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Author: | nateval [ Sun Feb 13, 2011 6:32 pm ] |
Post subject: | Pro Angler Transport Question |
Sorry if this is a repost I thought I just submitted this post. I just recently bought a new to me Hobie Pro Angler and wanted to get you guys thougths on a used Thule 520 Kayak Stacking system I was looking to buy. I have a 08 camry and was not sure if this would be the right rack for me. Does anyone know if this will be a good rack for the pro angler? Im planning on loading and unloading myself. |
Author: | remy4u97 [ Mon Feb 14, 2011 9:26 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Pro Angler Transport Question |
Nate you dont want to carry it on its side. |
Author: | TDK [ Mon Feb 14, 2011 8:32 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Pro Angler Transport Question |
Is your vehicle a Camry sedan or a station wagon? Honestly, I can't see how you would be able to safely load a PA on top of a sedan. I love my PA, but it's a big, heavy boat. If you are driving a sedan, I'd consider a trailer. If you have a station wagon, I can highly recommend the Yakima setup I use on my Highlander. It's a little pricey, but it's been worth it. Here's a post on my setup http://www.hobiecat.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=78&t=22283 Good luck! TDK |
Author: | keving12 [ Wed Feb 16, 2011 8:39 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Pro Angler Transport Question |
Nice setup TDK. |
Author: | Bozzie [ Sat Feb 19, 2011 5:29 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Pro Angler Transport Question |
I have a small 2-door compact and have no problem using a "Rack & Roll". Here is a youtube video showing how easy it can be. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IH5VyRuotLE[/youtube] |
Author: | NH Explorer [ Sun Feb 20, 2011 11:22 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Pro Angler Transport Question |
As others have shown, car topping a PA can look and sound very intimidating but it really isn't all that bad at all. You never lift more than half of the kayak at a time. I believe the height and angle can play more of a factor than the weight. On my Jeep Wrangler I use the Thule Hydro-Glide saddles on the rear and the Set-To-Go saddles on the front. I have the rear of the PA lined up with the racks and the nose up to beside the rear tire. I lift the front up to the rack then walk back and lift the rear and slide forward. It slides very easy on the Hydro-Glides. Coming down is just the reverse. |
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