet your needs better than others. Some racks attach to a garage storage rack system while others stand alone. We’ll fill you in on a few options right below.
Dual-Purpose Racks
At Manta Racks, designing sleek, efficient, space-saving racks is our specialty. That’s why we’ve created perfect, dual-purpose solutions to help free up space on your boat and off of it. By investing in any of the following systems, you’ll also be able to store the following items on land and haul them on your boat too! Storage savings all around.
To solve any space-related issues with your garage, we’ve designed two helpful mounts. The first is our Dock/Wall Mounts for S1, S2, & L2K. This design comes with two mounts and perfectly pairs with the following rack systems: Manta Racks S1, Manta Racks S2, or Manta Racks L2K. Depending upon which rack system you choose, you can store one paddleboard, two paddleboards, or one kayak.
And if you’re looking to house a wakeboard or waterskis then be sure to check out our Single Dock/Wall Mount which pairs with our Manta Racks B2 System. Again, when you pair one of our mounts with a Manta Racks System, you’re solving two issues: storing your water toys on your boat and also storing them in your garage or dock.
Wall-Mounted Racks
Maybe you don’t have a boat, but rather you haul your SUP or kayak by vehicle and launch from the dock. That’s great too! And in that case, you may be looking for a really simple storage option that stores your items in the garage. In that case, we’re proud to offer our Wall Racks. Made of sturdy, powder-coated aluminum, these racks bolt through pre-set holes to a wall stud and come in three colors: Aqua Camo, Snow Camo, and teak.
Ceiling Rack
These are basic, easy-to-install “T-style” racks that bolt to your ceiling joists. The “T” drops low enough to manage the bulk of a full-sized kayak but can easily fit above your garage door.
Pulley Systems
Another innovation that mounts to your roof joists, these simple-to-operate pulleys are a handy option for some. They will give you the power to lift your kayak or SUP flush with the garage ceiling and out of the way. Tie off the guide rope and forget about it until summertime.
Manta Racks is Here to Solve Your Storage Issues
Your water toys are an investment. Your home is an investment. Your car is an investment. And your garage is linked to all three. It needs to be appreciated for the sacred responsibility it holds. Organization, cleanliness, and care are all made more plausible with garage storage racks. Once you see how amazing your space looks when everything has a home, you’ll be grateful you made an investment in your new wall storage racks.
Move beyond clunky, boring garage racks and choose an efficient, dual-purpose system from Manta Racks. With many colors and styles, you can accent your garage and safely secure your kayak, SUP, wakeboard, or more easily, every time!
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