About WingMan — A Better Way to Haul

Utility That Works — Without Getting in the Way

Most pickup trucks are built to haul — but not all hauling deserves a full rack, permanent installation, or visual noise.

Long items — ladders, lumber, kayaks, boards — are a fact of truck life for many owners. But when those items rub against your cab roof or brush the third brake light, the result is frustration, scratches, and sometimes costly repairs.

Traditional hauling solutions are often:

Overbuilt — heavy racks designed for constant contractor use
Permanent — drill-in installs that don’t come off
Bulky — taller than your truck’s clearance allows
Expensive — disproportionate to the problem being solved

What most truck owners actually need is simple, dependable, and oriented around everyday use. That’s where WingMan comes in. Learn more about use cases for your truck's storage and what options are out there.

The Problem — Hauling Happens Differently

You don’t haul every day, and you don’t always haul the same thing. Sometimes it’s a ladder for a weekend project. Sometimes it’s lumber for a deck repair. Sometimes it’s gear for a weekend adventure.

Those loads are long — but they’re not always heavy enough to warrant an entire ladder rack.

At the same time, they’re long enough to:

Contact your cab roof
Scrape paint
Press into your third brake light
Shift during transport

What’s true for one truck owner is true for many:
There’s a gap between “nothing” and “full system.”

That gap is where WingMan lives.

A New Category — Not Just a Toy

WingMan isn’t a rack. It isn’t a cargo bed system. It isn’t an accessory that requires tools, drilling, or permanent mods.

WingMan is a purpose-built contact point and protection surface.

It answers a practical question:

How do I haul long items safely without overbuilding my truck?

The design is intentional:

Minimal height — stays below garage clearances
Clean profile — doesn’t overwhelm exterior style
Textured contact surface — reduces load movement
Cab-contour fitment — aligns with the shape of your truck

In other words:
WingMan does one job, and it does it well.

The Alternatives — And Why They Miss the Mark

Before WingMan existed, truck owners had a few options — none ideal for everyday hauling:

DIY Stopgaps

Straps, boards, foam blocks — inexpensive but inconsistent. They shift, they compress, and they don’t protect your cab in a controlled way.

Generic Accessories

Low-priced universal parts that don’t follow your truck’s lines. They don’t fit flush and often get in the way of t-top covers or overhead clearance.

Full Racks or Bed Systems

Useful when your truck’s purpose is solely hauling heavy equipment. But for most owners:

They’re installed full-time
They change ride height
They limit clearance
They’re more than you need

WingMan sits between these extremes. It’s simple by design, not convenience.

Design Philosophy — Intentional, Not Excessive

WingMan is developed around these core principles:

Form Follows Function

No unnecessary features. No bells and whistles. Just purposeful design that solves a real problem.

Everyday Use Comes First

You don’t have to think about uninstalling it between projects. It stays low, stays quiet, and stays useful.

Engineered for Real Trucks

Every curve and contact surface is shaped for real cab profiles — not a generic truck silhouette. That’s why we build model-specific variants.

Quality, Not Complexity

Durable materials and reliable adhesive deliver longevity without turning your truck into a project vehicle.

Real Use Cases — Scenarios You Know

WingMan shines in the moments that aren’t glamorous but matter:

Home projects: hauling lumber, trim, planks
Weekend builds: ladders, boards, long components
Outdoor gear: kayaks, paddle boards, camping poles
Errands + life: transporting awkward items in an urban environment

It’s the part you don’t think about until you need it — then you’re glad it’s there.

Materials & Confidence — Built to Withstand the Elements

WingMan is made from UV-resistant, textured polymer chosen for automotive exterior performance. Its surface holds up through:

Weather exposure
Vibration and load movement
Highway speeds
Car washes
Daily life

The adhesive system uses automotive-grade tapes engineered for exterior mounting. When installed as directed, WingMan becomes a stable part of your truck’s utility toolkit.

It isn’t about rigidity — it’s about reliability.

Installation — Simple, Tool-Free, Effective

One of the greatest barriers to truck upgrades is complexity. Drilling holes, mounting hardware, and permanent alterations are time intensive and intimidating.

WingMan eliminates that:

Clean the surface
Position the piece
Press into place with automotive adhesive

Most installs take under 15 minutes and require no special tools. Once bonded, WingMan stays in place for daily use and seasonal hauling alike. Learn more about installation here.

Proof in Real Use — What Owners Say

“I haul ladders and lumber at least once a week. WingMan has saved my cab from scratches and dents — and it’s been up there for months with zero issues.”
— A WingMan owner

“Installed in minutes. Stays out of the way. Works every time.”
— Weekend warrior and DIYer

Choose Your Fit — Built for Your Truck

WingMan comes in model-specific versions so that the profile, contour, and clearance match your truck’s cab geometry — whether it’s a Nissan Frontier, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra, or RAM.

Each variant is shaped for that truck’s roofline and brake light placement, ensuring a tailored fit and confident use.