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10-09-2019, 11:46 AM
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#41
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1 Rivet Member
2018 27' International
Georgetown
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 11
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Watch your payload if towing with a half ton truck. Our Tundra's payload is only 1540#. 180# for the ARE cap, 20# for the Yakima rack, 950-1000# for the (loaded) trailer tongue weight (27FB), 100+# for the hitch/sway control, (for us) 33# for Rock Tamers...leaves you roughly 200# to share between people, gear, generators, extra fuel and water, any mods you've done to the truck, and whatever goes on the rack. We can pretty much run empty and be over payload.
YMMV depending on the TV of course, but many are in that range. Just make sure you do the math to see if this is even a safe possibility. Also weigh that tongue...I was going by AS spec at 890#, and lightly loaded discovered we had 1000# on the hitch on our last trip. Definitely a lesson learned. We were WAY over in this photo.
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10-09-2019, 11:52 AM
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#42
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1 Rivet Member
2018 27' International
Georgetown
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 11
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Actually I think the rated tongue weight is also only including the first AC unit. I'm guessing some of that extra weight is coming from the "optional" AC in front. Optional isn't really optional if you live in Texas.
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10-09-2019, 03:23 PM
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#43
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1 Rivet Member
2014 23' FB International
Topsham
, Maine
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 12
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Hi Peter, I’ve been looking for this solution since I already own the Hulivators. Your truck appears to be an F150 supercrew as is mine. Are those Thule roof racks as well?
Thanks George
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10-09-2019, 05:16 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2019 27' Globetrotter
Cypress
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 70
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JamesnPcola, we also have an 2019 F-250 and we are carrying two Hobie kayaks. We went with a Yakima Overhaul ladder rack and Thule Hullavators. Loading is much easier with the Hullavators. Although, I am not yet fully comfortable with the Kayak to AS clearance when making sharp turns.
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10-09-2019, 05:57 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2016 20' Flying Cloud
Cocoa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Oct 2016
Posts: 53
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This is a very informative post. I have a 2015 F-150 Super-Crew and are transitioning from my ARE hard cover tonneau to the Retrax Pro XR, as that cover will allow me to mount the Yakima Overhaul HD Truck bed rack.
I am working with e-trailer and plan on using the 78" crossbar to place two Thule hullavator racks to carry our two kayaks, weighing 50 pounds each. I was unable to place the racks on the truck cab roof due to weight restrictions, in addition to my concerns of lifting the kayaks up to the rack. We also plan on using the core locks to lock the racks and locking kayak cables to deter a potential thieves.
I did not, and now need to consider the additional weight - towing a 20 foot Flying Cloud. Estimated weight total = 240 lbs (100 kayak, 90 hullavator, 50 bed rack), do I need to adjust my Equilizer WDH? We are planning a 10 week trip and want to be certain we travel safely.
Any advise and input is greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Skip
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10-09-2019, 07:35 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2019 27' Globetrotter
Cypress
, Texas
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 70
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SkipStone, don't forget to include the weight of the tonneau in your payload, 90# in the case of a short bed F-250. Others on this site have more expertise than I do on W/D systems, but I believe you will need to make adjustments.
I have this same combo. BTW first use of the Overhaul on the Retrax, damaged the tonneau rails, even though I followed the installation instructions exactly. Where the Overhaul attaches to the tonneau rail, the rails have deformed. Retrax is shipping me new rails but they believe it was due to over tightening the fasteners, even though I used a torque wrench to their specs. The attachment method needs to be modified so the load is spread over a wider area.
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10-09-2019, 10:05 PM
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#47
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1 Rivet Member
1994 30' Limited
Fallon
, Nevada
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 7
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Hobie pro angler 14 rack
I have the rack that is made for a pro angler 14. I would like to tell you how it works and where you can get it. 775-741-2605
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10-10-2019, 02:13 AM
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1 Rivet Member
2020 26' Flying Cloud
Pensacola
, Florida
Join Date: Oct 2019
Posts: 7
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First, I must say All of you are Awesome. I am very new to this community and did not expect such a tremendous positive response. My absolute gratitude to All of You! I’ve read every response and gotten some fantastic ideas! I failed to mention that the 2020 Hobie Pro Angler weighs 122.5 pounds dry. I know that’s heavy. Which unfortunately is to heavy for the Hullivator.
My truck is an f250 4door 4WD beast that can haul / pull anything. From all the excellent post from All of You, I think I’ve come up with a solution to install Yakima ladder racks on the bed with the roller assist on the back rail. Using a make-shift assist, removable pully system for the initial lift Up and removal Down from the rack. The next option is to find a travel partner in the future To assist me LOL😊.
