Rhino Rack RUSL Side Loader - Kayak and Canoe Load Assist Accessory

The Rhino-Rack RUSL Side Loader is designed to assist you in loading your canoe or kayak onto the roof of your vehicle. The Rhino-Rack Universal Side Loader is designed to make it easy for one person to load their boat onto the roof of their vehicle. The RUSL allows you to lift one end of your boat onto the the Side Loader then grab the other end of your canoe or kayak and place it on the crossbar system. Once your kayak or canoe has been positioned onto the crossbar system you can then detach the RUSL and tie your gear down.

The Rhino-Rack Universal Side Loader is designed to fit around the majority of Rhino, Thule, Yakima, and Inno crossbars along with being compatible with some factory racks. If the weight of the gear you are loading onto the roof of your vehicle ways 44 pounds or less you can just use the load assist extension; If you need to load something heavier onto the roof you can use the support arm as well which gives you the ability to use the load assist for cargo up to 132 pounds.

Features

• Single person use
  
• Clamps designed to mount onto the majority of popular roof rack systems
  
• Includes quick release strap if you want to attach your canoe or kayak onto the bar before pivoting the boat on to the roof
  
• Heavy Duty Storage bag is included to make sure you do not misplace any of the pieces when not in use
  
• Includes support pole for loads greater than 44 pounds, giving you the ability to use the load assist for gear up to 132 pounds
  
• Integrated load stop prevents load from sliding off the bar when you are pivoting it onto your crossbar system
  
• Padding on the underside of the clamps to protect your vehicle’s crossbar system
  
• Product instructions: PDF download (external link)

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