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Thule Hullavator

Discussion in '2.5 Gen TRD Pro (2014-2021)' started by Kayaking Tundra, Feb 7, 2021.

  1. Feb 7, 2021 at 7:04 AM
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    Kayaking Tundra

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    I am thinking about getting a Thule Hullavator Pro on top of my roof racks, does any on here have any experience with these? Or is there a better option?

    I have a Feel Free Lure 10 and it weight about 75 pounds, empty, I have some tackle boxes, and extra fishing equipment in the hull, so lets say 80 pounds total. I am looking for an easy way to get this kayak on the rack.

    Heres the link:
    https://www.thule.com/en-us/winter-...yak-roof-racks/thule-hullavator-pro-_-1685448

    Here is a video of a nice grandma loading it up, so I think I could do it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcjLjmqYZ8A

    Looks like its a piece of cake a after a long day of kayaking and staying hydrated.
     
  2. Feb 7, 2021 at 7:30 AM
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    BravoDeltaRomeo

    BravoDeltaRomeo Old Man Little Blue Finger

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    I wouldn't trust it dangling down at the side of my truck.

    When I load mine solo on my rooftop Thule, I lay my canoe or kayak across the truck bed, step up into the bed and lift it up from there.

    Load Capacity on the one you linked is only 75lbs. I'd save your 700+ dollars and get a lighter kayak if possible and heading out solo most times.

    My 16' canoe is only 40lbs. I couldn't imagine trying to rooftop an 80lb one solo. We had one at one time and it was a two person job.
     
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  3. Feb 7, 2021 at 7:37 AM
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    I had one on my Outback and I loved it. It gives you 40lbs of assist, but more importantly it stabilizes the kayak as you lift, which was a struggle for me. I didn't have much of a problem lifting 65lbs over my head, it was keeping it stable where I struggled.
     
  4. Feb 8, 2021 at 6:34 PM
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    Kayaking Tundra

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    Hmm, thanks. I saw it was assisted, thats what I liked about it. Ill continue to look around. I have a few months before I go a lot.

    Thanks for the response
     

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