Thule Get-A-Grip paddle holder

The Thule Get-A-Grip paddle holder accessory makes my life a little easier.  So far, I have carried up to 5 kayak paddles at a time, but I’m confident I could securely fit a sixth!  When I’m already transporting boats, gear, and bodies, it is far more convenient to carry all of our paddles on the roof rack.  Nobody likes hitting the back of their elbow on a sharp blade when shifting gears, and very few passengers actually enjoy squeezing themselves around a bundle of paddle shafts cutting across their seat.

Not only does the Get-A-Grip paddle holder make the drive nicer for driver and passenger, this accessory also locks!  When I go for a post-paddle bite and beer, I know that all of our paddles are locked to my roof rack.  Having gear stolen before, I am interested in making any further theft as difficult as possible!

A plastic-coated steel cable (with paddle-friendly rubber guard) cinches your paddles securely.  Locking the accessory prevents someone from releasing the cable.  At the same time, it locks the thumbscrews that secure the Get-A-Grip paddle holder to your roof rack!  Voila!  This accessory will work with Thule and Yakima crossbars, as well as most factory crossbars.

I carry mine upside down (shown above) to make more room for more boats, but you decide what works best for you!

I love my Thule rack.  Though it took quite a while to save up for it, the limited Lifetime Warranty means I’ll have it for a long time.  And the Get-A-Grip paddle holder is one of Thule’s least expensive accessories at a mere $64.95 (in 2013)!!!  Which means you get a lot of bang for only a little buck.

Check it out on Alder Creek’s website HERE, or call 503-285-0464 to order one.

-Andrew Romanelli