How to Load your Kayak by Yourself / The easy way / BerleyPro Will-I-Loader

This is how we will be transporting our kayak from this point on, except when we are together as a family. This thing ROCKS!
Berley Pro Will-I-Loader
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[@sophiethewestie]

Thanks for making the video! It's exactly what I've been looking for.

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem. Glad I could help.

[@iwinter1811]

thanks heaps for a real demo on how it loads unloads, Im a short a. r s e on sticks permanently, female& 55 lol , Im so sick looking at my Waka collecting dust, independence is the key to get out there again for me. cheers

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem. I am glad I can help.

[@adamb7426]

Excellent!! Just what I need 👍

[@user-ig9mv5ph9t]

Great Video! I'll be purchasing one for sure. I have a bed extender now but I have storage issues when I travel with the Kayak. To have the Kayak above the bed of my Jeep gives me back all of the storage I lost. Quick tip for those scratches...try some KYDEX pieces on the stern it will eliminate scratching your Kayak when on concrete. It's cheap and easy to install.

[@rjmfishtales]

Thank you for the tip. Yes you will like the Will-I-Loader. It’s a simple design but works well once you get use to how to do it the best. Love it.

[@ssgveight]

Heck ya!!!! This is EXACTLY what I need. I just bought a 2023 Chevy Silverado ZR2 and own a Native Slayer MAX. I plan to get a ladder rack system and this loading method would be perfect for when I go long distance. Love it. Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem. You will like it and good luck with the truck.

[@g-wolfoutdoors8150]

Looks like a back saver. Nice!

[@rjmfishtales]

Yes it is! This device works awesome to get the kayak on rack.

[@keithjohnson7677]

It's a start a good one. From the UK.

[@zeroh_chill2966]

This thing is sweet!!

[@rjmfishtales]

Yea it works very nice. I like it a lot.

[@ilovemushing]

Very nice! This is the ticket to tow the Camper and haul the PA12 on the cap at the same time. Thanks for sharing. I had no idea BP made this.

[@rjmfishtales]

I just found out that they are coming out with version two at end of the month. Definitely a cool idea.

[@rjmfishtales]

I also know someone who just ordered one to put on their Hobie on top of their camper as they travel this year. Just need receiver on back of camper.

[@imperialwhovian3461]

​@@rjmfishtalesdo you know if the hight on the support is adjustable? It would be nice if it did as to be a 3rd support for the rear of the kayak while up on the roof bars

[@rjmfishtales]

@imperialwhovian3461 you probably can or put in adjustable hitch but with the Hobie on top of the rack no extra support needed. But you could make it work. If you use a Gen-Y hitch you could turn upside down and up higher. But it’s made to be under rack so it slides us.

[@mackjenkins7721]

Man that is awesome. That's way much easier to put it on the top of the truck this way then trying to lift all that weight up by yourself or need someone to help you. And like you said having a trailer you need somewhere to store it and it also helps to burn a little bit more gas. I have 10 kayak to haul so i need a trailer for that. P.S. I had my foot looked at yesterday & somehow I twisted it really really good some how. My 30 year anniversary is this weekend and it really sucks cuz I have to stay off my feet. I have a brace on my foot to keep it from moving. It was funny cuz they had to custom extend the straps out because of my foot being so wide. The doctor said Matt I've never seen a foot this extremely wide with very fat wide toe that are evenly straight across. My wife said yeah he definitely has extremely wide foot. This was a good video buddy thank you for sharing.

[@rjmfishtales]

Thank you sir. Feel better and get that foot fixed so you can get back out there! Rest up and happy anniversary

[@mackjenkins7721]

@@rjmfishtales Thank you so much sir I am staying off of my foot so it'll heal faster. It's not easy trying to move my 300 pounds stuff around On crutches. I feel bad cause it's our anniversary and I really want to do something for my wife but she's more worried about my foot than the anniversary. All 6 of my boys & my Granddaughter is helping me out. Thank you so much for the anniversary shout out buddy it really means a lot man. I hope you have a good day.

[@renerogers6950]

Berley Pro should make a version that allows you to load directly into the bed. Shorten the middle section along with the piston and they’d have another winner.

[@rjmfishtales]

You should reach out to them with that idea. Sounds like a good one to me!!

