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LockRack Series-X Universal Adjustable Watersport Carrier - Side Loading - Universal Mount
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LockRack Series-X Universal Adjustable Watersport Carrier - Side Loading - Universal Mount

Part Number: LR24VR
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Adjustable width watersport carrier holds 1 kayak, 1 canoe, or up to 2 SUPs with rubber-coated, ratcheting arms - no need for load straps. Integrated locks secure your boat or boards to the rack. Includes clamp-on and top channel mounting hardware. Great Prices for the best watersport carriers from Lockrack. LockRack Series-X Universal Adjustable Watersport Carrier - Side Loading - Universal Mount part number LR24VR can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Lockrack Watersport Carriers - LR24VR

  • Canoe
  • Kayak
  • Paddle Board
  • Roof Mount Carrier
  • Aero Bars
  • Factory Bars
  • Round Bars
  • Square Bars
  • Saddle-Style
  • Lockrack
  • Clamp-On
  • No Load Assist
  • Side Loading
  • Folding

Adjustable width watersport carrier holds 1 kayak, 1 canoe, or up to 2 SUPs with rubber-coated, ratcheting arms - no need for load straps. Integrated locks secure your boat or boards to the rack. Includes clamp-on and top channel mounting hardware.


Features:

  • Adjustable watersport carrier lets you transport 1 kayak, 1 canoe, or up to 2 SUPs on your roof rack
    • Unique design removes the need for load straps - bow/stern tie-downs still recommended
    • Expandable base has multiple width settings to allow for wider watercraft
  • Removable arms allow boat or boards to be loaded from the side of your vehicle
    • Rubber-coated arms protect from damage while securing your watercraft at 4 touch points
  • Rotating arms 90-degrees provides overhead clearance when not in use
    • Collapsible carrier reduces height to 2-1/2" above your crossbars
  • Rubberized strip on top of the carrier's base provides cushioning and slip resistance for your watercraft
  • Easy installation with included hardware and tools
    • Brackets and hardware included for clamp-on installation
    • T-bolt hardware included for crossbars with top channels
  • Integrated locking system secures your watercraft in the carrier - includes 4 keys
  • Lightweight aluminum construction is corrosion resistant


Specs:

  • Application: round, square, aero, elliptical, and most factory crossbars
  • Carrying capacity: 1 kayak, 1 canoe, or up to 2 SUPs
  • Weight Capacity: 175 lbs
  • Interior dimensions:
    • Minimum: 3" long x 22-1/2" wide x 8" tall
    • Maximum: 4-1/4" long x 42-1/4" wide x 12-3/4" tall
  • Exterior dimensions:
    • Minimum: 3" long x 27-1/2" wide x 16" tall
    • Maximum: 4-1/4" long x 47-1/4" wide x 16" tall
  • Collapsed dimensions: 28-1/2" long x 28" wide x 2-1/2" tall
  • Weight: 17 lbs
  • 1-Year limited warranty


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Carry a Kayak, a Canoe, or 2 SUPs

Series-X Universal Watersport Carrier
LockRack's Series-X watersport carrier has an expandable base that works with ratcheting arms, allowing you to carry 1 kayak, 1 canoe, or 2 stacked SUPs. You don't have to own several carriers, changing them out each time you want to take a different watercraft to the lake.

Series-X Universal Watersport CarrierExpandable Base

The carrier can expand or contract depending on the size of your watercraft. There are 4 holes in the middle expansion piece for the t-bolts once you've adjusted the carrier to your desired width. If your watercraft is wide, you can expand the base, threading the t-bolts through the carrier's base, then through the 2 holes furthest from the center of the bar. If you have a slimmer watercraft, close the gap between the 2 base pieces of the carrier, then thread the t-bolts through the 2 holes closest to the center of the bar.

Ratchet Arms

When your LockRack is not in use, you don't need to uninstall the carrier from your roof. Just remove the arms, rotate them 90-degrees, and then reinsert them so that they lay parallel with the roof of your vehicle. This will reduce wind noise and give you more clearance when parking in your garage.

No Load Straps Needed
Series-X Universal Watersport Carrier

This carrier's two sets of curved, ratcheting arms firmly hold your boards and boats in place on your way to and from the water. Its design removes the need for load straps, however, bow/stern tie-downs are still recommended as they prevent your watercraft from shifting forward or backward during travel, especially during sudden starts or stops.

Ratchet ArmsAdditional Straps

To load your kayak, canoe, or SUPS on to the Series-X you'll first need to remove the arms from one side of each carrier. To remove each arm, put the key in, rotate it, and pull the arm out, giving you access to the carrier's base. Once your watercraft is loaded, push the arms in until they click into place, securing it to your vehicle. To further secure your watercraft, you can attach bow and stern straps from your kayak, canoe, or SUPs to the front and rear of your vehicle (sold separately).

