Thule SUP Taxi vs Yakima SUPDawg

Buying a paddle board means you are ready for some serious fun, entertainment and fitness. You can go explore the waters like never before. However, it can be challenging getting an inflated paddle board to and from the launching point at the water. This is where a stand-up paddle board carrier, also called a SUP carrier, can help.

In this article, we review two top-quality paddle board roof racks to make the job transporting your SUP as quick and easy as possible. Buying the most suitable SUP carrier makes all the difference in getting to your favourite launching spot hassle free. We will compare the Thule SUP Taxi and Yakima SUPDAWG and highlight some of their features, pros and cons.

Thule SUP Taxi paddle board carrier

Overview

This SUP carrier from Thule is one of the best-quality, top-of-the-range SUP carriers available in the market today. Known for its maximum board security and customisable fit, the Thule SUP Taxi will suit a wide range of paddle boards models from all major manufacturers. It is extremely easy to load a paddle board onto the SUPTaxi.

Key features

• Thule SUP Taxi is made with a contemporary telescopic design to suit a wide variety of paddle boards with the width varying from 70 to 86 cm.
• The carrier is made from heavy-duty steel and its spring-loaded locking cam provides extra security for your paddle board during tough weather conditions.
• It comes with weather-resistant padding that protects the board while putting on and removing it from the launching pad.
• It comes with a high-quality speed-link mounting system that helps mounting the carrier to the roof rack easily.

Pros

The Thule SUP Taxi comes with four Thule one-key locks that can be used to safely lock the paddle board to the carrier. Two locks are used for the strap assembly and the other two for speed link. There are not many carriers in the market that come with this level of added security for the paddle board. The Taxi works really well at highway speeds and offers no noise at all from the racks. All this makes this SUP carrier one of the best ones available for paddle board lovers to buy today.

Cons

The Thule SUP Taxi is a little heavier when compared to other SUP carriers from other brands. Sometimes transporting the paddle board can become an issue with it especially because of the front tie down strap that can cause hindrance for big paddle boards.

Verdict

All in all, the Thule SUP Taxi is a great complement to any paddle board that you may own. It has very few drawbacks and comparing it to many other SUP carriers, it still rules the charts as being one of the best and most suited SUP carriers for a wide variety of paddle boards.

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Yakima SUPDAWG

Overview

The Yakima SUPDAWG is a stand-up mount for paddle boards that can easily hold up to two paddle boards side by side with a maximum width of 36”. This easy-to-use SUP carrier is easily assembled and features integrated rollers that can help in loading the paddle board.

Key features

• The Yakima SUPDAWG comes with SKS locks to provide extra protection and security to the paddle board.
• The box comes loaded with all the accessories that are needed to load two medium-sized paddle boards side by side.
• The assembly is super simple and can be completed in no time without using any tools.
• The Yakima SUPDAWG comes with soft padding that protects and cradles the paddle board.
• The design is contemporary with sleek and premium gloss black finish.

Pros

The Yakima SUPDAWG is far better to use than many other SUP carriers because of its super easy assembly and its ability to carry two paddle boards side by side, at the same time. It is built very solidly and its locking mechanism is by far one of the best in the industry.

Cons

For any disadvantages with the Yakima SUPDAWG, its straps can become loose too quickly. This can strip out the tightness of the paddle board that jeopardises the security of the paddle board. It is also not suited for a wide variety of paddle boards with big widths as it can hold two paddle boards side by side.

Verdict

The Yakima SUPDAWG will suit those paddle board lovers that want to transport more than one paddle board at the same time to the water. If you have many paddle boards and do not want to waste time in coming back to the launching pad, again and again, to launch the paddle boards into the water separately, the SUPDAWG is your preferred choice for a high-quality SUP carrier.

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Conclusion

Now that you know in detail about the Thule SUP Taxi and the SUPDAWG, you know which one is more suited to meet your needs and requirements as a paddle board owner. Buy the one that is more suitable for you and enjoy your paddle board experience.