[@Bights-On-Fishing]

Great product and video! I have a 2017 PA so my transducer is not flush to the bottom. I think it should still work ok. Right now I actually use a Boonedox T-Bone with my Jeep Cherokee and just tighten the hatchback down. This would give me the option to put on the roof for longer trips.

[@rjmfishtales]

Yea it’s cool. As long as you have a 2 inch receiver on the Jeep you will be good to go! I like it. I am also having someone build me a special trailer to fit in my garage for kayak too. Then I can take multiple with me!

[@Bights-On-Fishing]

@@rjmfishtales I built a Harbor Freight trailer ($450.00) and added the PVC FOR THE PA to sit on. I use the trailer mostly for storage and to roll out to the Jeep. Yes I have 2" hitch.

[@rjmfishtales]

@@Bights-On-Fishing I have used small Jon Boat trailers, enclosed and utility. I have a video on here if my utility trailer. Now roof rack topping for now. I just wanted a custom trailer done since I travel all over. Plus it is going to give me the availability to advertise on it as well. I just want something durable and small. I did the pvc bunks on my Jon boat trailer. Worked ok. I have been at this for over 7 years and finally know what I want. 😂 I am very picky. Thanks for the support and subscribing. I really appreciate it more than you know.

[@roymichael851]

Agreed, better than a trailer in my opinion.

[@rjmfishtales]

I like it a lot. But I have a trailer now too for taking out people. I utilize both now.

[@bbqinthedesert]

Awesome

[@TruckerDave215]

Bad ass love it 😍

[@rjmfishtales]

Yes it works well

[@lrparrish227]

that is a very nice set up. However everyone always strips down the yak. I want to be able to leave the bare minimum on it. Very nice job and thanks for sharing!

[@rjmfishtales]

Thank you. Appreciate the comment.

[@basstackler]

Sweet!

[@rjmfishtales]

It’s a pretty cool device and makes it easy

[@lrparrish227]

Veteran built trailers are super high end too.

[@ryanfree9861]

Thanks for the video. I'm really surprised putting it on the rack saves you gas over a trailer. My buddy losed a couple mpgs in his Ram hauling on racks vs in the bed too. I lose 4mpg on my Subaru Outback with it on the roof. I hull my PA12 in my bed normally but use racks when pulling my travel trailer and it's a bear getting up there...especially since I'm on 34s.

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem. When towing I am only getting 14mpgs. With it On the rack back to 19-20 on the highway. The Ecoboost does really well. Main reason was getting more remote places and fitting in places. I tow trailers 3-4 times a week as well. Wanted a break as well from it on the weekends too. When my son is old enough and is with me I will be back to a trailer I am sure.

[@ryanfree9861]

@@rjmfishtales I have a 3.5 EB it seems like I get better mileage with it in the bed than without but it's probably just me being easier on the throttle...16-17mpgs mixed driving and has upgraded turbos, intercooler and a tune for 93 octane from MPT. Getting the eco tuned makes an enormous performance difference.

[@rjmfishtales]

@@ryanfree9861 I am just stock. I don’t like the 10 speed but it is what it is for now. It’s a good truck so far though. Second EB. I have had it for 10 months and put 20k on it so far. If it wasn’t for the EPA stuff I would be driving a diesel. Sad to see the mini power stroke go bye bye but this engine has enough. Better than my last EB. When things settle down we will see what I get in a year or so….. Thanks for the support!

[@thiodorchalkias8906]

Very brilliant patent!!! Since I have a major problem with my back, that could be the solution!!! How much is the cost of this mechanism ???

[@rjmfishtales]

You can go over to www.berleypro.com/ and check it out. If you order directly from them out of Australia it’s around $800 US dollars when I purchased a long time ago. I am sure it’s still around the same. It may show more money when buying but after the equation is done it’s less on your credit card bill.

[@skyguyc150]

Very nice! I have a Native Slayer (12' about 100#) and an old Pungo. Do you think two kayaks can be loaded?

[@rjmfishtales]

You can load one kayak at a time , but you need a ladder rack wide enough. Thule makes like a 78 inch wide ladder rack that could fit 2 kayaks side by side tightly

[@TenkaraTracks]

Looks great! Where did you find a US distributor?

