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Yakima BoatLoader EVO - Easy Roof Loading!

Yakima BoatLoader EVO - Easy Roof Loading!

Description

Title: Yakima - BoatLoader EVO Canoe, Kayak and Board Roof Loading System

Description: Lighten the load on your next boating trip. The Yakima BoatLoader EVO takes some of the toughest work out of loading up, telescoping out 28" from your roof rack to help get canoes, kayaks, and boards up to the roof. When not in use, it stows neatly inside your RoundBar or CoreBar crossbar, ready and waiting for the next trip to the water. All in all, it’s easier on your back, your boat and your car's paint job. Weight: 3.80 lbs. Dimensions: L 36.50in x W 3.30in x H 3.00in.

Description: The BoatLoader EVO telescopes out 28 inches from your roof rack to help get canoes, kayaks, and boards up to the roof easier. It also protects your gear by preventing dings, scratches, and dents to both your watercraft and your car's surface. The retractable storage feature allows it to stow neatly inside your RoundBar or CoreBar crossbar when not in use, making it convenient for your next trip to the water. The installation is quick and easy, taking only 10 minutes or less without requiring any tools. The BoatLoader EVO is constructed with corrosion-resistant material, ensuring years of rugged use.

FAQs:

- The Yakima BoatLoader is not worth the money. I don't think it will work with any crossbars. Save your money and just use a tie-down strap to tie between the bars. Load the front of the kayak on the strap and then push the boat onto the rack.

- It comes with the wrench, it is a security bolt so keep the wrench safe.

- Fits Yakima RoundBar and CoreBar crossbars only.

- Yes, I have used it with 80 lb kayaks.

Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

will this work with older tule cross bars?

The Yakima BoatLoader is not worth the money. I don't think it will work with any crossbars. Save your money and just use a tie down strap to tie between the bars. Load the front of the kayak on the strap and then push the boat onto the rack.

Can i get the tool for tightening it up to rack?

It comes with the wrench, it is a secutity bolt so keep the wrench safe

Is it compatible with the Yakima jet stream cross bar?

Fits Yakima RoundBar and CoreBar crossbars only.

How much weight can it handle? 80lb kayak?

Yes, I have used it with 80 lb kayaks.James