I need to get something to attach to my dock to lift my kayak out of the water. I'm stumped!?

Question

I have a bad back and having to pull it on to my dock from a distance of around 4-5' is killing me. I have been looking at a block and tackle and mooring whips and I just can't seem to figure it out. Any ideas? I pull the kayak up by the nose.

Thank you

Answer 1

Install a roller at the end of your dock.  If your dock deck is too high, you will need to install another roller in front of the dock end. Install a ring or such back from the first roller. Try pulling the kayak up. Too heavy? You will need a block and tackle.