Thule 897xt Hullavator

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The 897xt Hullivator is the absolute best lift-assist kayak carrier available! Its lift-assist design allows you to safely and easily load and unload your kayak to your multi-sport roof rack system. It features gas-assist struts which actually lift your kayak for you, allowing waist-level loading and unloading right at the side of your vehicle. This kayak carrier has absolutely redisigned the one-person loading system for kayaks!

~~List Price: $589.95~~
Our Price: $530.95

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Product Features

Lift or lower up to 40lbs or 90% of the kayaks weight with gas-assisted struts
One person loading and unloading
Load your boat at the side of your vehicle then travel with it on top
More convienient and safe than top-loading kayak racks
Lowers kayak up to 40" from the top of the vehicle
Maximum protection and support with 8 padded points of contact
Aluminum and coated steel construction gives you years of rust free use
Carries 1 kayak
Maximum 2 carriers per vehicle
Includes bow/stern tie downs and 2 load straps
Fits kayaks up to 36" wide and 75 lbs
Lockable with SKS Lock Cores (sold seperately)
Attaches to Yakima and Thule Load Bars only

Downloadable PDF of Installation Instruction

Fit & Installation Tips

Strapping, loading and unloading are done at the side of the vehicle. Then the boat is lifted up to the top of the vehicle with the help of the gas struts. Finally the carrier snaps into place on the roof of the vehicle for safe transportation. No more than two carriers per vehicle.