
- Overview Overview 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...
- Technical Specifications Technical Specifications
SKU: ARR_YAWSHOWD
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
Please Note: Some brands may not be shipped internationally. This item can only be shipped to U.S. addresses. We would love to ship the item, please be sure the address provided upon checkout is within the U.S. Otherwise, we will contact you via email to advise that your order has been canceled due to the shipping restriction.
Technical Specifications
Load Capacity | 1 kayak or 2 surf/SUP boards |
Weight Capacity | 80 lbs. |
Tilt/Drop Range | 26" |
Weight Assistance | 30 - 45% |
Minimum Crossbar Spread | 24" |
Dimensions | 42" L x 9" W x 9" H |
Weight | 21 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