[@rjmfishtales]

Thank you. I ordered directly from Berley Pro. It took about 10 days to get. And with the Australian to American dollar difference after checkout I was only $800 charged to my card. So it’s worth getting directly from Berley Pro.

[@DetroitFishigan]

Man to easy to steal around me 🤣. But it is soo awesome device

[@cricketthoffman9499]

This could work for my classic 1965 Alcort Sailfish sailboat. Its 100 lbs. I’m a 60+ female. I handle my 14”, 60 lb kayak using a rollerloader (discontinued) easily, but the weight on n my back glass with the sailboat would be an issue.

[@unlimitedj06]

👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍

[@gregbasnar2678]

Hi Thanks for the videos, I am a new subscriber. I like this but when I checked the price it is about 300 to 400 more than the Rhino Rack Loader and the EZ RAC Loader. Can you tell me your reasaon for this to justify the extra cost, they all seem like good loaders and I will need something to get it on top of a Tahoe? I am leaning towards the EZ REC. Thanks great videos, especialy on the Unlimited Nucanoe as those helped me to decide to go with the unlimited. Thanks again and Ill keep watching.

[@rjmfishtales]

This is the same price or cheaper than the EZ RAC. I got the Will-I-Loader directly from Berley Pro in Australia. The American dollar is worth more so after the equation/transaction in my credit card it was like $800. Took about 10 days to get going through customs etc. This is a much simpler device. Goes into your hitch and remove when done. I just wanted something to get on top of my ladder rack. No extra racks or permanently mounting something to truck. Simple is reliable.

[@GrampsforSix]

Did you order this directly through BerlyPro? Do they have a US shipping location? how long was the order to delivery lead-time and cost of shipping?

[@rjmfishtales]

Yes I ordered directly from Berley Pro. It took about 10 days to get. That is from Australia to SC. Going through customs etc. it was about $800 all in after the Australian to US dollar equation. So not bad at all. It works really well.

[@nateitscake88]

Can the Hobie Hull be easily damaged if you stack the kayaks on their side? Im trying to save space on the ladder rack by flipping them on their side. They will be secured and have foam in place but Im worried that if I hit a bump on the road it maybcrack the hull. Thoughts?

[@rjmfishtales]

The big Hobie PA 14 is heavy without gear. I would never want to put a PA on its side. But if you are going to the water from your house with plenty of padding I think you will be fine. Longer road trips I would not feel comfortable in my opinion. The side walls are thin on the sides.

[@SD-uk2yo]

Do you have a video about the kayak wheels you are using? Thanks!

[@rjmfishtales]

Yes I do. See link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKSYpJp7oNuDaKsfeature=shared

[@MrSteve280]

The circle of life. Heavier kayaks mean newer and more expensive loading systems. New/expensive loading systems only encourages them to build heavier kayaks. More weight, more money, more solutions, more weight, more money, etc., etc. Soon they will build kayaks the size of aircraft carriers and we'll be trying to put them on top of subcompacts because that's the only car we can afford. There's a hole in the bucket Dear Liza, Dear Liza.

[@rjmfishtales]

That is what we live for!! To have fun and spend money!! I have already moved on from this back to a trailer as now I need to carry more kayaks!! But the he Will-I-Loader worked very well. It went to a local kayaker by me and he is happy with it. But yes very true about what you said. Marketing.

[@sov19871987]

Who is forcing you to buy new stuff??? Keep your old garbage and be happy 😂😂😂

[@JS-ud7ml]

I have the 2023 Hobie Mirage Outback and a 2021 Jeep Rubicon with a 37" tire on the back door..... Can I get a measurement from the exit of the hitch to the 90 degree up please ?

[@rjmfishtales]

I no longer use this setup as now i need to carry 3 kayaks. I sold it. It would say it was about 15-20 inches from my tailgate,but was inside a geny y hitch. All you need to do is install a hitch extender and would work fine. You will definitely like it. Buy directly from Australia. Much cheaper. Only $800 after the calculation is done from Australia to US dollars. You wont regret it.

[@adamdavila1198]

Purchased one major flaw the piston didn't extend all the way to click into the top tooth position so the lock pin can be placed in.

