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This versatile load
assist roller makes it painless to get your boats on top of the vehicle, even
if you're loading multiple boats all by yourself. It slides out to protect
your vehicle when loading, and slides side-to-side to protect you from winding
up at the hospital with a double-hernia. To use this product, you'll need
an extra set of Yakima crossbars, click here to find what size you need.
* Combines with the BigStack, Mako Aero Saddles, Mako Saddles, BowDown, HullRaiser
Aero, Kayak Stacker, HullyRollers, LandShark Saddles and Gunwale Brackets for
the ultimate combination of easy loading and boat security
* You'll never have to lift more than half your
boat's weight, saving your muscles for paddling,
not loading
* Padded to prevent boat damage
* Slides right to left to assist in loading multiple boats
* Works with your existing or new boat mounts
* Locking system built-in
(no additional purchase required)
* Stainless steel and brass hardware protects
against corrosion
* To use this product, you'll need an extra set of Yakima crossbars, click
here to find what size you need.Slide-out roller system
assists in loading boats onto vehicle. Requires purchase of Yakima crossbars to
complete assembly (66" bars recommended for 24" max extension with up
to an 80lb boat; refer to matrix in instructions for more options for lighter
boats or to get more extension)Produced: 2008 to present-Padded
roller extends up to 34" from rear crossbar
-Roller slides from side to side to allow loading of multiple boats
-Mounts directly to round, square, and many factory crossbars
-Special fasteners provide passive security. Tool for assembly and adjustment
provided.
-Can be mounted under crossbars for canoe loading (to provide clearance for gunwale
brackets)
-Canoe loading not permitted on factory crossbars
-Stainless steel and brass hardware for superior corrosion resistance.General
Information:
Weight: 9.6lbs
Dimensions:
44" L x 2" H (profile) X 6" W (fore aft)Roller is 44¼"
Wide

If the notion of unnecessary exertion doesn’t exactly tickle your fancy, get yourself a ShowBoat. Since you’ll never have to lift more than half your boat’s weight, this versatile load-assist roller makes it painless to get your boats on top of the vehicle – even if you’re loading multiple boats all by yourself. It slides out to protect your vehicle when loading, then slides side-to-side to provide a better load angle and protect you from winding up with a hernia.
To use this product, you’ll need an extra set of Yakima crossbars, click here to find what size you need.
* Combines with the BigStack, Mako Aero Saddles, Mako Saddles, BowDown, HullRaiser Aero, Kayak Stacker, HullyRollers, LandShark Saddles and Gunwale Brackets for the ultimate combination of easy loading and boat security
* You’ll never have to lift more than half your
boat’s weight, saving your muscles for paddling, not loading
* Padded to prevent boat damage
* Slides right to left to assist in loading multiple boats
* Works with your existing or new boat mounts
* Locking system built-in (no additional purchase required)
* Stainless steel and brass hardware protects against corrosion
If you've ever dinged your boat or scratched the back of your car trying to get your boat loaded you need the Yakima's ShowBoat. No more hard edges, no more blunders, just slick convenience.

If you've ever dinged your boat or scratched the back of your car trying to get your boat loaded you need the Yakima's ShowBoat. No more hard edges, no more blunders, just slick convenience. Padded loading surface protects your boat and keeps it from sliding side to side. The slide-out roller system makes loading boats onto your vehicle a breeze. Extendable arm retracts when you're not hoisting boats giving you a sleek, clean look; while saving your car from dings and dents. Lockable with no additional purchase required.66" crossbars recommended (sold separately).

Take the hassle out of loading your kayaks and canoes onto your vehicle with the Yakima Showboat.
| Attachment: | Round, Square and some factory crossbars |
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| Locking: | Yes |
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| At 62 with a 70 lb kayak I was having trouble getting it on and off the roof rack. The Showboat eliminated that problem completely! Easy to load and unload, now I will enjoy getting out more without the hassle I used to face. | |
| Greg D at REI on 05/27/2008 | |