The short answer
Kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are long rather than heavy, so the constraint is internal van length, not weight. Most sit-in kayaks and SUPs fit a large van; canoes over four metres may need a Luton. PORTR quotes online once you give the length.
Why is length the deciding factor for watercraft?
A kayak, canoe or paddleboard is usually well within any sensible weight limit, so what matters is the internal length of the vehicle carrying it.
On a dedicated PORTR run your board or hull travels inside one van from collection to delivery, so the only real question is the internal length you need. Give the measurement and the quote sizes the vehicle for you.
How should watercraft be prepared for transport?
Empty the hatches, remove the seat and any loose fittings, and secure the rudder or skeg. Drain any water out, because trapped water adds weight and moves in transit.
Protect the hull where straps will bear. A folded blanket or foam pad at each strap point prevents the compression marks that appear when a lightweight hull is strapped directly.
How is long-item delivery priced?
From the vehicle the length requires, the real road distance, the handling time and the access at each end. Long items are usually a one-person lift, so crew costs stay low even when the vehicle is large.
Give an accurate length. Under-declaring it is the one thing that guarantees the wrong van arrives.
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