[@rjmfishtales]

Reach out to them they should replace with no problem. Or you can order one through an auto parts store. That sucks the piston came bad from them. It’s a strong piston. Sometimes it takes a great deal of pressure or pulling on it to extend or retract.

[@BillAlton777]

Ryan is doable to have 2 Kayaks side by side on that truck rack? I mean would they fit and would the rack hold the weight. Native slayer 12.5 and a crescent. Thanks have a great KBF season and hope to meet you down the line….

[@rjmfishtales]

Bill. I have a different rack now. I utilize the Yakima Overhaul HD rack. I ended up getting the 78 inch crossbars. With Nucanoe Unlimited and Hobie Pa 14 they just fit. Rack is rated for 500 pounds moving down the road. 700 pounds static. Most aluminum racks are rated about the same. It all depends on how use cross bars are. But I also have a trailer as well. I transport different all the time depending on where I am going.

[@BillAlton777]

@@rjmfishtales thank you!

[@rjmfishtales]

@BillAlton777 no problem and thanks on wishing me luck.

[@user-ol9pe9pr8b]

do you know if this is easier to load than the ez recrack? how did you decide between the two or others?

[@rjmfishtales]

I did not look at other options. I went with a company that has been around and the price of it. But it is super easy to load with this piece of equipment. I am happy with the Will-I-Loader. It’s very easy to maintain and fix if needed as well.

[@user-ol9pe9pr8b]

@@rjmfishtales thanks for the reply

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem. That is why I am here.

[@TWC6724]

Wow. Didn’t even know this thing existed.

[@rjmfishtales]

It’s really nice. If I could have gotten away with it I would still be doing it that way. I just carry too much with me. Had to go back to a trailer. Now going back to an enclosed trailer soon.

[@anythingadrenaline4515]

Is a. Possible to get two Hobies side x side with your setup on the ford?

[@rjmfishtales]

Laying flat no. You need to have at least 80 inches of flat usable space to have 2 Hobie PA 14 side by side and be able to tie down. The kayak is 39 inches wide and you need a little wiggle room. I currently have a different rack and I got the widest you can get and 78 inches but have other things on it. Maybe that one would work but 78 inches is right on what you need. If you remove the end stops maybe. I currently have the Yakima HD rack on a different truck.

[@h2bjon934]

Hey, I'm looking into this product, I would like to roof top my PA and then stow this loader in my bed when it's not used. How easy is it to disassemble and put inside of the truck bed when you're not using it?

[@rjmfishtales]

You just need to fold down arms and remove from hitch and place it in bed. It’s not hard at all of that big. I am selling mine because I need to go back to a trailer as I am taking out multiple people now. I am in SC. Not sure where you are from, but selling for $500. It works great. I loved it but need a trailer again…..

[@WhereFishLive]

@@rjmfishtales Have sold it yet? If not, would you consider boxing it up and shipping it to California?

[@rjmfishtales]

I have it sitting in my garage. I have no problem shipping at your cost. I can remove the part that holds to hitch so make a bit smaller for shipping. I would say with insurance and UPS boxing up I am sure shipping won’t be cheap. I just hate shipping items like this because I can guarantee something will get broken like piston or something. But up to you. Me personally I would buy new for a few hundred more directly from BerleyPro. You would get it in 10 days once last through customs.

[@WhereFishLive]

@@rjmfishtales Thanks for the advice, especially about the about the shipping time. That was my biggest factor. I think I will order directly fro BerleyPro. Good luck selling the unit.

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem. For what you would pay for me to ship and buy from me I rather you have a new unit. Mine is fine but don’t trust UPS especially with mine put together. I may just keep it. Never know what future will hold. You will like it for sure!!

[@ad905]

Hi mate, do you sell them or are you just reviewing a product you use?

[@rjmfishtales]

Just showing and reviewing it. Berleypro makes it and sells it. Plus retailers around the world.

[@ad905]

@@rjmfishtales thanks for the reply :) Did you buy it or was it sent to you for free for review purposes? I have been waiting to find a real review of this that wasn't an explainer by someone selling it in some way :D

[@rjmfishtales]

I bought it with my own money. I needed a way to get it on the roof by myself without causing damage to kayak.

