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Yakima ShowDown LOAD-ASSIST
Reviews
4.3 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$599
Pros
Can hold either 1 kayak or 2 surf/SUP board. Offers between 30-45% weight assistance.
Cons
The locks for added security are sold separately
Quality
Lightweight, with adjustable felt-covered saddles that flex to match the hull shape
Security
Can be locked to the base rack with SKS Lock Cores
Installation
Tool-free installation within approximately 5 minutes.
Storage
Folds flat when not in use to reduce drag and wind noise
Attachment
Roof rack (Universal mounting hardware for crossbars)
Compatibility
Designed to handle both SUPs and kayaks, with adjustable saddles
Loading capacity
80 lbs (36.3 kg)
Dimensions
42x9x9 (106.7x22.9x22.9cm)
Weight
21 lbs (9.5 kg)
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Weight
8.0/10
Warranty
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TOOENJOY Elevate Universal Lift Assist
Reviews
4.4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$499
Pros
Easy and effortless loading and unloading of kayaks or bikes at waist height
Cons
Not compatible with factory crossbars
Quality
Aluminum and stainless steel construction, built to withstand tough weather conditions
Security
Advanced locking mechanisms
Installation
Mostly easy installation. Instructions are a bit tricky to navigate.
Storage
Designed to save space and accommodate various gear
Attachment
Roof rack (U-bolts and t-slot bolts)
Compatibility
Works with most extended crossbar systems (deal for vehicles with raised or flush rails) but not with factory crossbars
Loading capacity
100 lbs (45 kg)
Dimensions
32.9x31.6x20.7inch (83.6x80.3x52.6cm)
Weight
40 lbs (18.1kg)
Warranty
2-year warranty
Weight
7.3/10
Warranty
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Malone SeaWing/Stinger Load Assist
Reviews
4.5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$219.95
Pros
Easy to install and use (lift kayak). Works with most recreational and sea kayaks.
Cons
Missing parts upon delivery, although this may be an isolated incident.
Quality
Corrosion-resistant polycarbon construction.
Security
Bow and stern safety tie-downs which are required for all Malone rooftop transports.
Installation
Simple, no tools required. Universal fit Jawz mounting hardware.
Storage
Compact and not requiring significant storage space.
Attachment
Roof rack
Compatibility
Compatible with most square and round bars, 70mm mounting bolts included.
Loading capacity
75 lbs (34kg)
Dimensions
24x10.5x4inch (61x26.7x10.2 cm)
Weight
15.6 lbs (7.08kg)
Warranty
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Weight
7.6/10
Warranty
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Thule ProRide XT
Reviews
4.5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$259
Pros
Easy bike mounting, accommodates wide range of bike sizes
Cons
Higher price point compared to competitors, not ideal for very heavy e-bikes
Quality
High-quality aluminum and durable plastic
Security
Integrated locking system
Installation
Tool-free interface; easy to install and remove
Storage
Does not fold; however, relatively slim profile
Attachment
Roof rack
Compatibility
Compatible with most roof racks
Loading capacity
One bike, up to 44 lbs (20 kg)
Dimensions
56x12x3.5inch (142x0.5x9cm)
Weight
10 lbs (4.5 kg)
Warranty
2 years
Weight
Warranty
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INNO INA453 Kayak Lifter
Reviews
4.1/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Price
$149.03
Pros
Simplifies loading & compatible w/ many racks
Cons
Costlier than J-racks
Quality
Quality build. Aluminum & plastic
Security
Lockable design
Installation
Easy, clamp-on installation
Storage
Moderate storage needed
Attachment
Roof-mounted
Compatibility
Requires cross bar spread 28″～40″
Loading capacity
90lbs (40.8kg)
Dimensions
7.5x4.5x53 inches
Weight
8.8lbs (3.9kg)
Warranty
2-3 years (varies)
Weight
6.5/10
Warranty
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Seattle Sports Sherpak Boat Roller
Reviews
4.2/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Price
$54.95
Pros
Non-scratch, temp. attachment & heavy-duty roller
Cons
Limited rear load assist & might not suit all cars
Quality
Sturdy, practical. Heavy-duty plastic.
Security
Basic, based on car's security
Installation
Attaches to rear
Storage
Compact
Attachment
Rear-mounted
Compatibility
Clamps to most flat roofs
Loading capacity
100lbs (45.3kg)
Dimensions
27x6.75x2.75inch (68.5x6.9x17.1cm)
Weight
< 5lbs
Warranty
Typically 1 year (varies)
Weight
7.3/10
Warranty
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Thule Hullavator Pro
Reviews
4.6/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$949
Pros
Waist-level loading and high weight capacity
Cons
Pricier and works best with Thule racks
Quality
High-end, durable aluminum with padded cradles
Security
Lockable design, anti-theft mechanism
Installation
Easy but requires proper alignment for safe transport
Storage
Not foldable; requires some space
Attachment
Roof-mounted
Compatibility
Compatible with Thule rack systems, check specific vehicle fit
Loading capacity
Up to 75lbs (34kg)
Dimensions
36x20x6 inches, 91.5x50.8x15.2cm
Weight
39.7lbs (18kg)
Warranty
2 years
Weight
8.1/10
Warranty
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Yakima ShowDown LOAD-ASSIST
Reviews
4.3 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$599
Pros
Can hold either 1 kayak or 2 surf/SUP board. Offers between 30-45% weight assistance.
