How to make a DIY kayak rack

Cut the lumber

• Cut the 4×4 in half.
• Cut the 2×6 into:
  • Two 32-in. pieces, mitered 22.5 degrees on one end (bottom racks).
  • Two 7-1/2-in. pieces (bottom rack feet).
• Cut the 2x4s into:
  • Two 28-in. pieces, mitered 22.5 degrees on one end (top racks).
  • Four 18-in. pieces, mitered 22.5 degrees on both ends (upright feet).
  • Two 20-in. pieces, mitered 45 degrees on both ends (cross braces).

Note: When mitering 2×4 cross braces and 2×4 feet, point both cuts inward, like boats (\__/).