2 years ago this wouldn't have even been a problem. Since then I've been diagnosed with MS. So now, lifting and stability issues come into play. I'm currently 59 in somewhat good shape considering the MS issues. This video will help me out in my final decision!
This video is the greatest, very helpful on making my decision! I can't thank you enough... On a side note: You should be narrating Documentaries, National Geographic or Discovery Channel.
After watching this well done video and several other videos, it seems to me the best kayak lift system for tall vehicles (and heavy kayaks) is the Thule Hullivator.....Very expensive though at about $800 currently...and you need cross bars that extend 4 inches out over the side of your vehicle. Thanks again for a well done video !!
Hi Dave. Thanks for the tutorial. I have the older Malone version with the suction cups. A suggestion to load your kayak with the cockpit facing toward you, so you don't have to flip it at the top, you just slide it onto the rack. Happy paddling!
Thank you so much I didn’t know boat was supposed to go on backwards. Oh my God it made it so simple thank you I’m just trying to adjust the other part of the polls.
This is what I needed - I have been looking on Amazon and did not want to spring for 2 Hullivators but then see people saying the Malone is not long enough for an SUV - I often take my daughter kayaking so I end up loading two Kayaks on roof by myself - was hard enough when I had a Jeep Compass but upgraded to 4runner - at a towering 5ft 3in I don't even want to attempt no lift assist on the 4runner because it will end badly - I am use to carrying a ladder every time I use the roof rack (even on the Compass I did that).
Thank you for such an informative video, also you have an amazing voice, can see myself listening to you read a book or the news or just about anything.
I can imagine him narrating an episode of the Duke's of Hazard. Well, before you know it, here comes uncle Jesse with that wide-eyed grin so Bo and Luke better dip on out of here.
Oof, this would not work with a 90 lb kayak. Thank you for the review. I gave you a like/thumbs up because you did a great job narrating it and showing up the differences between the old version and the new version. Great job!
Mr. Clark thank you for the illustration. I have a 2018 F150 this will work just right. Plus I noticed your cross bars as well. We have been rv’ing for about a year and have to leave our kayaks at home until I sell my trailer. Plus I wonder how heavy this system will allow. Thank you sir. Travel Well Sir.
Thanks for this demo! VERY hard to find tall vehicles using these systems, I am thinking I also will need to haul a ladder in my work truck (2020 Chevy Silverado) even though I'm 5'10"! (I mean, for a lady... that's tall hehe!)
Thank you for this video. I have a truck and bad back. From watching this video I can see this system is not for me. I’ll keep looking. Have fun on the water!
My wife and I have two kayaks we load on top of our F150 Camper shell. I snagged a roof rack off a wrecked Ford Escape and mounted it on the camper. We'll get the Thule Hullavator pro when the time comes. Loading them with two people is still doable, but in the future it's be worth the investment to save out backs.
As of 6/23/2021 they appear to be on backorder due to COVID just about everywhere, including Malone's own website where their list price is $429. Over at Campsaver.com they're taking backorders at $350, with free shipping. Here's the link: www.campsaver.com/malone-telosxl-load-assist-module.html?_iv_code=32A-CMA-TLSX-MPG351XL&gclid=CjwKCAjwt8uGBhBAEiwAayu_9VVJo8_tTV7w_IHa-zFaBdsPNJrZ5IAeMHf6DD0_TVS90xs4gGJzFxoCPlEQAvD_BwE
The Malone Kayak lift assist sucks something terrible. I have one and I hate it. It is heavy, gangly, hard to store, too big to bring with, and most of all difficult to use. Unlike this video, the lifters do not slide like it shows here. It is Very difficult to use. All things considered, I would not recommend it. I scratched the side of my car something terrible with this Malone device. It is one of the worst products I have ever owned of all time.
Telos XL= x amount of $$$. Commentary=priceless. Informational and witty is a winning combo.
The company should hire you as their spokesperson! Perfect tutorial voice!
I think this guy has narrated every instructional or training video I've ever seen.
2 years ago this wouldn't have even been a problem. Since then I've been diagnosed with MS. So now, lifting and stability issues come into play. I'm currently 59 in somewhat good shape considering the MS issues. This video will help me out in my final decision!
Great to hear! Let us all know what you finally decide.
This video is the greatest, very helpful on making my decision! I can't thank you enough... On a side note: You should be narrating Documentaries, National Geographic or Discovery Channel.
Thank you. I do, indeed, narrate and produce audio books, among other things. My portfolio is at www.daveclarkmedia.com
@@daveclark3165 so funny that I just the voice comment and then finding this comment and reply. Thanks again.
After watching this well done video and several other videos, it seems to me the best kayak lift system for tall vehicles (and heavy kayaks) is the Thule Hullivator.....Very expensive though at about $800 currently...and you need cross bars that extend 4 inches out over the side of your vehicle. Thanks again for a well done video !!
Hi Dave. Thanks for the tutorial. I have the older Malone version with the suction cups. A suggestion to load your kayak with the cockpit facing toward you, so you don't have to flip it at the top, you just slide it onto the rack. Happy paddling!
