Yakima ShowBoat Kayak Loader

- The Yakima Showboat load-assist roller allows for quick and easy one person loading and unloading of kayaks on-to and off-of the roof of a vehicle. Never have to lift more than half the boats weight! Designed for use with 66" Yakima crossbars.
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Yakima - ShowBoat

Loading a kayak is simple with the Yakima Showboat! This unique load-assist devices consists of a padded roller and cross bars(sold separately) that can be attached to round, square, or many factory roof racks for easy one-person loading of a boat onto a vehicle. The loader can slide from left to right for loading more than one boat. Yakima Showboats are constructed with stainless steel and brass hardware to protect against corrosion. With this device installed you never have to lift more than half of your boats weight! Includes a built in locking system and a lifetime warranty! Check out the pictures below to see the Yakima ShowBoat in use!

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yakima kayak loader with kayak being loaded Side view of the Yakima ShowBoat in use.

Yakima SHOWBOAT™ Kayak Loader Features:

  • Can be used on square or round cross bars and many factory roof racks
  • Requires 66" Yakima Cross Bars for use
  • Padded design wont scratch your boat
  • Tie-downs NOT included
  • Never have to lift more than half the boats weight
  • Telescopes out for loading and in for transporting
  • Works with existing or new boat mounts
  • Built in locking system
  • Stainless steel and brass hardware
  • Lifetime Warranty
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Yakima SHOWBOAT ™ Kayak Loader Pricing & Specs
Model # Description Price
8004040 Yakima ShowBoat™ Roof Top Kayak Loader
Note: Requires Yakima 66" Crossbars
+ free shipping
8000410 Yakima 66" Crossbars (pair) + free shipping
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Roof Water Mount Accessories
Item Description Price
20052
6 foot cable lock
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Standard Universal Round Cross Bars - Pair
Feet adjust to 3 different positions from 37" to 45"
47 3/4" long bars
Weight Capacity: 150 lbs.
+ 12 s&h
RLB-2301
6 foot cable lock
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Universal Roof Rack Cross Bars - Pair
Max Width Apart: 41"
Max Side Bar Width: 1 3/4"
Min. Height from Side Bar to Roof: 1 3/4"
Weight Capacity: 130 lbs.
+ 25 s&h
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