Thank you. I got a new kayak and went to hang it in my carport like my old one. But due to it's weight and other factors I could not get it high enough. I was bummed out and was considering selling my boat so that I could store my kayak in it's place. Then I saw your video and rushed down to the store for a few more eye bolts and in no time all was solved. This set up has the additional advantage of greater security so I don't have to worry about my kayak falling on my truck. You made my day. Heck, you might have made my year. Happy kayaking.

Two years old and this video is still helpful! I put my kayaks next to each other with an eye bolt and carabiner between them and was able to use two ratchet straps vs 4. Might work for some people depending on the width of the kayak and garage.

could this hold a kayak that weights about 140lb?

Will this work for bikes, too? I need a pulley system for both kayaks & bikes (my 1-door garage is even smaller than yours and I need room!)

Great video and way to actually show what you did and what tools and extra parts/items you purchased. This actually helped me do the install with the same system.

Using the eyebolts and spring links to get it higher is a great idea! I just borrowed this idea and it worked great :)

3:04 you were trying so hard not to swear lol

I have a kayak on my garage ceiling that is almost the same setup as yours. The last 6 inches of lift is the most painful part. I have to lift it with a set of ratchet straps and then use a second set of ratchet straps to lift it all the way to the ceiling. Your idea of replacing the hooks on the pully may help me with this. Thanks for the idea.

Thanks for a great video! How far away from the center line of the kayak should the eye bolt screws be installed? And how far apart should the screws be lengthwise. Thanks!

What is that cinch clasp thing called and can I get it in a local big box store?

I discovered that by the time I mount the front and rear pulleys and then the lower pulleys, I don’t have much hoisting to do, due to the fact that my workbench is the beneath the joists. So I need to know how you hung your old kayak using the scuppers with straps. Do you have a link or did you use this same product? Thanks!

🗣️freaking amazing!!! I will definitely following this for hoisting my second kayak! I knew I could fit it where my garage door is! Love replacing hooks and using eye screws for extra support! This has just moved up to the top of my project list!

Great idea to use ratchet straps and replace the hooks with carabiners. I'm trying to get my kayaks as close to the ceiling as possible so I don't lose access to my cabinets.

This is exactly what I need to do I have the same size garage! Going to start ordering and gathering supplies right now!

did you have to get on a ladder to tighten the ratchet straps or have you come up with another way to connect and tighten them?

I love when people w/ 2 car garages say they have a small garage. I have a 1 car garage w/ nearly as much stuff as you have. I cannot pull my car in however. Regardless, great system with the kayaks. unfortunately, I gotta put mine under my deck which is elevated. This seems like a good idea for that area.

Great idea, exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for sharing!

This is perfect for my situation, will probably do this also; Thanks!

Lose the dumb music. It detracts from the video.

Never suspend a Kayak right side up, you can deform or score the hull over time. Always suspend it upside down so the rigid top rails contact the straps and take the pressure.

Having trouble unlocking hoist to bring my kayak down. Any suggestions? Thanks.

Great video, thanks for the tips!!

Did the same but I used some chain in plastic tube with carabiners to connect to eye bolts after lifting Kayak. Solid as. Graeme in Australia

That's not a small garage. anything bigger than a one car garage is not "small". I have a SMALL one car garage. In fact there is not enough clearance between the garage door and the ceiling to fit a kayak. I have 9 inches. If i go behind the door it almost hits the back wall but I wouldn't have enough clearance to have the benefit of a 2x4.I need zero clearance.It needs to literally have no more than an inch from the ceiling.

I prefer using horny toads over frogs (single hook). I have much better hook ups plus you can let them sink in pockets.

Awesome idea! I'll be using this method

Wow! Who was that guy with the Guns? 🤠

Just did this today except we mounted the kayaks on the side wall of the garage. Super awesome.

I know those guys!

How much clearance do you have from your open garage door to your ceiling?

Yeah; the stuff is great, until you get to actual knot strength. It definitely craps the bed in that regards. The best I could achieve with 50# Beyond Braid was around 34#, and this was with a “modified” (2 turns around the hook/swivel), 5 wrap uni knot. I even had palomar knots breaking at 24 pounds! It just doesn’t cut it as far as knot strength, which IMO is a total deal-breaker.

Loved the video. I have the same problem in my one car garage. 8 1/2’ ceiling. Only suggestion is maybe think about ditching the background music. IMHO, doesn’t add anything to the video and sounds a bit cheesy-to me.

Hey there - - just saw your message on Primal and we wanted to come and support your channel!💚

I have a feel free and the same clearance issue. Did you use the same small eye bolt concept for the feel free? Great info!

I cut mine out about 7 months ago. I used a Dremel with the same results. I've never looked back. I use my Shoalie primarily for skinny water river/creek camping and that was a must mod to do. I'm interested to know if you have any packing tips for your camping trips. I'm trying to shed weight and would be interested to know your thoughts.

How safe / reliable is the braking mechanism on the pulleys? Do you have a backup if it fails or not necessary?

Why even bother with a pulley system? 4 eye bolts and 2 ratchet straps does the job.

looks like you didn't need to buy a kit. board,5pulleys, straps, eye bolts,biners, links, rope and your talent

There is an optional drop in tray available for the Lite Tackle. That is the best of both worlds.

Nice Shoalie!

Your definition of DIY 😂 Love it! 2:08

Annoying background music

I was eye ballin the light tackle 2 for its wide open hatch. I would have done the same thing bud.

Dude actually replies to the comments and questions . That’s awesome

How about gluing enough foam on the bottom so the to lip of the "tray' is about 1/2 an inch above the cut line...then just drop it in and it is held in place?

Can you buy that "L" arm attachment for a Dremel?

Great video

I was about to buy the LT2 mostly for the storage and then saw someone cut the hatch out of the Shoalie, then I was sold. I’ll be doing this soon. Once I cut it out, I’m going to try to put a heat gun to it and slightly bend the lips of removed hatch and the kayak in toward each other, so that I can just lay the hatch back in if I want to smaller, easily accessible storage on day trips.

What size eyelets did you use instead of the hangers it came with?

Any plans to switch to an electric hoist? Was trying to figure out how to ise your system but with a Harbor freight electric winch/hoist versus manual lift.