Lift-assist rack for kayaks handles up to 40 lbs of the weight so you can load and unload – even on your own. Product Features: Load and unload your kayak on your own, thanks to the gas-assist struts that lift and lower 40 lbs of the kayak’s weight Load/unload and strap your kayak at waist height, with the help of double extending arms that lower the kayak by up to 3 feet Maximum protection for your kayak, thanks to 8 touch points of padded support Corrosion-resistant kayak cradles expand to fit wide kayaks Aluminum, double-coated steel construction for corrosion resistance delivers a longer product life Includes Thule QuickDraw bow and stern tie-downs for transporting 1 kayak Product Specifications: 39.7lbs 75lb capacity 36" x 6" x 16" Application: round, square, aero, elliptical, and most factory crossbars Minimum crossbar spread: 24" Carrying capacity: 1 kayak Maximum kayak width: 36" Maximum crossbar space used: 28-1/2" Limited lifetime warranty More Information: To ensure there is sufficient clearance between your vehicle and the Thule Hullavator when it is lowered, your crossbars must extend 4"-8" beyond the foot of your crossbar Crossbars must be at least 24" apart to mount this carrier