Yakima LandShark Saddles

Product Descriptions

Massey's Outfitters Description: Yakima Land Shark Boat Mount - THESE GRIPPY ITEMS HOLD YOUR BOAT FIRMLY IN ITS JAW, BUT THE COST WONT BITE YOU IN THE %$@#! - Contoured saddle fits most popular boats, except cruise liners - The saddles are easy to load and pack quite a grip - One set of 4 saddles makes for one safe and secure boat - Requires Bow/Stern Tie-Down Straps (SOLD SEPARATELY)to complete kayak stability - Compatible with factory crossbars. Just add MightyMounts (SOLD SEPARATELY) Q: When should I use a bow/stern tiedown A: Every time! It is essential to tie a boat's ends to the ends of the vehicle to stabilize a boat again the hurricane force winds created by traveling at highway speed. While any non-elastic tie down that is strong enough can be used, a Bow/Stern Tiedown makes the job easy and takes good care of the car. Q: What type of boat will the Landshark Saddles carry A: Landshark Saddles are intended for any kayak with a rigid hull. They are not recommended for any boat type other than plastic as they could cause damage. For composite boats, we recommend Mako Saddles. Q: Can I use Landshark Saddles on my car A: Load capacity varies by vehicle. Look in the Fit List to see what accessories can be used on your vehicle. If "kayaks" are on the list, then Landshark Saddles are appropriate. Q: How should I position the saddles A: Start by loosening the saddles and moving them so they are near the edge of the boat and the boat is centered. The saddles can pivot front to back and you want to position them so they are contacting the boat hull as much as possible. Then retighten the saddles to the crossbars. See instructions for more information. Q: How should I strap down the boat A: The boat should be strapped down around the crossbars, not through the Landshark Saddles. You must also strap the boat inside the tower rather than going outside of the tower. See instructions for more information.

Backcountry Description: Yakima's LandShark saddles fit all popular recreational boats. Just slide your boat on, and the saddles grip firmly when you tie it down. The LandShark is quickly and easily installed on square or round crossbars, and is made of corrosion resistant stainless steel hardware. Yakima conveniently includes a mesh storage bag with the LandShark, should your rig get landlocked during the week. The LandShark is sold as a set of four, which holds one boat. Straps are not included.

Altrec Description: A set of Yakima Land Shark Saddles gives you simple, effective and secure car top transport for most rigid hull plastic kayaks. The Land Sharks are Yakimas economical car top kayak carrying solution. This set off our saddles cradle the hull of your kayak securely above the crossbars. Contoured shape fits most kayak hull designs. Complete set of four, holds one kayak. Mount directly to either Yakima or Thule crossbars. For factory racks use Yakima Mighty Mounts (sold separately). Padded Heavy Duty Straps for tie down and Bow/Stern Tie Downs are sold separately and are highly recommended. For composite boats, use some combination of Mako Saddles and Hully Rollers.