Good tip! I've done it both ways.
Thank you so much I didn’t know boat was supposed to go on backwards. Oh my God it made it so simple thank you I’m just trying to adjust the other part of the polls.
As a person that grew up in the 80's, I swear he's the guy that did the voice-over / narration work for Grizzly Adams.
That’s who he sounds like. I was also thinking for Disney wildlife shows. Thank you for the flashback.
2022 - thanks for that service and hope, you are still kayaking . Your video helped much in evaluation-process... thanks.
you sir, have a wonderful voice made for television or radio. Thanks for posting this.
Thanks for listening
This is what I needed - I have been looking on Amazon and did not want to spring for 2 Hullivators but then see people saying the Malone is not long enough for an SUV - I often take my daughter kayaking so I end up loading two Kayaks on roof by myself - was hard enough when I had a Jeep Compass but upgraded to 4runner - at a towering 5ft 3in I don't even want to attempt no lift assist on the 4runner because it will end badly - I am use to carrying a ladder every time I use the roof rack (even on the Compass I did that).
Thank you. I was looking for an honest review and this is it!
Thank you for such an informative video, also you have an amazing voice, can see myself listening to you read a book or the news or just about anything.
Glad it was helpful! You can find some of my top selling audiobooks here: www.daveclarkmedia.com or doing a search on Audible.com
Dave, thank you for making this video. Good to know there is an easy way to load onto a truck.
Glad to help
Great video for us short guys and tall vehicles
I can imagine him narrating an episode of the Duke's of Hazard.
Well, before you know it, here comes uncle Jesse with that wide-eyed grin so Bo and Luke better dip on out of here.
Oof, this would not work with a 90 lb kayak. Thank you for the review. I gave you a like/thumbs up because you did a great job narrating it and showing up the differences between the old version and the new version. Great job!
Who uses a 90 lb kayak ??? let alone makes one that heavy !
Thank you for posting. I was looking for an example if you could use this on a pickup truck. 👍🏻
Mr. Clark thank you for the illustration. I have a 2018 F150 this will work just right. Plus I noticed your cross bars as well.
We have been rv’ing for about a year and have to leave our kayaks at home until I sell my trailer. Plus I wonder how heavy this system will allow.
Thank you sir. Travel Well Sir.
the dog peeing just makes this video even better!
Awesome review! please do more!
Man love your voice You should do voice overs etc Great
Thanks for this demo! VERY hard to find tall vehicles using these systems, I am thinking I also will need to haul a ladder in my work truck (2020 Chevy Silverado) even though I'm 5'10"! (I mean, for a lady... that's tall hehe!)
Love this!
Job well done!!!
Thank you for this video. I have a truck and bad back. From watching this video I can see this system is not for me. I’ll keep looking. Have fun on the water!
My wife and I have two kayaks we load on top of our F150 Camper shell. I snagged a roof rack off a wrecked Ford Escape and mounted it on the camper. We'll get the Thule Hullavator pro when the time comes. Loading them with two people is still doable, but in the future it's be worth the investment to save out backs.
Great video! Thanks for sharing.
Excellent video. Even better voice over. You should be a professional voice over artist.
Great video. Thanks
Push it up with a pole such as a drywall stand cuz it has a flat rubber end that swivels.
Where did you get that kayak assist? I can't find it on Amazon nor on E-bay? Do you have a link? Or does anybody know?
As of 6/23/2021 they appear to be on backorder due to COVID just about everywhere, including Malone's own website where their list price is $429. Over at Campsaver.com they're taking backorders at $350, with free shipping. Here's the link: www.campsaver.com/malone-telosxl-load-assist-module.html?_iv_code=32A-CMA-TLSX-MPG351XL&gclid=CjwKCAjwt8uGBhBAEiwAayu_9VVJo8_tTV7w_IHa-zFaBdsPNJrZ5IAeMHf6DD0_TVS90xs4gGJzFxoCPlEQAvD_BwE
Thank you!
Respect.
Great video and info on loading. All I could think of though while watching... why doesn't he just throw that yak into the bed of his truck?
Because I need to haul other stuff back there.
This still doesn't work for anyone who can't pickup the entire kayak solo to place it half way onto the loader. Off to another solution.
Fair point. Hope you come back and let us know what you find that works.
The Malone Kayak lift assist sucks something terrible. I have one and I hate it. It is heavy, gangly, hard to store, too big to bring with, and most of all difficult to use. Unlike this video, the lifters do not slide like it shows here. It is Very difficult to use. All things considered, I would not recommend it. I scratched the side of my car something terrible with this Malone device. It is one of the worst products I have ever owned of all time.
Mine slide just like his do. Maybe use some WD-40 on them?
@@jamiepeterson3060 Thanks, Jamie. I did put some silicon lubricant on. All in all, the Malone Kayak lift has numerous problems. I don't use mine.
Don't trucks have a bed for a reason
To haul other things I need for camping! That’s why the Yaks go up top.
@@daveclark3165 We have a 5th wheel. No room in the bed.
Are you single?