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Yakima ShowDown Load Assist Kayak And SUP Mount

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Yakima ShowDown Load Assist Kayak And SUP Mount

The Yakima ShowDown side loader assist handles both SUPs and kayaks, making loading and unloading a breeze. The easy-to-use lightweight mount tilts down more than two feet from your rack so you can load at a waist-high position. Once loaded, the ShowDown securely cradles your craft for the ride.

  • Holds one kayak or two boards
  • Provides a low platform for easier loading & unloading
  • Tilts down over two feet from your roof rack height
  • Simple intuitive design conveniently slides out and tilts down
  • Provides 30-45% weight assistance depending on boat width
  • Adjustable felt-covered saddles flex to match hull shape & can be positioned for width
  • Folds flat when not in use to reduce drag & wind noise
  • Tool-free 5-minute installation
  • Universal mounting hardware attaches to almost any crossbar shape
  • All tiedown straps included
  • Locks to base rack with SKS Lock Cores for added security (sold separately)
  • Manufacturer limited lifetime warranty

SKU: ARR_YAWSHOWD
MPN: 8004081

Technical Specifications

Load Capacity1 kayak or 2 surf/SUP boards
Weight Capacity80 lbs.
Tilt/Drop Range26"
Weight Assistance30 - 45%
Minimum Crossbar Spread24"
Dimensions42" L x 9" W x 9" H
Weight23 lbs.

Boat Width/Saddle Guidelines: Use the standard kayak saddle for boats up to 28 inches wide. For all boards or a more flat-bottom boat from 28 to 36 inches wide use the SUP saddle.

Product Tips:

  • You must have a minimum of 3.5” of crossbar protruding beyond the tower
  • The outboard clamp can be no farther than 4” from the tower. This limitation does not apply to Overhaul HD truck rack.
  • ShowDown should be adjusted on the crossbars so that it clears the vehicle by 4” when deployed.
  • User should fold in side mirror if possible before deploying ShowDown and loading boat.
  • See the Owner's Manual for complete installation details

Yakima ShowDown Load Assist Manual

REVIEWS

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
Based on 2 reviews
2 reviews
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    Suzanne T.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 years ago
    Love it!

    The Yakima Showdown Load Assist is great. It allows us to easily load our kayaks to our Subaru Forester.

  • SK
    Sergiy K.
    Flag of United States
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    7 years ago
    Look and feel is very good. Easy to install

    Tried today. So far no issues - works as advertised. Look and feel is very good.

    Easy to install. I used "Yakima Showdown" with "53” Universal Locking Roof Rack Crossbars by Vault" - both could be added and removed very quickly on Toyota 4Runner 2016.

    Kayak load/unload/strap is much faster and convenient now. I even can't compare how much easier it was to load / unload my Wilderness 17' kayak vs. my old "Yakima HullyRollers" and "Yakima DeckHand Kayak Saddles" set. (There is nothing wrong with these two - is just much easier for one person to use Yakima Showdown.)

    It could be five stars but I don't like bow and stern tiedown lines hooks - they should be some sort of snap spring clip carbine hooks - I really felt uncomfortable and insecure with the open hooks.

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