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10-10-2019, 07:56 AM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
I'm In
, Kentucky
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 4,251
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When you get it all fixed up to suit you, don't forget to post pictures of your solution. This is a good thread that can help others in the future.
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Rich & Yvonne
2006 Safari SE -Dora-
2004 4Runner SE 4.7L V8
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10-11-2019, 05:01 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2016 23' Flying Cloud
Hillsboro
, Oregon
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 86
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Look into EZ Rec Rack, it may help?
Here is my setup with a Thule Xsporter. That is a Hobie Compass Duo. I bought an EZ Rec Rack and as awesome as that rack was it didn't work out for me because I'm short and weak and when the trailer is unhitched, the rake is even higher It ended up to be a two person load and unload. I since bought a PWC trailer for the Duo and love it. I also ended up getting the Hobie Passport as our main yak when we camping The EZ Rec Rack may be something you should look into. I'd barter with you if you were closer but it's now collecting dust waiting to be sold or re-purposed
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10-12-2019, 01:40 PM
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#51
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3 Rivet Member
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
laguna beach
, California
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 138
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I love my Hobbie Revolution fishing kayak! I take it everywhere! Thule makes a simple rack that bolts to the bed
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07-02-2020, 04:47 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
laguna beach
, California
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 138
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Finally had my shell (topper) installed
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07-02-2020, 04:53 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2016 23' Flying Cloud
Hillsboro
, Oregon
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 86
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Looks great! I want a shell but don't need one, not yet anyways Curious to know what make/model topper did you get?
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It's better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it. The importance of that expression doubles in significance if you made the conscious decision to "go without it" and then ended up needing it.
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07-02-2020, 04:58 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2012 25' FB Eddie Bauer
laguna beach
, California
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 138
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ARE, don’t recall the model
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07-02-2020, 06:59 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2016 23' Flying Cloud
Hillsboro
, Oregon
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 86
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sparkymark
ARE, don’t recall the model
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Yep, that's the one I plan to get and I think I'll get the HD series knowing I'll add more stuff on top there other than our kayaks and need the extra umph! Tight lines and safe travels!
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It's better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it. The importance of that expression doubles in significance if you made the conscious decision to "go without it" and then ended up needing it.
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07-02-2020, 07:06 PM
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#56
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Site Team
2002 25' Safari
Dewey
, Arizona
Join Date: Mar 2005
Posts: 15,615
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I have had two ARE caps on two different trucks.
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Wally Byam Airstream Club 7513
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07-02-2020, 07:08 PM
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#57
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Rivet Master
2020 28' Flying Cloud
2017 23' Flying Cloud
Hiawassee
, Georgia
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 1,403
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Here’s a couple of pics of my setup. I use the Yakima sweet roll system. We load the kayaks from the rear. The rear racks (for lack of a better term) have rollers that allow me to push the kayak up at an angle until far enough to lower on the front racks.
One pic shows a Hobie Revolution 16’ (75lbs) on top of the ARE cap. The Yakima tracks, towers and crossbars were installed by ARE. The ARE cap is rated to hold 200lbs. The Yakima Sweet Roll system is rated for 80 lbs per set.
The other pic is the truck solo with a Pungo 14’ (58lbs) and. Eddyline Caribbean 12 (45lbs).
The truck is tall. It takes some technique for me and my wife to load these, but it’s doable and we’re getting better at it😀.
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07-03-2020, 07:10 AM
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#58
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Silver Spud
2019 27' Globetrotter
Island Park
, Idaho
Join Date: Aug 2017
Posts: 13
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We have 2 Hobie PAs & wanted a way to bring them along too. As you know, they are heavy & not easily "man handled" without assistance on the roof. We saw this in Canada, we haven't purchased one yet but it seems like the best option that I've seen. This is a Canadian company. http://www.4boysmfg.com/product/loaders/
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07-03-2020, 10:04 AM
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#59
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Rivet Master
2019 22' Sport
Port Coquitlam
, British Columbia
Join Date: May 2020
Posts: 1,315
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We use a Diamondback HD bed cover. Then added the headache rack and rear rack. We carry our 2 12' kayaks on this rack. It is very stable and we don't have to tie the ends to the truck bumpers. I will be adding bike mounts as well so we can carry our mountain bikes too.
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08-09-2020, 02:29 PM
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#60
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Rivet Master
1966 24' Tradewind
1995 34' Excella
Lynchburg
, Virginia
Join Date: Jun 2006
Posts: 4,225
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