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If your vehicle doesn't have any tie-down points, you can get an anchor kit (sold separately), which will let you create anchor points for bow and stern straps in the creases of your vehicle's hood and hatch.

Universal Installation
Adapters

This LockRack carrier can be installed in the top channels of your crossbar or with the provided adapters. The adapters clamp around most crossbars.

adapters

To install the carrier with the adapters, set the carrier on top of your crossbars with the top portion of the adapter clamp already attached to the carrier base. Then hold the bottom portion of the clamp under your crossbar and tighten the clamps down with the included hardware and tool.

Built-In Security
Ratchet Arms

LockRack carriers have security built-in with locks in the base of the carrier, securing the ratcheting arms. Once you've locked your boards or boat in the carrier by pushing the arms tight against your watercraft, the arms will stay locked until you remove them with a key.

Replacement Key Number

This carrier comes with 4 identical keys. Once the arms are locked in place, insert a key into the locking mechanism in the carrier base. Rotate the key to unlock and release the ratcheting arms. If you ever need a replacement key (sold separately) you'll need to know your original key number. This number is not located anywhere on the carrier so be sure to make note of the numbers printed on the inside of the original set of keys.



LR53FR Universal Crossbar Adapter for Lock Rack Watersport Carrier

LR88FR Lock Rack Series-X Universal - Expandable Watersport Carrier - Canoe, Kayak, or 2 SUPs - Side Loading - Channel Mount

Installation Details LR24VR Installation instructions



Customer Satisfaction Score:

Ratings & Reviews

4.8

20 reviews
Adjustable width watersport carrier holds 1 kayak, 1 canoe, or up to 2 SUPs with rubber-coated, ratcheting arms - no need for load straps. Integrated locks secure your boat or boards to the rack. Includes clamp-on and top channel mounting hardware.

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Very happy with the product. It's thoughtfully designed, no issues with install, shipped very quickly, and arrived well packaged. I've always been nervous taking the kayak on highways just strapped onto the cross-bars because of the vibration and noise. The LockRack is solid, the kayak doesn't budge, so it gives peace of mind. Also without having the nuisance of straps I'll get out on the kayak more often and easily.



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Great rack. Works well for transporting two SUP race boards stacked on top of each other. Holds it well laterally.
The installation takes a moment to figure out. Plan some time for that. Rock solid once installed.



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This system is the best! I have my paddleboard or kayak loaded so quickly and appreciate that my gear is secured with the locking system. Would buy again



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The LockRack was quick to install. I took my kayak out today- no straps to worry about or vibrating noise. Looks good and makes for an easy on and off.



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My kayak's gunwales were too wide for the rubber base protectors. The spacer bar is way too short to allow for the needed extension. I contacted customer service, and was given the email address of LockRack US. I emailed them a few days ago and have still not gotten a response. Everything else about the LockRack seems very nice and solid.

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Gwendolyn Y.

1/28/2025

Hey Steve. Lockrack doesn't have an option for a longer rubber base for their racks. I checked with a tech here and he let me know that if it is adjusted as wide as possible, there isn't a way to make it longer. I wish I had better news for you.



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I've been using my lockRacks for the summer and have been very pleased with the ease of use. They were relatively easy to assemble and install on my vehicle. I've had two race boards (SUP) on top, and they were secure. When I travel states, I do use my Straps also for safety.



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EXCELLENT quality & amazing are-trailer customer service (as usual) A+ all around.



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Great product holdsv the kayaks in place and easy to use



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I paddle board every day - I would not do it as much if it were not for the Lock Rack system! Stop wasting time with straps and get Lock Racks.



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This is a great product, easy to use. This is my second set since adding a second kayak, they are durable and hold things down well.

Only negative is the price...I understand quality deserves value, but I feel like this could be a better price.



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Wow I am loving my new set up Thank you Nicole and etrailer for all your help in getting the right look and fit



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I'm very happy with this purchase, They installed very easily and the adjustments were easy to do and secured my kayak with ease.

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Daniel N.

9/3/2024

GREAT PRODUCT! Would but again but they are as good as the day I bought them one year in, Im so happy I found this kayak rack.



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Nice design but since there were no instructions it took me a bit to figure it out



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David B.

9/28/2025

Great! It goes on and off the truck easily and carries two sea kayaks on multlple road trips.



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  • Will the LockRack Series-X Universal Adjustable Watersport Carrier Mount to T-Slots?
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  • Best Way To Carry One (Or Two) Kayaks On A 2024 Subaru Outback
    Hey Marie, sure can! To haul kayaks with your 2024 Subaru Outback you will need to install a roof rack with crossbars. If you already have one, perfect. Just let me know the brand and approximate length of crossbar. If you do not have crossbars already, what I recommend is the Yakima Yakima SkyLine Roof Rack # Y39TB. This comes with 50" aero crossbars. As far as the kayak carrier, I see you were looking at the LockRack Series-X Universal Adjustable Watersport Carrier # LR24VR. This is...
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