Assisted Kayak Carrier that Can Fit Thule Xsporter Ladder Rack

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How can i use the above combination? Will the yakima showboat fit xporter rails or is there an adapter?

asked by: Paul N

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Expert Reply:

The load bars of the Thule Xsporter ladder rack are too thick for Yakima Showboat to attach to and there isn't an adapter for this to fit either so for an assisted kayak carrier you'd need to look into something like the Thule Hullavator part # TH898 which can attach to the top channels of your ladder rack.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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