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A Common Question,
Why Is the Thule Hullavator So Expensive?
Why is the The Hullavator so expensive? Admittedly, it’s not for everyone. Coming in at the price of many new kayaks, it’s fair to ask why anyone would spend that much money on a kayak carrier.
At its core, the Thule Hullavator isn’t about luxury—it’s about access. Specifically, it removes one of the biggest barriers to going kayaking at all: loading your boat onto and off of your vehicle.
The Hullavator allows you to load your kayak at waist level, tie it down at waist level, and then let the system do the heavy lifting. Thanks to its hydraulic arms, the carrier lifts the kayak onto your roof smoothly and easily, taking 40 pounds out of the lift weight.
That’s not a small detail—it’s the whole point.
Is the Hullavator Worth the Money?
This is where the decision becomes very personal—and refreshingly straightforward.
Ask yourself one question:
Is loading your kayak regularly going to be a barrier to you going kayaking?
If the answer is yes, then the Thule Hullavator is probably a very good choice. It turns “I should go paddling?” into “I’m going paddling.” And that’s a powerful thing.
If the answer is no—if lifting your kayak onto the roof is easy, comfortable, and never discourages you—then it’s likely not worth the money. There are plenty of excellent, more affordable kayak carriers out there.
See the Hullavator for Yourself
The Hullavator is one of those products that really makes sense once you see it in action. You can check it out in person at our store, or explore it online. Don't see an item in stock that you're looking for? Contact our team at RoofRacksCalgary.com and we can order one in for you!
At the end of the day, the Hullavator isn’t about spending more—it’s about paddling more. And for the right person, that makes all the difference.