Hi Everyone
I have a 2020 Hawk with factory installed roof tracks and 78" Yakima HD crossbars. I'm interested in traveling with an 18' sea kayak (45 lbs.) on top of Hawk, but I would have to load/unload it myself. I had come to the conclusion that it would be impossible for me to get it up and secured on the roof by myself (especially after a day of paddling). However, I recently learned about the Thule Hullavator Pro and was wondering if anyone on the forum had used that or something similar as a potential solution for solo kayak loading from the side. If it is a workable solution it looks like it wouldn't be too difficult to remove the kayak to lift the top or to clear the solar panel when parked. Another question for people who use this is whether the Hullavator Pro could clear the Fiamma awning on the passenger side. Any real world experience or advice concerning whether this is a practical (but expensive) solution or alternative suggestions for getting a kayak onto the top of the Hawk solo would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Al Zahler
I have a 2020 Hawk with factory installed roof tracks and 78" Yakima HD crossbars. I'm interested in traveling with an 18' sea kayak (45 lbs.) on top of Hawk, but I would have to load/unload it myself. I had come to the conclusion that it would be impossible for me to get it up and secured on the roof by myself (especially after a day of paddling). However, I recently learned about the Thule Hullavator Pro and was wondering if anyone on the forum had used that or something similar as a potential solution for solo kayak loading from the side. If it is a workable solution it looks like it wouldn't be too difficult to remove the kayak to lift the top or to clear the solar panel when parked. Another question for people who use this is whether the Hullavator Pro could clear the Fiamma awning on the passenger side. Any real world experience or advice concerning whether this is a practical (but expensive) solution or alternative suggestions for getting a kayak onto the top of the Hawk solo would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Al Zahler