Kayak ceiling pulley system

[kobra]

Originally Posted by old_rookie

Here is the rope hoist from HB in action:



From the size of the hardware, rope and screws on the hoist, I'm surprised it is rated at 500lbs.

I use the same H.B. hoist. They are 4 parted so it's not that hard to hoist. Just position the 2 connecting eye bolts so your straps are lined up with the scuppers in the back and the drive well or mast up front. That way the yak is supported at its stonger points so you don't get any deformation.