Thule Glide & Set - 2 saddles

by Thule

Product Features

• Rear-mounted Hydro-Glide felt lined saddles guide kayak and provide low friction loading/unloading.
• Front-mounted Set-to-Go form fitting saddles grip the surface of the hull for increased lateral stability and protection
• Carries 1 kayak and requires 1 person to load and unload. Includes all straps to transport 1 kayak
• Accommodates kayaks up to 34" wide and 75lbs. Up to 2 carriers per vehicle
• Requires Thule rack systems crossbars, round bars or factory racks - see Fit Guide.

Product Description

Thule's Glide & Set is a combination of their Set-to-Go [THU0026] and Hydro Glide [THU0025] saddles, along with two ratcheting tie-down straps. The Glide & Set can be attached to almost any rack system, factory or otherwise, and has everything you need to carry your kayak right out of the box. Saddle systems are easy to use and eliminate pressure points on your boat's hull, making them the best choice for kayak transportation if you have the roof space.

Product Features

• Boat Capacity: 1
• Board Capacity:
• Locks Included:
• Compatibility:
• Recommended Use: carrying your kayak
• Manufacturer Warranty:

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B005X74LQ4
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Thule 883 Glide & Set Rooftop Kayak Carrier, July 12, 2007

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Andie (Shepherdstown, WV USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Thule Glide & Set - 2 saddles (Sports)

I was not sure which type of rooftop carrier to purchase to transport my new kayak. I was expecially concerned because I am 5'4" and have to lift a kayak to the top of a RAV4. The carrier was easy to install on my factory installed mount and my boat slides on and off with ease. (I do carry a small step stool to make it easier to tie-down the boat.) This product comes with quick draw bow and stern tie downs so you do not need to order a separate set unless you want to have a spare. (note: In putting together the rack - the directions indicated using the longest set of screws/bolts - but the shorter ones were much better for my vehicle.) This was a great purchase for me - easy to install and easy to use.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the best Kayak roof rack I have bought, August 24, 2009

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Dr. Wilfredo M. Viray "Wally" (Orange County, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thule Glide & Set - 2 saddles (Sports)

I have tried Blocks, Yakima Racks and now the Thule. Firstly, I love that Thule has a complete package, so that I don't have to figure out which items to mix and match. Secondly, this makes it possible to load a kayak alone with very little effort. I did buy the Thule Mat to help slide the kayak on the roof of my van.

Please keep in mind, as the name implies that this is a KAYAK ROOF RACK, not for bikes, Canoes, or surf boards. So ONLY FOR KAYAKS. This is for the common everyday variety Hard shell plastic Kayaks. Anything else will not work. If you have a Wooden Sea Kayak, this is not for you in my opinion. I don't think the saddle material was designed for it. Wood has a different coefficient of Friction as Plastic.

But for us people with the garden variety, everyday plastic Kayaks like Hobie, Cobra, Pelican or Ocean, this is perfect.

Pros:
1. Installation - Piece of cake to install. I have factory rook racks, and you just need to put it on top and tighten the knobs. That is it. There are 2 sets of bolts, a long one and a short one. Make sure you use the right length to fit your rack. Instructions are clear and well written and illustrated.

2. Design - Unlike the other load assist systems from Thule or Yakima, these have no moving parts that can break or scratch your kayak. The Hydro Glide in the rear is so smooth that it will not damage your kayak. The front Saddles can be adjusted to fit your kayaks hull so it is a snug fit every time.

3. Quality - Very well made, and does look very good.

Cons:
1. Straps - The Straps work and look nice but I prefer Ratcheting straps. Personal preference.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product, November 11, 2008

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M. Lynch (VT) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Thule Glide & Set - 2 saddles (Sports)

This is a great product. I have 2 17 foot kayaks. One is narrower than the other, these adjust to the size of each one.
Easy to instal on the base rack. If you are using a bunch of different thule racks, one might want to have a separate set for just kayaks. I have mine set in place and I can get the entire rack off the car with the bars and the crossroad towers without having to reajust the settings of the kayak rack. I can put the rack and the boats on the car and have them tied down in 10 minutes.

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