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Rhino Rack Kayak & Canoe Carrier, Folding J-Style Extension
4.4 / 5
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Rhino-Rack Universal Side Loader for One Person Loading
3.6 / 5
The Rhino-Rack Universal Side Loader is incredibly useful for loading your SUP, Longboard, Kayak, Canoe, or other long gear onto your roof rack. Designed for a one-person operation, the Side Loader makes loading up a simple process. Just setup your Universal Side Loader, lift one side of your load onto the Universal Side Loader, and use the loader as a pivot to load the other end onto the crossbars. Perfect for taller vehicles like SUV's, pickup trucks, and vans. The Universal Side Loader couldn't be any easier to use, and only takes seconds to setup. Watch the video to see how simple it is! Compatible with most elliptical and square bars roof rack styles. Quick release strap makes setup easy. Foam padding protects your vehicle and watercraft from scratches. Load stops help prevent items from sliding off the bar. Telescoping pole for height adjustment. Heavy duty storage bag included. Max 132 lb. weight capacity with used with included support pole. Single pole weight capacity is 44 lbs. Retractable pole height 87" extended & 35.5" retracted. Foam pad 23.5" long. Includes 6 clamps to accommodate most crossbars. Enjoy peace of mind with a three-year warranty against manufacturing defects or workmanship.
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- ADVENTURE MORE - The Rhino-Rack Universal Side Loader is incredibly useful for loading your SUP, Longboard, Kayak, Canoe, or other long gear onto your roof rack. Designed for a one-person operation, the Side Loader makes loading up a simple process.EASY TO USE - Just setup your Universal Side Loader, lift one side of your load onto the Universal Side Loader, and use the loader as a pivot to load the other end onto the crossbars. Perfect for taller vehicles like SUV's, pickup trucks, and vans.ONLY ONE PERSON NEEDED - If you've ever had a hard time loading your kayak, canoe, surfboard, or ladder, look no further. The Universal Side Loader couldn't be any easier to use, and only takes seconds to setup.FITS POPULAR ROOF RACKS - Compatible with most elliptical and square bars roof rack styles, including Rhino-Rack (Vortex, HD, Euro), Thule (square bar, Aero, Wingbar), Prorack (Trade, P, Whispbar HD), Whispbar, & more. 6 different clamps included.LOTS OF FEATURES- Quick release strap makes setup easy. Foam padding protects your vehicle and watercraft from scratches. Load stops help prevent items from sliding off the bar. Telescoping pole for height adjustment. Heavy duty storage bag included.INCLUDED & SPECS - Max 132 lb. weight capacity with used with included support pole. Single pole weight capacity is 44 lbs. Retractable pole height 87' extended & 35.5' retracted. Foam pad 23.5' long. Includes 6 clamps to accommodate most crossbars.3 YEAR WARRANTY - Enjoy peace of mind with a three-year warranty against manufacturing defects, workmanship, or failure. Our products are so well built, you'll probably never need to use the warranty, so think of it as a mark of quality & peace of mind.
01Will this fit onto the factory installed crossbars on a Mitsubishi Outlander?+
That's too specific a question for me to answer above and beyond how specific I was in my review that it did work with my factory installed crossbars (oval shape) for my 2006 Subaru Outback. I think I might have called the company to confirm that it was likely to work. The means of attachment is very forgiving and there are two different options for it so good chance it will work. Best of luck to you. I was super pleased with this simple (not-all-that-expensive) way to load my kayak.
02Will it fit a Toyota Highlander's 2015 factory rack? How universal??+
Besides 2015 model year, rack did not fit 2017 Toyota Highland factory rack. Also, side pole too short and flimsy. Returned.
03Does this side loader fits factory installed cross bars on Subaru Forester 2011+
It is not confirmed they will fit these cross bars.The shape is very close to the market leading roof racks but unfortunately not been tested on this vehicle.
04I have 2 pair locked Kayak J-rack on my cross-bars, how would this install?+
Hello, thank you for your interest in Rhino Rack. We are not sure what have exactly. Please take a look at the instructions so they can show you exactly how it's being installed on the crossbar system. Please note that this system requires 100 mm of overhang for it to work. You may be able to work around your rack, but we cannot say for sure. https://assets.rhinorack.com/Instructions/Accessories/RUSL_Rhino-Universal-Side-Loader.pdf
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