Climbing up and down a slippery van roof with a 28-foot extension ladder is exhausting, dangerous, and eats up your day. The Weather Guard EZGLIDE2 changes all that: a smooth, gas-strut-assisted drop-down ladder rack that lowers your ladder to waist height with one hand, then gently lifts it back to the roof when you’re done. No more wrestling, no more back strain, and no more dropped ladders.
Built for painters, electricians, HVAC techs, telecom installers, and anyone who carries extension or step ladders on a Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster, Mercedes Sprinter, or Nissan NV mid/high-roof van. It’s the safest, lightest, and easiest-to-use drop-down system on the market — and the last ladder rack you’ll ever need.
Key Features
- One-handed drop-down operation – ladder lowers smoothly to ergonomic height in seconds, reducing strain and risk of injury
- Lightweight aluminum construction with ARMOR TUF powder coat – saves 50+ lbs over steel racks while staying rust-free for life
- Holds up to two extension ladders or multiple step ladders securely – padded clamps and tie-down points keep everything quiet and damage-free
- Roof-mounted, low-profile design – only adds about 7" to vehicle height and maintains garage access and fuel economy
The EZGLIDE2 uses aircraft-grade aluminum tubing and stainless-steel hardware throughout, so it weighs significantly less than traditional steel racks yet easily supports the heaviest fiberglass extension ladders. Dual hydraulic-assisted arms (not cheap springs) deliver smooth, controlled motion every time — even in freezing weather — and lock positively in both the stowed and lowered positions.
The ladder contacts are rubber-padded and adjustable, so your expensive Werner or Louisville ladders stay scratch-free and rattle-free at highway speeds. An integrated rope-assist handle lets one person operate the system safely from the ground, while built-in tie-down cleats make securing odd-size loads simple, and the entire rack sits only 7–8" above the roof for better aerodynamics and garage clearance.
Finished in bright white ARMOR TUF powder coat, it looks sharp, resists road salt and UV damage, and matches Weather Guard shelving perfectly for a clean, professional fleet appearance.
Terms to Know
- Drop-Down Ladder Rack – roof-mounted system that lowers the ladder to ground level for safe, easy loading
- ARMOR TUF Powder Coat – Weather Guard’s ultra-durable, chip-resistant white finish that stands up to years of weather and road salt
- Hydraulic-Assisted Arms – gas-strut mechanisms that control the descent and lift, making operation smooth and safe
- Roof-Mounted / No-Drill – bolts to factory roof locations on most vans; no holes drilled into the roof sheet metal
Stop risking your back and your ladder every morning. The EZGLIDE2 turns one of the hardest parts of your day into the easiest — and does it with a lifetime of reliability built in. Thousands of pros have already made the switch and say they’ll never go back to a fixed rack again.
