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Yakima BoatLoader Crossbar

Travel > Car RacksRated: 5 by 6 reviews.

Moosejaw (Spring 2010)

After a serious day of paddling, load your boat easily, thanks to the Yakima BoatLoader.

FEATURES of the BoatLoader Crossbar by Yakima

SPECIFICATIONS:

Features:

  • Combines with the BigStack, Mako Aero Saddles, Mako Saddles, BowDown, HullRaiser, HullRaiser Aero, Kayak Stacker, HullyRollers, LandShark Saddles and Gunwale Brackets for the ultimate combination of easy loading and boat security
  • Great for taller vehicles
  • Protects your car from dings, scratches, and dents, and nearby people from hearing you curse vehementlya
  • Resists corrosion, even if you paddle in saltwater next to nuclear power plants
  • Telescoping arm retracts into your Yakima crossbar
  • You'll never have to lift more than half your boat's weight, saving your muscles for paddling, not loading
Capacity:n/a, not used for transport.
Dimensions:Extends 28" from end of bar, 36-1/2" total length.
Weight:5 lbs.
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Yakima BoatLoader Crossbar Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

Most paddlers need this help

Rating:*****
My truck is safe from scratches because I can slide the boats up the rear of the truck. The saddles are far enough back. On my wife's crv the saddles are too far forward and do not protect the car during loading. Very few people are strong enough to load a kayak safely on top of their cars without some help. Since I am afraid of my wife I bought this to assist. She would kill me if I mess her car up like I have done to my truck. I own 1 of these for the drivers side already, but find I like to load 2 boats without anybodies help at times. So I ordered a 2nd. Moose Jaw will give you reward points and free shipping usually. Nobody discounts Yakima gear so this is as good as it gets.
Patrick at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 08/07/2009

great innovation of yakima. definitely recommend this to anyone.

Rating:*****
I have a 14 ft kayak that weighs 70lbs. Sure, 70lbs may not be much weight if the weight is compacted, but because it's a kayak, the 70lbs is really cumbersome to balance and move around. With this yakima boatloader, i can easily load my yak on top of my car without a problem. The first few times may take you a while to get use to, but once you get the hang of it, you will love it!
Garrett at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 03/20/2008

It makes loading your kayak much easier. It's a must have if you have a longer kayak that takes two

Rating:*****
This is a great product from Yakima. I purchase mine earlier this year from Moosejaw and I love it! It makes loading your kayak much easier. It's a must have if you have a longer kayak that takes two people to load and unload.
Kirk at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 11/07/2007

Yakima Boatloader is good.

Rating:****
I purchased the boatloader after adding several scratches to the car and bruises to my toes while trying to load my 50 lb. kayak alone. It was simple to install and makes it a breeze to car top. Thumbs up!
Sha at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 07/12/2006

Like having another person (that doesn't talk back, sweet)

Rating:*****
So much more helpful than my 110-lb wife at getting that boat on top of the SUV.
Brian at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 07/07/2006

Yakima produces GREAT products. Highly recommend!

Rating:*****
This boat loader works great! Much easier to load by your self. No dings on the car.
Timt at Moosejaw (Spring 2010) on 12/01/2005