Does the Thule Hullavator Work w/ Malone Crossbars?

Updated 05/30/2024 | Published 05/26/2024

Products Featured in This Question

Thule Hullavator Pro Kayak Roof Rack and Lift Assist w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount

(119)

$899.95

Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars - Raised Side Rails - Aluminum - 58" Long - Silver

(1744)

$251.95

Question:

From previous answers on your site, I understand that the Thule HullavatorPro will work with Malone Airflow 2 bars. Is that correct and am I correct that these bars will fit a 2016 Chev. Equinox? If so, is the 58 inch the proper length for the Malone bars or are longer ones needed? Thanks.

asked by: Tom

Expert Reply:

Yes, that is correct the Thule Hullavator Pro item # TH898 does indeed work with the 58 "Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack item # MPG216. These mount to the raised rails on the 2016 Chevy Equinox and will give you plenty of room to use the lift assist function on the Hullavator item # TH898.

expert reply by: Jerred H

Tom

5/30/2024

Thanks Jerred, I have sinced learned of a possible problem with spacing on my roof rails. The hullavator info states that there is a required 24 inch spacing required and after measuring my raised side rail, it appears that there would be only 22 inches at most because of the tapered/closed ends of the side rail. Would this set up still work?

Jerred H.

5/30/2024

@Tom No, it will not if you follow the guidance in the instructions which you should! You'll need to go another direction all of the assisted Kayak carriers require a minimum 24" of crossbar spread. The Thule Hull-A-Port Aero Kayak Roof Rack for SquareBars w/ Tie-Downs item # TH849000-97 would be a good back up option but it does not offer any lift assist.