Cons
The locks for added security are sold separately
Quality
Lightweight, with adjustable felt-covered saddles that flex to match the hull shape
Security
Can be locked to the base rack with SKS Lock Cores
Installation
Tool-free installation within approximately 5 minutes.
Storage
Folds flat when not in use to reduce drag and wind noise
Attachment
Roof rack (Universal mounting hardware for crossbars)
Compatibility
Designed to handle both SUPs and kayaks, with adjustable saddles
Loading capacity
80 lbs (36.3 kg)
Dimensions
42x9x9 (106.7x22.9x22.9cm)
Weight
21 lbs (9.5 kg)
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty
Weight
8.0/10
Warranty
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TOOENJOY Elevate Universal Lift Assist
Reviews
4.4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$499
Pros
Easy and effortless loading and unloading of kayaks or bikes at waist height
Cons
Not compatible with factory crossbars
Quality
Aluminum and stainless steel construction, built to withstand tough weather conditions
Security
Advanced locking mechanisms
Installation
Mostly easy installation. Instructions are a bit tricky to navigate.
Storage
Designed to save space and accommodate various gear
Attachment
Roof rack (U-bolts and t-slot bolts)
Compatibility
Works with most extended crossbar systems (deal for vehicles with raised or flush rails) but not with factory crossbars
Loading capacity
100 lbs (45 kg)
Dimensions
32.9x31.6x20.7inch (83.6x80.3x52.6cm)
Weight
40 lbs (18.1kg)
Warranty
2-year warranty
Weight
7.3/10
Warranty
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Malone SeaWing/Stinger Load Assist
Reviews
4.5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$219.95
Pros
Easy to install and use (lift kayak). Works with most recreational and sea kayaks.
Cons
Missing parts upon delivery, although this may be an isolated incident.
Quality
Corrosion-resistant polycarbon construction.
Security
Bow and stern safety tie-downs which are required for all Malone rooftop transports.
Installation
Simple, no tools required. Universal fit Jawz mounting hardware.
Storage
Compact and not requiring significant storage space.
Attachment
Roof rack
Compatibility
Compatible with most square and round bars, 70mm mounting bolts included.
Loading capacity
75 lbs (34kg)
Dimensions
24x10.5x4inch (61x26.7x10.2 cm)
Weight
15.6 lbs (7.08kg)
Warranty
Lifetime Limited Warranty
Weight
7.6/10
Warranty
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Thule ProRide XT
Reviews
4.5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$259
Pros
Easy bike mounting, accommodates wide range of bike sizes
Cons
Higher price point compared to competitors, not ideal for very heavy e-bikes
Quality
High-quality aluminum and durable plastic
Security
Integrated locking system
Installation
Tool-free interface; easy to install and remove
Storage
Does not fold; however, relatively slim profile
Attachment
Roof rack
Compatibility
Compatible with most roof racks
Loading capacity
One bike, up to 44 lbs (20 kg)
Dimensions
56x12x3.5inch (142x0.5x9cm)
Weight
10 lbs (4.5 kg)
Warranty
2 years
Weight
Warranty
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INNO INA453 Kayak Lifter
Reviews
4.1/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Price
$149.03
Pros
Simplifies loading & compatible w/ many racks
Cons
Costlier than J-racks
Quality
Quality build. Aluminum & plastic
Security
Lockable design
Installation
Easy, clamp-on installation
Storage
Moderate storage needed
Attachment
Roof-mounted
Compatibility
Requires cross bar spread 28″～40″
Loading capacity
90lbs (40.8kg)
Dimensions
7.5x4.5x53 inches
Weight
8.8lbs (3.9kg)
Warranty
2-3 years (varies)
Weight
6.5/10
Warranty
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Seattle Sports Sherpak Boat Roller
Reviews
4.2/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Price
$54.95
Pros
Non-scratch, temp. attachment & heavy-duty roller
Cons
Limited rear load assist & might not suit all cars
Quality
Sturdy, practical. Heavy-duty plastic.
Security
Basic, based on car's security
Installation
Attaches to rear
Storage
Compact
Attachment
Rear-mounted
Compatibility
Clamps to most flat roofs
Loading capacity
100lbs (45.3kg)
Dimensions
27x6.75x2.75inch (68.5x6.9x17.1cm)
Weight
< 5lbs
Warranty
Typically 1 year (varies)
Weight
7.3/10
Warranty
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Thule Hullavator Pro
Reviews
4.6/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
Price
$949
Pros
Waist-level loading and high weight capacity
Cons
Pricier and works best with Thule racks
Quality
High-end, durable aluminum with padded cradles
Security
Lockable design, anti-theft mechanism
Installation
Easy but requires proper alignment for safe transport
Storage
Not foldable; requires some space
Attachment
Roof-mounted
Compatibility
Compatible with Thule rack systems, check specific vehicle fit
Loading capacity
Up to 75lbs (34kg)
Dimensions
36x20x6 inches, 91.5x50.8x15.2cm
Weight
39.7lbs (18kg)
Warranty
2 years
Weight
8.1/10
Warranty
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