Comparing Yakima JayLow and Thule Hullaport XT Kayak Carrier
Question:
I have a 2017 Forester and my wife has a 2017 Outback. I want a folding J-style rack that’s sturdy and installs and uninstalls quickly and easily on either car. Yakima Jaylow and Thule Hullaport XT seem almost identical in design, function, quality, and price, but Yakima shows up far more often as #1 in online reviews. You guys are the pros so which do you recommend for our vehicles? Thx.
asked by: Bob
Helpful Expert Reply:
The difference between the Thule Hullaport XT part # TH849000 and the Yakima Jaylow part # Y04073 is really pretty subtle as they are mostly the same design just from different brands. I'd recommend going which you like the appearance of the most since functionally you wouldn't have an advantage either way.
Products Referenced in This Question
Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Thule Hull-A-Port Aero Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Channel Mount
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Side Loading
- Track Mount
- No Load Assist
- Thule
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