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The Malone Telos Kayak Lift-Assist (MPG351) eliminates any effort required to load and unload a kayak on the Malone DownLoader kayak rack, Malone J-Loader kayak rack and Malone AutoLoader kayak rack (all sold separately; see accessory add-ons below). The pair of Malone Telos lift assist bars with cradles temporarily attach to each of the Malone DownLoader, J-Loader and AutoLoader kayak cradles when you are ready to load and unload your boat. The integrated non-marking suction cups anchor the bars and fully protect the vehicle at all times. Simply place the kayak in the Telos lift assist cradles in the lowest position. Then effortlessly alternate moving the self-locking ratchets up until in the top position. Then just slide the boat over onto the Malone DownLoader, J-Loader or AutoLoader kayak rack cradles. No lifting at all! Just one person is needed to operate the Telos as it gently and safely raises the kayak up the side of the vehicle and into position for sliding onto the Malone DownLoader, J-Loader or AutoLoader j-cradles. Quickly removes for storage during transport.
- The Malone Telos Kayak Lift-Assist temporarily attaches onto the Malone DownLoader kayak rack, Malone J-Loader kayak rack and Malone AutoLoader kayak rack (all sold separately; see accessory add-ons below) and eliminates any effort required by one person to load and unload a kayak.
- Simple to use quick connect attachment to the Malone DownLoader, Malone J-Loader and Malone AutoLoader kayak rack cradles. Quickly removes for storage during transport.
- Self-locking ratchet system provides safe upward & downward travel at all times.
- Extruded aluminum frame and molded plastic components that never rust.
- Steel cradles with foam padding protect the kayak from scratches.
- 'Living Hinge' engineering automatically positions the Telos frames to fit all vehicle types.
- The integrated non-marking suction cups anchor the frames and fully protect the vehicle at all times.
- Easy to follow Malone MPG351 Telos instructions manual included.
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Product Reviews
Read the reviews below to find out what other customers are saying about the Malone Racks MPG351 Telos kayak lifting device.
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Kayak Loading is So Easy Now
this Malone Telos review by Eddie M.
vehicle year/make/model: 2008 Ford Expedition
item(s) transported: Perception Search 13 Sit on Top Kayak Ocean Kayak Venus 11 Sit on Top Kayak
This is a great great great product! Loading my yaks on top of the Expedition was a big pain. But with the Malone Telos Lift Assist it is so easy.
You Will Wonder Why You Did Not Buy This EZ Helper Sooner
this Malone Telos review by Jack
vehicle year/make/model: 2009 Toyota Tacoma with ARE camper shell
item(s) transported: two kayaks
Great device! Got a new truck, bad back, gettin' older, tired of working over your head?? This device will put your kayak on your kayak roof rack with ease. No sense dinging your new ride wrestling a fifty-pound laker, sea kayak or high-volume rotomold up top any more. Up she goes...down she comes-- with ease! You will wonder why you didn't score on this outfit from Malone sooner. For those of us who "do it yourself", loading the boats alone is now no big deal. Built strong and reliable, your boats and vehicle will both take less abuse using this device in tandem with the Malone "J" rack.
Product Discussion
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JK asks - Do the Telos bars stay attached all the time, even while driving?
ORS Crew answers - No, they only temporarily attach when loading and unloading boats. You then remove them when transporting the kayaks.
Danielle W. asks - Is there a kayak weight limit for this loader?
ORS Crew answers - Great question, according to Malone Racks tech services it handles any kayak up to 70 lbs.
Joe M. asks - Can you use this to put two kayaks on the roof if you have two sets of J-Loader kayak racks on the cartop?
ORS Crew answers - Yes you are exactly right. You only need one set of the Malone Telos lift-assist mechanism. You can then quickly attach it and remove from multiple Malone J-Loader carriers (or the AutoLoader and DownLoader models). You only install it for loading and unloading the kayak. It then removes from the cradles when not needed, during transport etc. So even if you have more than one set of Malone J-style kayak racks on your vehicle's rooftop, you only need one Malone Telos.
Rich Rohde asks - I have a 2004 Toyota 4-Runner w/ roof rack. I have two sets of Yakima J-cradles for my two kayaks. Can I purchase separately the Malone Telos Lift Assist and will it work properly with the Yakima J-cradles?
ORS Crew answers - Unfortunately the Telos is only compatible with Malone j-cradle kayak racks.
G. Pisel asks - I have a Hobie Mirage Outfitter kayak. Can the Telos system be used for that? It weighs 73 lbs. I have a Ford Sporttrack to carry the boat.
ORS Crew answers - The Hobie Mirage Outfitter kayak is going to be a bit oversized/overweight for the Telos, it has a weight limit of 70 lbs. Also the Telos is only compatible with certain Malone kayak j-cradle kayak carriers such as the Malone Downloader, J-Loader and AutoLoader kayak racks. The Telos bars attach to the bases of the cradles on these kayak carriers. Instead, for your needs we suggest a rear of vehicle kayak roller system such as the Yakima ShowBoat roller system which universally mounts to factory rack crossbars and any aftermarket roof rack cross bars. You can then lift the front of the Hobie Mirage Outfitter kayak onto the roller that is extended out over the back of your car. You then roll the kayak right up and into position on your kayak rack. Then slide the Showboat roller back into stored position and you are all set.
Product Videos
Malone Telos Kayak Lift-Assist review video & demo by ORS Racks Direct. Demonstration movie of the MPG351 Malone Telos kayak rack lift-assist features. For use with the Malone AutoLoader, DownLoader and J-Loader j-cradles kayak rack (sold separately). Innovative ratcheting towers that attach to the Malone DownLoader, J-Loader and AutoLoader j-cradles and allow for effortless loading and unloading of kayak in and out of the cradles.
Malone Racks Official Telos Lift-Assist Video
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Customer Installation Pictures
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ORDERING NOTES
For use with the Malone DownLoader kayak rack, Malone J-Loader kayak rack and Malone AutoLoader kayak rack (all sold separately; see accessory add-ons above).
The pair of Malone Telos lift assist frames with cradles temporarily attach to each of the Malone AutoLoader, DownLoader and J-Loader kayak cradles when you are ready to load and unload your boat. The integrated non-marking suction cups anchor the frames and fully protect the vehicle at all times.
'Living Hinge' engineering automatically positions the Telos frames to fit all vehicle types.
