Yakima HullRaiser Kayak Rack Reviews
The only reason we categorize this kayak rack as a mid-level offering is because it lacks the feature that enables it to clamp to factory roof racks. Yakima offers the 4038 HullRaiser Aero model with this feature so it earns the 'premium' categorization. Perhaps the 'mid-level' label on the 4039 Hullraiser is a misnomer because it really does perform just as flawlessly. Attaching to Yakima round bars or Thule square load bars couldn't be simpler. The included snap-around clamps and bolts fasten down quickly using the included hex key. We opted to include a Yakima 7220 Accessory Lock Housing on one of the bolt/snap-around configurations on each cradle (one on the base rack cross bar and one on the rear cross bar) and inserted a Yakima SKS lock in each lock housing so that each HullRaiser j-cradle would lock to the crossbars for maximum theft protection. Ample padding on each cradle made sure whatever style kayak we loaded up was protected and snug and tight in the cradles. We thought to try out attaching a cargo box in the center of 58" crossbars and then see if two Hullraisers would fit (one on either side of the roof box). Yep it all fit. The HullRaiser gets our vote for most efficient use of crossbar space when carrying a kayak and other gear carriers at the same time.
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