Are the Bow and Stern Required for Use with the Thule Hull-A-Port

Published 05/27/2021

Question:

Do you have to use the 2 bow/stern anchor ropes attached to the vehicle on the Thule Watersports Carrier TH849000 on a 2009 Prius?

asked by: Tim P

Expert Reply:

Yes, you are supposed to use the bow and stern tiedowns of the Thule Hull-A-Port, part # TH849000.

This is necessary to prevent lift in the kayak, and many states have laws that require these tiedowns because of how necessary they are for safety.

I've linked to a video of this carrier that shows how to use these.

expert reply by: Kef G