Super easy - about 2 minutes! You lift it about waist high to put it in the cradles, then use the provided strap to secure it. The hullivator does the rest. I kayak alone - it wasn't cheap, but a terrific investment. Saves a lot of time, my back and my paint.
500 mile round trip, breaking it in with my Thule racks and beloved Hullivator. One of my best investments! 1st time in 6 years I haven't had to buy new footings - same ones from my traded JLUR.