Disclosed is a mobile spool support system for transporting spools of a flexible elongate load such as cable or tubing on a transport vehicle. In some forms the system includes one or more lift arms for raising and lowering a spool rod. These arms are pivotally attached to a lift base that is utilized for supporting loads placed on the support system. A spool rod is utilized for supporting a spool containing the flexible elongate load on the spool and is seated on the lift arms. A mount interface is utilized for securing the system to the front or rear end of a transport vehicle. Deployable jacks are available in some forms to support the system against the ground.