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Do you use your pickup for more than work? This rack might be for you

October 24, 2011

Rack Attack Team

Do you have a pickup truck that needs to carry lumber Monday to Friday, and then a couple of kayaks come the weekend? Thule has one item in particular thatcanmeet your needs-the Thule 422xt Xsporter is extremely versatile in that it easily switchesyour pickupbetween work-truck and recreational vehicle.

When in the raised position,the rack can beused by the owner as a contractor style rack for ladders and building supplies. The Xsporter has a carrying capacity of 450 pounds,giving it the strength and carrying capacity to accommodate multiple ladders, lumber, drywall, or whatever. The raised position is also a great way to transport kayaks and canoes, not to mention surfboards and SUP /boards.

Within a few minutes the rack canthen be lowered to allow for easier carrying of smaller loads such as bicycles. By lowering the rack when carryingshorter items theloading becomes much easier. Your gear is also better protected from air debris by the front cab when lowered.It is alsoworth noting thattheXsporter isnot limited to these two heights but hasa total of 5 usable positions to best serve your needs.

This customer is ready for work and play! His Xsporter is fitted with two pairs of Thule Set-to-Go kayak carriers to carry a kayak (purchased separately), andthe includedsetof Thule Professional Load Stops (as seen on the right side of the picture)to carry a ladder. Much of the Xsporter's versatility comes from the ability to mountmost standard Thule accessories with their handy XAdapt kits. The Xsporters's 6000 grade aluminum design provides strength and resists rust for a lifetime of reliable operation and great looks. Standing by their quality, Thule offers a limited lifetime warranty against all manufacturer's defects.

This is aversatile addition to thebed of any truck, whether you need a rack for work or play or both! If you would like to know more about this or any of our other truck racks, then give us a call at 888-77-RACKS or come into the Toronto store, and speak to one of our experts in person.