[@ad905]

@@rjmfishtales thanks RJM! Yeah I hear you! It looks like the best solution I have seen. So great to see a review from a real customer! Thanks again!

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem buddy. Haven’t had any issues yet. I would say the piston probably has about a 2 year life span and will needed to be changed at one point. Just keep things tight and you should be good.

[@eliteAries]

What trolley cart is that? Where to buy it?

[@rjmfishtales]

That is the Boonedox groovy landing gear. www.boonedoxusa.com/product-page/groovy-landing-gear-hobie-pa-kit

[@joeys7519]

Can you still use the hitch to tow a trailer

[@rjmfishtales]

I would just take it out and lay it inside your bed if the truck or you can leave in and move to a different spot on the hitch if you use one like me. I use a Gen Y hitch so it’s adjustable with different holes. Just not sure, depending on what kind of trailer you are towing would it hit when you turn. That’s up to you. But if no adjustable hitch like the Gen-Y you would have to remove anyways.

[@claudiotg5462]

Está a la venta ese sistema de elevacion?

[@rjmfishtales]

Yes at BerleyPro. www.berleypro.com/product/will-i-loader/ It’s around $800-850 US dollars

[@claudiotg5462]

@@rjmfishtales gracias

[@rjmfishtales]

No problem.

[@edwardreyes9314]

That is a great idea for kayaks. Where can I get one. 🙂👍

[@rjmfishtales]

I think I left website In description. Berley Pro is website. They are out of Australia. If you are in the SC area I am selling mine because had to go back to trailer to take multiple kayaks.

[@stevosUSN]

What’s the name of those Dollie’s

[@rjmfishtales]

Boonedox Landing Gear. I have install videos and multiple videos on them for my Nucanoe. BoonedoxUsa.com

[@carrieransfield5587]

Where can I buy one please

[@rjmfishtales]

You can buy directly from Berley Pro out of Australia. It takes about 10 days to get and it’s cheaper to buy from them when the USA to Australian dollar converts.

[@candidopeterle3904]

Dove posso acquistare questo attrezzo ?

[@rjmfishtales]

Sorry. I don’t understand the question. Can you translate?

[@Whitebassonly]

Cool idea but for the price, I can buy a couple old jet ski trailers and convert them, sell one and keep the other for free 😂

[@rjmfishtales]

It’s time management. For $800 it was worth it. I actually went back to a trailer as I have added another kayak to the fleet. So couldn’t fit both on the ladder rack. But this thing rocked when I had it.

[@Whitebassonly]

@@rjmfishtales I hear ya. I like the trailer because I don’t have to wrestle the kayak on and off at the house - I just drop the trailer or hook it on and go. I had an ascend and various other cheapo kayaks, and upgrading this week to a used Hobie and was looking at what people do for transport etc to see if there was anything I wanted to put the time and money into that might be better than pulling a trailer.

[@rjmfishtales]

It works well. The cheapest way to buy is directly from Berley Pro as the American dollar is stronger than the Australia dollar. So after the conversion it was around $800 even through the cart says like $1100 or $1200. It just takes a couple weeks to get as it needs to go through customs. But I like it when I had it. It makes getting on top of rack pretty easy.

[@etownoutdoors5052]

I got mine installed and it doesn't lift my pa 14

[@rjmfishtales]

Did you order the one with the strongest piston? There is 3 different ones. Also I would suggest to keep weight out of the front hatch. I keep very little in the front. If you are having problems it could possible be a bad piston as well. I have had no problems with mine and use it 2-3 times a week. If you purchased locally I would take it back and show them. If you bought it directly from BerleyPro I would reach out to them. As long as you have the right piston it should work flawlessly.

[@freeagentangler5159]

Affordable ? It's 2K

[@rjmfishtales]

It’s $1200 in Australia where Berley Pro is from. But when you purchase directly from them like I did, it’s $800 US dollars when calculated during transaction. So yes it’s affordable for what it is.

[@happycampers6592]

What a god-awful contraption. Would be different if it had other uses. I just use my wife to help me load/unload our yaks AND she is useful for other things too...

[@bowhunterslodge]

Looks a cracker to me 👍

[@doctorkayak]

I found the cure for the common wife. Gave her half and showed her the door!