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08-17-2021, 07:47 AM | #1 |
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Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: SD County
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I like it
I have the boondox landing gear on a 2015 Outback, and their newer Groovy landing gear on a 2016 Outback. No problems with either, but the Groovy is definitely improved. I haven't used grease, but have had it get sticky. I find that if I make sure to rinse well inside the tubes it's not bad. As for the weight, it hold it fine. To make the front end lighter, I transport with my mirage drive bungeed on the back and my game bag flopped over the seat.
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08-17-2021, 08:27 AM | #2 | |
Junior
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: SF Bay Area, California
Posts: 4
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Followup question on the Groovy: How tall are the knuckles when mounted/what's the diameter of their extrusion? I have the kayak stored above the garage door and there isn't much room left over. It looks like these will fit, but I can't find the actual dimensions online. Thanks! |
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08-17-2021, 08:51 AM | #3 |
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Join Date: May 2014
Location: Fort Lauderdale
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It seems like it would be good for a boat launch in freshwater. I have seen them crack the kayak sides when used with an insufficient backing plate under the mount. I am surprised that nobody has mentioned corrosion in saltwater. Not for me, but different strokes for different folks. Good luck with your decision.
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08-17-2021, 09:26 AM | #4 |
n00b
Join Date: Jul 2021
Location: San Diego
Posts: 19
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The previous owner of my 2015 Outback mounted them on mine. I have no complaints other than their width. I can juuuust squeeze my kayak through my side gate. I believe they're made of aluminum, no evidence of corrosion on mine despite only salt water use.
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08-17-2021, 12:27 PM | #5 | |
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08-17-2021, 01:38 PM | #6 |
Junior
Join Date: Aug 2021
Location: SF Bay Area, California
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