Recommended Load-Assist Kayak Carrier for a 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser With A Oldtown Sportsman Kayak

Published 04/12/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Malone DownLoader Kayak Roof Rack w/ Lift Assist and Tie-Downs - J-Style - Clamp On

(150)

$611.90

Inno Kayak Lifter Load Assist - Clamp On - Side Loading - 90 lbs

(20)

$84.99

Question:

I have an oldtown sportsman pdl 106, rhino rack t- bar,rhino rack 571 carriers,square thule cross bars on an FJ cruiser.I need a easier way to load,I’m an 70 year old 5’8 senior any suggestions to make easier would be greatly appreciated

asked by: Darryle D

Helpful Expert Reply:

So I went ahead and looked up the specs for your Oldtown Sportsman Kayak and its looking like the weight is around 85-lbs which going to exceed all of the load-assist options like the Malone DownLoader Kayak Roof Rack w/ Lift Assist and Tie-Downs # MPG114MD-351XL.

Instead, what's looking like the best option for you is to use the Inno Kayak Lifter Load Assist # INA453. This does have a load-assist type of feature which is similar to the Malone DownLoader and it should help significantly with loading and unloading your kayak, plus it has a high 90-lbs weight capacity.

expert reply by: Bryce D