Abstract: A load support assembly (2) for a pickup truck (6) includes side support 8 mounted to the sides (10) of the cab (14) and elongate load support (16), having a flat top surface (18), pivotally mounted at its ends (26) to the side supports. When not in use the load support is oriented in a generally horizontal position to minimize wind drag. When in use, the load support is pivoted rearwardly so the top surface of the load support is aligned with the angle of the load. Stiff elastomeric support stops (32) are mounted to the bottom (20) of the load support to rest against the top (34) of the cab during use. Lateral movement of the load on the load support may be limited by load stops (42) extending upwardly from the top surface of the load support. The load stops are preferably pivotally mounted to the load support to pivot between a first, stowed position, lying adjacent the top surface of the load support, and a second, use position extending upwardly from the top surface.