Attwood Kayak Hoist System - Black

The Attwood Kayak Hoist System in black is a ceiling-mounted pulley-based storage solution engineered for kayaks, canoes, bicycles, ladders, and other recreational gear. Using a mechanical advantage pulley design, this kayak storage hoist allows a single person to safely lift and secure watercraft and equipment overhead with minimal physical effort—eliminating the need for wall-mounted racks or floor storage that consumes valuable garage or boathouse space.

The system features a 120-pound weight capacity, meaning it accommodates most touring and recreational kayaks, as well as composite or aluminum canoes in the typical 40–100 pound range. Two-inch-wide webbing hand straps provide secure grip points during the lifting process, while the integrated hook and locking mechanism prevent drift or accidental lowering once gear is raised to ceiling height. All mounting hardware is included, and the compact footprint (6 x 5 x 11 inches) keeps the hoist discreet when not in active use. At 6.75 pounds, the system itself is lightweight enough for DIY installation on standard ceiling joists or reinforced ceiling mounts.

This solution is ideal for weekend anglers and boaters with limited storage, seasonal water sports enthusiasts who need off-season storage for kayaks and paddleboards, and anyone managing a workshop, garage, or boathouse where floor and wall space is at a premium. Attwood Marine's pulley-based approach is common in marine storage systems because it distributes load evenly and requires no electrical components, making maintenance straightforward and reliability high in humid, salt-air environments.

The kayak hoist system is compatible with most interior and garage ceilings where joists are accessible. Proper installation on solid structural supports is essential to ensure the full 120-pound capacity is safely realized. This is a mechanical storage aid, not an active retrieval system, so controlled lowering during removal requires the user to manage descent speed via the pulley rope.