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Yakima HullRaiser
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Yakima HullRaiser

Item # 753408

$119.00

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A great alternative to kayak saddles! The J-cradle design works with any kayak, supporting it on its side, which is generally stiffer than the bottom.

  • Accepts virtually all hull shapes; cradles and protects your kayak with soft pads
  • Because kayak is propped up on its side, it leaves more space on your crossbars for another kayak or other gear
  • Includes heavy-duty straps with padded buckles for secure transport
  • Compatible with most factory racks—just add Yakima MightyMounts, sold separately
  • Comes with one set of bow/stern tie-downs with adjustable strap and heavy-duty hooks

Please note: Yakima car rack products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Yakima Racks

Imported.

Item 753408

Yakima HullRaiser Customer Reviews

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Yakima HullRaiser
 
4.7

(based on 7 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (4)
  • Lightweight (3)
  • Well constructed (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Outdoors (3)
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    Mar

    2

    2008

    (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Works very well

    By Rum Runner

    from Saint Petesburg, Florida

    About Me Recreational Rider

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Cleans Easily
    • Compact
    • Functional
    • Lightweight
    • Rugged

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Kayaking

      Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

      I've driven hundreds of miles on Florida interstates and back roads with the HullRaiser and its works great. It's best for use on a car if you're paddling by yourself however, since getting the kayak up high enough at an angle that it will rest evenly on a SUV or truck is a challenge. It works so well on my Accord that I bought two so I can store the boats and my Thule Space Shuttle on my cross bars all at the same time.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      5

      2007

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Good value

      By webstertiums

      from Scandia, MN

      About Me Weekend Warrior

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Lightweight
      • Well Constructed

      Cons

      • Spins on round bars

      Best Uses

      • Outdoors

      Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

      Simple, space-saving rack, especially if you need to fit other items on the rack at the same time. I'm using it with a Skybox 12 and they both fit fine on my 48" bars. Straps are adjustable and of high quality. Straps include vinyl tubing sections to protect your bumper from strap chafing. If you aren't careful when you load your boat, the carriers can spin or catch and get tangled in the kayak seat or other innards. This is a hazard to some degree for most, perhaps all, J-style carriers.

      Good value for the price, but if you are loading by yourself, get the Yakima Boatloader extension bar (Thule has a model for its racks, too). My kayak is fairly large: 62 lb, 13.5 ft tandem version. I couldn't load this by myself without the Boatloader accessory. Believe me, I've tried! Cuts loading time from hours to minutes and almost eliminates frustrated expletives.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      May

      2

      2008

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Secure and Easy

      By freakon

      from Lake Tahoe, NV

      About Me Recreational Rider

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Functional

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Kayaking

        Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

        Easy to use and to set up. I have two and feel confident with both on top of the car while doing 70 down the interstate.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        21

        2007

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Best I've used

        By Tempest

        from MA

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Well Constructed

        Cons

        • none

        Best Uses

        • Sports

        Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

        I’ve used a few different types of kayak holders and have found these to be the best. Unless you’re hauling a large tandem then I would go with saddles. With saddles I always feel the need for front tie downs for added stabilization. With these I usually don’t bother as they hold the kayak securely. For longer trips I use front and rear tie downs as an added safety measure.
        These hold the kayak securely. They don’t mark the gel coat and are quick to load. The straps that are included are great. Never had a problem with them. Just bought a second set of these.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        13

        2007

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Solid and priced well

        By webdev1972

        from Seattle, WA

        About Me Weekend Warrior

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Well Constructed

        Cons

        • hard to load

        Best Uses

        • Outdoors

        Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

        These cradles hold kayaks of any length securely and allows plenty of extra space on top of the car for more boats or other items. It can be difficult for one person to load a heavier boat on these cradles, but with another person helping, it loads very easily and can be strapped down quickly.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        Aug

        25

        2009

         
        4.0

        Kayak Rack - Does the job safely

        By Cal Alpine

        from Napa Valley

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy to Use
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Large Cars
          • SUV's

          Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

          Works well on factory installed crossbars. Recommend to use tiedowns on the bow and stern to increase stability.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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          Sep

          14

          2007

          (0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Straight forward and easy to use

          By Mr. S

          from lombard, il

          About Me Competitive Athlete, Teacher, Weekend Warrior

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Durable
          • Easy to install
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Poor strap hold
          • Weak straps

          Best Uses

          • Outdoors
          • Sports

          Comments about Yakima HullRaiser:

          I like the HullRaiser a lot but the straps need to be more aerodynamic.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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