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Yakima has finally solved the issue of loading / unloading a kayak or canoe (ladders & lumber too) pain-free and no double hernia! Introducing the Yakima ShowBoat Roof Rack Roller System (8004040). First things first, the Yakima ShowBoat includes universal mounts enabling the roller system to fasten directly to virtually all factory rack cross bars as well as any aftermarket roof rack bars including Yakima round bars, any Thule load bars and Inno crossbars. Secondly, the Yakima Show Boat works seemlessly with virtually all kayak racks and canoe racks, whether transporting a boat flat, semi-vertically in a j-cradle style carrier or completely on its side with a kayak stacker model. Attach the roller system on top of the roof rack crossbars when using in combination with kayak racks and below the crossbars when using lower profile canoe racks such as Gunwale Brackets or Load Stops. So easy to use, the Showboat simply slides out as far as you need it to clear the rear of your vehicle. Place the front of your boat (or even a ladder & lumber etc) onto the roller and roll the canoe or kayak right up and into position on the kayak rack or canoe rack. Finally retract the Yakima Show Boat roller system into its stored position and you are all set!
PLEASE NOTE: A pair of Yakima crossbars are required for use with the Yakima Showboat to serve as the extension bars. The Yakima 66" bars are the recommended length for most configurations.
» click here for Yakima ShowBoat extension bars size chart
- Includes universal mounts enabling the roller system to fasten directly to virtually all factory rack cross bars as well as any aftermarket roof rack bars including Yakima crossbars, any Thule load bars, Inno cross bars etc.
- Works seemlessly with virtually all canoe carriers and kayak carriers, whether transporting a boat flat in kayak saddles or canoe gunwale brackets, semi-vertically in a j-cradle style carrier or completely on its side with a kayak stacker model.
- Yakima 8004040 Showboat canoe-kayak roller system can attach on top of the roof rack crossbars when using in combination with kayak racks and below the crossbars when using lower profile canoe racks such as Gunwale Brackets or Load Stops.
- Premium padded roller for easy sliding and protection.
- Roller slides from side to side to allow loading of multiple boats in multiple carriers.
- All stainless steel and brass hardware for superior corrosion resistance.
- Tamperproof system built right in. No additional locking hardware necessary.
- Besides serving as the perfect kayak roller or canoe roller system the Yakima ShowBoat is also ideal for other long items such as ladders, lumber, pipes etc. Attaches to truck rack and van rack crossbars for commercial purposes.
- Easy-to-follow Yakima 4040 ShowBoat installation instructions manual included.
- Yakima Racks Lifetime Warranty!
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Yakima ShowBoat Roller System Resource Wall
Product Reviews
Read the reviews below to find out what other customers are saying about the Yakima ShowBoat roof rack roller system for loading a canoe, kayak, ladder etc.
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Gets My Kayak On Top!
this Yakima Show Boat Roller review by a.g.l.
vehicle year/make/model: 2003 Honda Pilot
item(s) transported: kayak
The addition of the Yakima Show Boat made loading the kayak on top of the Honda Pilot possible. There was no way I could get the boat on top of the Pilot by myself. I also use the Thule Hydro-Glide kayak rack that I already had mounted to the Thule 450 load bars to complete the installation and effortless loading of my kayak. The Yakima Show Boat is yet another great addition to the Yakima Racks line.
Product Discussion
Discuss the Yakima Racks 04040 ShowBoat rollers canoe-kayak lift assist system. Use the form below to fire away with your questions, answers and general comments about this product. |
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James asks - Would the ShowBoat work well with a double set of BowDown's? I will have one Ocean Kayak Trident 14 on one side and a Wilderness 120 kayak on the other with 38 inches of bar width on my Titan OME truck rack.
ORS Crew answers - Yes, the ShowBoat will make it much easier to slide and guide the Wilderness 120 kayak and Ocean Kayak Trident 120 kayak into place on each of the BowDown j-cradle kayak racks.
Product Videos
ORS Racks Direct Demonstration Video & Review featuring the 8004040 Yakima ShowBoat Roller. Movie includes Yakima ShowBoat Roller review, product demo, features etc. A lift assist device that mounts to virtually all factory racks as well as any aftermarket roof rack crossbars from Yakima, Thule, Inno etc. Simply extend the Yakima ShowBoat roller out over the back end of the vehicle, then place the front of the any kayak or canoe (or ladder, lumber or other long load) and then lift the rear of the boat and simply slide the kayak or canoe into position on the roof rack. Recommended for use with any kayak carriers, canoe racks, general purpose load stops & more to allow one person to effortless load and unload. When finished, just retract the Yakima Show Boat roller back into its stored position. Also requires a pair of Yakima crossbars to serve as the ShowBoat extension bars.
Yakima Racks Official ShowBoat Roller Video
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Customer Installation Pictures
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Saab 95 Kayak Roof Rack with Yakima HullRaiser Aero, Mako Aero Saddles and ShowBoat Roller | | |
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ORDERING NOTES
Includes universal mounts for fastening directly to not only Yakima bars but also all styles of Thule Racks load bars, Inno Roof Rack crossbars and virtually all factory rack cross bars too. Also ideal on truck rack and van rack crossbars for commercial applications. At order checkout we will obtain your vehicle year/make/model info to ensure compatibility and correct length extension bars etc. We also recommend using our handy Yakima Racks Fit-Order Guide below to check compatibility.
PLEASE NOTE: A pair of Yakima crossbars are required for use with the Yakima Showboat to serve as the extension bars. The Yakima 66" bars are the recommended length for most configurations.
» click here for Yakima ShowBoat extension bars size chart
Tamperproof system built right in. No additional locking hardware necessary.
QUICK ORDERING SOLUTION
Alternatively, we suggest using our easy Yakima Racks automated fit guide to quickly determine / order the correct multi-purpose base roof rack system and/or gear carriers and lift-assist accessories if you don't have one already installed:
