I’d been storing my 10.5’ kayak on edge, in the bark dust on the side of the house. After buying my wife the same model, I didn’t want to store her pristine kayak on the dirty gravel ground. Researched numerous racks before deciding on this one. PROS: large padded hooks, perfect height, very sturdy/adjustable feet, assembles well with good hardware, looks nice. This holds the last 2’ of kayak on each end, securely & all the way into the hook loops. No straps needed. I’m 6’3” and can easily hoist the 50 lb kayak into the upper hooks. I unscrewed the adjustable feet in the front of the bases, to help avoid leaning forward-which works good. I’m very pleased. Watch out for the yellow model with straps that doesn’t have a cross brace. I almost bought it accidentally.