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Review & Description
The best all-in-one load-assist kayak carrier gets even better with more vehicle fits, greater roller extension and better access to quick releases.
The Thule 887XT Slipstream XT Kayak Roof Rack Mount Carrier is a premium load-assist carrier whose special design allows for easier loading and unloading of boats from the back and improved protection of vehicle exteriors as you do so. This improved loading ability comes both by way of a sliding roller attached to the frame that extends beyond the back of the vehicle, pivoting saddles that conform to the shape of your boat and an extra 1-inch frame extension forward of the front load bar that improves the front saddle adjustability for a better fit. Additional features include: compatibility with Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks; 4 touchpoints of padded support; and double-coated, corrosion resistant steel construction.
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Easier One-person Boat Loading From the Rear
Offering more vehicle fits, greater roller extension, and better access quick releases, the Thule 887XT Slipstream XT Kayak Roof Rack Mount Carrier makes it easy for just one person to load, unload, and secure a kayak weighing up to 75 lbs and up to 36-inches wide, to almost any vehicle. The premium 887XT Slipstream load assist roof rack mount works with most round bars and factory racks and offers greater roller extension for SUVs with big spoilers or vehicles with forward-mounted racks. The 887XT Slipstream shoulders up to 50 percent of the kayak's weight during loading and unloading, and prevents any contact with the vehicle, keeping both boat and car protected.
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With increased frame tubing wall thickness, the 887XT Slipstream better resists bow impacts and heavy kayak loads for a stronger carrier overall. This sturdy carrier is constructed with double-coated, heavy-duty steel that resists corrosion and will stand up to a lifetime of use. The 887XT Slipstream has four touch points of padded support that conform to the hull of the boat for added protection as well as a sliding roller that extends beyond the back of the vehicle for maximum support. The new pivoting front saddles provide greater compatibility for secure transport of all kayaks types, and fishing kayaks in particular. The 887XT Slipstream contains two slide quick-releases instead of four which can be positioned on either side of unit to provide ultimate ease of use. In addition, an extra one-inch frame extension forward of the front load bar improves the front saddle adjustability for a better fit. Finally, the 887XT Slipstream XT comes complete with all the straps necessary to transport one kayak, including two load straps with padded buckles and two ratcheting bow/stern ropes.
Key Features
- Sliding roller mounted on the rear of the carrier frame extends out beyond the back of the vehicle and supports up to 75 lbs, 36-inch width and 50 percent of the kayak's weight for easier loading and unloading
- Pivoting saddles automatically conform to nearly every kayak shape and size for secure transportation
- Double-coated, corrosion resistant steel designed for long-term use
- 4 touchpoints of padded support conform to the hull for added protection
- Carries 1 kayak and requires only 1 person to load and unload
- Up to 2 carriers per vehicle
- Includes all straps to transport 1 kayak
- Fits Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks
Specifications
- Carry Type - Horizontal
- Load Capacity Water Craft - 1 kayaks
- Factory Rack Mounting - Yes
- Fits Aero Profile - Yes
- Fits square bar - Yes
- Lockable - No
- One Key System Compatible - No
What's in the Box
Thule 887XT Slipstream XT Kayak Roof Rack Mount Carrier, all necessary hardware, straps and tools, instructional guide and warranty information.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Thule will warranty all Thule brand car rack systems and its accessories manufactured by Thule during the time that an original retail purchaser owns the product. This warranty terminates if a purchaser transfers the product to any other person. No warranty is given for defects caused by normal wear and tear, cosmetic rust, scratches, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, or modification of, or any types of repair of a load carrier system other than those authorized by Thule.
About Thule
Thule was founded in 1942 by the Thulin family, when Eric Thulin, a true lover of the outdoors, put the Thule name on a pike trap he designed and began to sell in Scandinavia. It wasn't long before he added other practical items to the company's portfolio. By the 1960s, the company began to concentrate on car-related products, including its first roof rack. The Thulin family sold Thule to the publicly listed company Eldon in 1979, and it has continued to grow both organically and through acquisitions ever since. The Thule Group is a world leader in providing transport solutions for an active life.
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