Portage Canoe Carrier
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Why We Like The Portage Canoe Carrier
Preparing for a day at the lake is easy when we have the Thule Portage Canoe Carrier. For a 2-person adventure, we simply have to slide our canoe over the ramped sides and set it on the durable gunwales that have a cushioned base to secure the canoe in place, damage-free. The cushioned padding defends against bumps and nicks, and has weather-resistant qualities to eliminate worry about corrosion over time. Just cinch the center straps and tie-downs at the bow and stern, and boom! Ready for travel.
Details
- Pop your canoe on this easy, secure carrier for care-free travel
- Durable gunwales with ramped sides make for easy loading
- Weather-resistant base padding protects the canoe in transit
- Center straps with buckle bumpers protect car and canoe
- Tie-downs for bow and stern quickly ratchet down in seconds
- Fits most factory racks with single reversible mounting bracket
- Item #THUZ3AI
- Boat Capacity
- single
- Compatibility
- Thule WingBar Evo, AeroBlade, SquareBar, ProBar, Xsporter Pro (with adapter), TracRac
- Part Number
- 819001
- Recommended Use
- travel
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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Overall Rating
3.5 based on 18 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJune 18, 2025
Doesn't mount well; tie-downs are inadequate
The Portage is marketed as being compatible with the Wilderness-trim Subaru Outback (6th generation). However, the beam of a standard touring canoe is exactly as wide as this vehicle's rails, and the mounting method of the Portage makes it impossible to combine the two. Seems like it would be fine for a very narrow canoe, like a pack boat or solo canoe, but unless you have an extremely boxy vehicle with at least 42" between its rails, forget this product. Additionally, the Portage only includes two tie-downs. To properly secure a canoe you need four. That may be why some other reviewers are having issues with the canoe shifting in cross winds.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 30, 2024
Bad system
Bad design, not enough space to put the four holder on the bars. I have a St-Maurice canoë from Shawinigan, Canada.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
September 29, 2024
Solidbut bulky and difficult to adjust
I’v had to replace the Thule square bar system due to rust after 20 years of excellent performance. The square bar canoe carrier was solid, easy to adjust and much sleeker than its replacement. However this unit is easier to install and remove and does the job well enough.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
April 26, 2024
Older version
I have the older version works much easier. The price is ridiculous.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
December 20, 2023
Great
Easy to install so far so good. Can't wait to use it this summer
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
August 14, 2023
Gets the job done
Trying to research options to haul a canoe a few times on my F150 and this came up. It’s a bit of a pricey option when combined with the the roof rack. In the end I was able to haul a canoe securely without issue. All straps were provided and the install was easy and secure. I’d recommend it.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
July 28, 2022
Great product
Simple to use and holds the canoe tight. I appreciate that it can be quickly moved from one vehicle to another and it is configurable for the various cross bars. Very happy with my Thule Portage.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
July 25, 2022
Doesn't fit properly, you don't need this product
Bought at the same time I purchased the Wingbar Evo (which I'm very happy with). I followed the specifications for my car (Chevy Cruze). Bought this product for my canoe. We followed the instructions (which could be a lot clearer, and youtube videos, and unfortunately, it does not fit. The clamps that the canoe is supposed to rest on need to be place on the outside of the Evo Clamps. This is not how it was designed. Disappointed as I followed Thule's buying advice for my vehicle. Also the instructions for the ropes needs to be a lot clearer and we managed but I'm not convinced it was right. In the end, placing the canoe one the roof rack and tying down with the ratchet straps with rope at the front and back does the trick. You don't this product, it was a waste on money and we could have bought cheaper ratchet straps and rope.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
July 17, 2022
Work Beautifully
Had a set for 20 years on my Saab that worked flawlessly. These fit my canoe perfectly. and hold well.
Originally reviewed on thule-us-ca
December 6, 2021
Better off without it
Strap straight to your rack. This system looks cool for a minute, but makes it more difficult to load your canoe. Save your money.
Originally reviewed on our US website www.llbean.com
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