How to Load a 14 Foot Long Kayak on a 2015 Audi Q5 with One Person
Question:
Will a Thule hullivator work with my 2015 Audi Q5 factory cross bars. If not, what kayak rack do you reccomend for 14’ Sea kayak solo install.
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
I do have an option for you but the Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Carrier part # TH898 will not work with the factory crossbars you have on your 2015 Audi Q5 due to the lack of overhang. Instead, I recommend using the Malone DownLoader Kayak Carrier part # MPG114MD with the TelosXL Load Assist part # MPG351XL. The combination of this j-style carrier with the load assist will easily allow you to load your 14' long kayak on the roof of your Q5 with only one person.
As long as you kayak does not weigh more than 75 lbs then this option will be perfect for you. It will attach to the factory crossbars on your vehicle and provide you with all of the necessary tie-downs and straps needed.
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Malone DownLoader Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Malone
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Telos XL Load Assist for Malone Kayak Carriers - Side Loading
- Accessories and Parts
- Watersport Carriers
- Load Assists
- Malone
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Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- Saddle-Style
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- Clamp On
- Load Assist
- Thule
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