Which cross bar do you use for your kayaks? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

RockyRaab · 02-21-2015, 07:21 AM

I have a 14" Hobie Pro Angler that weighs over 100 pounds. The secret to easy loading is a pair of Hully rollers bolted to the rear crossbar. This picture shows them on my previous vehicle:

When I bought a new vehicle, I ordered aftermarket crossbars from Thule and installed the rollers. The positioning of the bar meant I had to also fabricate a guide/slide pad to protect the rear spoiler as you see here:

I also made up a block that fits inside the Hobie's Mirage drive well, for added stability. Once tied down, the 'yak can't move in any direction thanks to this block, even a freeway speeds.

A different style 'yak would require a different block design, of course.

Here it is, loaded and ready to boogie...

Happy 'yakking!

02-21-2015, 07:21 AM	#5
RockyRaab Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Utah Posts: 138	I have a 14" Hobie Pro Angler that weighs over 100 pounds. The secret to easy loading is a pair of Hully rollers bolted to the rear crossbar. This picture shows them on my previous vehicle: When I bought a new vehicle, I ordered aftermarket crossbars from Thule and installed the rollers. The positioning of the bar meant I had to also fabricate a guide/slide pad to protect the rear spoiler as you see here: I also made up a block that fits inside the Hobie's Mirage drive well, for added stability. Once tied down, the 'yak can't move in any direction thanks to this block, even a freeway speeds. A different style 'yak would require a different block design, of course. Here it is, loaded and ready to boogie... Happy 'yakking!