How To Transport A Ping Pong Table In Minivan Or SUV?

Everyone wants to transport a ping pong table in a minivan, SUV, or any car without damage from home to point goal. But most table parts get damaged during transport.

There are two ways to safely transport a ping pong table in a minivan and SUV.

1) Divide the table into multiple pieces and remove the minivan or SUV backseat As needed then fit it in.

2) Place a ping pong table on the roof of your minivan or SUV.

In this blog post, I will explain these 2 two ways with safety tips for fitting and transporting a ping pong table.

At the end of this article, you will know how to transport a ping pong table in minivan or SUV.

Can every ping pong table be transported in a minivan and SUV?

Yes,  Every ping pong table can be transported in a minivan and SUV.

But for large tables, it is better to divide them into parts and then fit them inside or outside the minivan or SUV.

There are three types of ping pong tables. Full-size ping pong table, Mid-size ping pong table, and junior ping pong table.

1. Full-size ping pong table:

A full-size or official-size ping pong table can be transported in a minivan and SUV but it will be a little bit difficult. 

2. Mid-size Ping Pong Table:

Mid-size ping pong tables can easily be transported in any car. Just fold the Mid-size table and place it in your car.

The mid-size ping pong table is smaller than the full-size ping pong table and junior ping pong table.

3. Junior ping pong table:

A junior ping pong table is not a full-size ping pong table but it is bigger than a Mid-size ping pong table. Junior tables can easily fit inside the minivan and SUV after dividing them into parts.

Sizes of three ping pong tables: 

1. Full-size ping pong table

The full-size or official-size ping pong table is 9 feet (108 inches) in length, 5 feet (60 inches) in width, and 2.5 feet (30 inches) in height.

2. Mid-size Ping Pong Table:

The Midsize ping pong table is 72 inches in length, 36 inches in width, and 30 inches in height.

3. Junior ping pong table:

The junior ping pong size is 81 inches in length, 45 inches in width, and 30 inches in height.

How to transport a ping pong table safely in a minivan or SUV?

It can be a challenge to transport a table tennis table, but with the right strategy, it can be done. You can safely transport a table tennis table in an SUV or minivan without damage by following 2 methods with 9 safety points.

Prepare the table for the transport position.

For transport of table, first of all, prepare the table for transport position. In the first step remove the net from the table surface. Second, fold up both pieces of the table.

Third, remove the legs from the table. After these steps, the table does split into multiple pieces.

Note: In the case of junior ping pong table or mid-size ping pong table, the legs do not need to be removed.

Method 1: Transport a ping pong table in the backseat of a minivan or SUV

Once you split the table into multiple pieces, then cover both sides of each piece of the table with Epe foam.

The Epe foam is a soft foam that will prevent any damage to the table during transport.

Load your ping pong table carefully into your vehicle after packing each half with Epe foam.

And when it comes to fitting the table into the vehicle, first remove one or more back seats of the vehicle then the table is easy to fit inside of the vehicle.

After placing the table pieces in the car, make sure each piece does not move and stays in place. This is for a safe journey. 

For this, you can also use rope, and straps to tie table pieces and make them fit perfectly.

Let’s try another method if that doesn’t work for you.

Method 2: Transport  a ping pong table on the top of minivan or SUV

If you want to take your ping pong table with you, and don’t want to remove the back seat of your car. Then this method is yours. Let’s see your method.

You will, however, need a rack on your car roof to do this. To begin you will buy a car rack.

You may get them from any local automobile parts shop or order them online for delivery right to your house! 

When you have got a car rack, then install the car rack on top of your minivan or SUV. To access the top of the vehicle, and load table use a step-ladder.

After installing the roof rack, you should cover each piece of the table with Epe foam all around.

When the brake is applied, the table moves around a bit, and the Epe foam prevents scratches on the bottom.

After that, place them on a rack. There is no need to keep the net and legs on the rack, only place the two pieces on the rack. You should keep the legs and net in the car.

When all the pieces are put on securely, tie them to the car rack with a rope or straps. The ropes and straps will keep each piece tightly secure during transport. 

These are two methods for transporting a ping pong table safely. For any method, do not forget to use Epe foam and rope or straps to keep the table pieces stay secure during transport.

Safety Tips for fitting a ping pong table in the Minivan and SUV

1) Always use tie-downs or ropes to secure the table in place, making sure that it will not move around during transport.

2) Make sure that the table is completely covered with Epe foam to avoid damage. 

3) Make sure there are no children or pets around when loading or unloading a ping pong table. because they could get injured by something falling.

Safety Tips for transporting a ping pong table in the minivan and SUV

1) Ensure that the table is securely attached to the car before driving.

2) Drive slowly and carefully when transporting the table.

3) Be careful when driving over potholes, as this can cause the table to move a little up and down and damage the table.

4) If you are transporting the table on a long trip, take a break every few hours to make sure the table is still in place and hasn’t shifted around.

Top 3 best ping pong tables for quick and easy transport in any car

How much does it cost to ship your table from one location to the next?

There are a few factors that determine the cost of shipping a table, including the size and weight of the table, as well as the distance between the two locations.

Generally speaking, the cost of shipping a small table will be less than the cost of shipping a larger table. 

But using an online shipping calculator, you can estimate the cost of shipping your table. I’m talking about FedEx and online shopping calculators.

Conclusion:

Transporting a ping pong table in a minivan and SUV can be cumbersome if not done correctly.

But following the above-mentioned steps and safety tips you can easily transport your table without any damage.

Be sure to use Epe foam and rope or straps to keep the pieces of the table secure during transit.

Following the 2 methods and tips will ensure the successful and safe transport of your ping pong table.

FAQS:

1. can a ping pong table fit in a honda pilot?

Yes, a ping pong table can fit in a Honda Pilot. There are two ways to fit a ping pong table in a honda pilot.

1 remove the backseat and place the table.

2 place the table on the roof rack of the car.

but the best way is the roof rack.

2. Will a Ping Pong Table Fit In a Pickup Truck?

Yes, a ping pong table will fit in a pickup truck. Now you have three options to fit a ping pong table in a pickup truck.

option 1: pickup truck cargo.

option 2: pickup truck beds rack.

option 3: pickup truck roof racks.

There is a similar problem with the cargo as well as the bed racks of the pickup truck.

When you go up on a speed bump while driving, the ping pong table will move up and down.

As a result, the ping pong table will be damaged. It’s because there are two tires under the cargo rack and bed rack of the pickup truck.

pickup truck roof racks:

So, the third option is best in a pickup truck because they are not affected, even if you’re moving over a speed bump. This is because it’s between four tires.

3. Will a Ping Pong Table Fit In a Honda Odyssey? 

Why not, a ping pong table will fit in a Honda Odyssey. but keep the ping pong table and Honda odyssey dimension in mind.

option 1: dismantle the table into multiple pieces and remove the backseat and fit inside.

option 2: install the rack on the top of the car. and then fit the table on the rack of the vehicle.