Would you recommend getting Aero crossbars for Forester 2010 intended for a 1000 miles trip with a roof load of around 200 pounds?
1039758
Sure would. Just remember to secure load to crossbars rather than side rails to minimize side-to-side movement of load.
1039759
I use my crossbars on my 2011 Forester to carry 2 kayaks. They work fine, but have a fair amount of flex in them.
1039760
On our 2012 forester we put a basket on our bars and loaded it up and it worked just fine. It did drop our mpg to around 17. Other than that it's a great addition.
1039761
This crossbar set is made for Subaru. It looks good and fits nicely. I would recommend you check the manufacturer's specs for the roof load as well a contact Subaru for the exact load limits. I personally have not used it for heavy loads.
1039762
They are made for the car. So they fit the best and look the best too. I think all the bars are rated for 150lb. So use your best judgement. I use them for 2 kayaks that weight 80 each and are 15 feet long. Never had any troubles.
1039763
We've only carried things like ladders 15-20 miles but I assume the crossbars would easily support a 200 pound load for a longer trip. As the previous poster mentioned, your mpg would definitely suffer.
782776
I don't know for sure, but your cars roof bars probably has a limit less than these are rated for. I carry kayaks and snowboards on mine. Works great for that, hope that helps.
809235
Yes. They are not as robust as earlier models, but neither are the roof racks, so watch that you don't overload.
1968603
Depending on how well the mounts fit your crossbars, it could take a lot of adjusting/finagling to take them on and off. I plan to leave mine on all summer/fall and just take them off in winter. They fold so flat, though, that clearance is not likely to be a problem. If your car is that tight in your garage, I would be impressed.
285581
It fits my 2012 Forester quite nicely. The feet are very adjustable, both from a width standpoint (east-west) to deal with the placement of the roof rails; and also the clamping mechanism has enough allowance for rails of varying width. The tightening mechanism is built into the end cap of the cross-bar.It's a pretty slick system. My only minor gripe is the wind-noise - it's a low-grade hum at highway speed.
352507
2012 Impreza hatchback owner here. I have the Subaru crossbars, and you need to buy the clamps for each carrier. You can definitely put two sets of carriers on the roof racks of that car. Each carrier only takes up between about a third to half of the roof. The only thing to check would be weight limit, but that should be fine too. This is the crossbars/carrier/clamps with a 17ft kayak: http://i.imgur.com/cvKkdBS.jpg
1651971
See what the max load weight is for the rest of your rack. As far as the actual lb50 thule crossbars, id trust it. Just usr good judgement.
1248979
i googled the 2008 forester and see that the rails are similar to my liberty. the liberty's rails only come up about that far as well. ought to fit fine. hope it helps
2220002
If you are talking about Thule aeroblade I think you are much better off choosing the Thule fairing. I chose Inno fairing because my VW roof rack wasn't compatible to Thule fairing. If it's fits I would prefer Thule fairing.
2092956
I loved my cross bars, I used it for my kayak. It comes with all the hardware that you need. Hardest part I had was figuring out how to take the strips off my roof. Only had 1 kayak possibly 50lbs and it worked wonderfully with j racks.
786606
I don't think the roof rack would cause any problems. The box may be too big or or create some gaps.
523601
You might want too, but I do not think it is necessary. The goal is to get the pack as close to the car as possible as there are not support under the pack just the roof of your car. The pack ties down to your rack...the crossbars may get in the way of your luggage...depends how much you are planning to pack. :)
2186166
The standard (base) package on the Forrester doesn't include rails. If that's your situation, you have to install a "Crossbar Set - Fixed" (dealer order # E3610SG500) that will take the place of these aero bars.
1136067
I only purchased only roof rack crossbars but had to send several order back of after-market brands because they didn't fit right. I ended up going to the Chrysler dealer to get the right ones. They were more expensive but worth it!
1604638
You can check if your car will work on Yakima's website. I have a Honda Element with factory roof rack - zero issues. The Skybox has adjustable clamps that move to wherever your crossbars are located. I went through the selections on here - and looks like you shouldn't have a problem: http://www.yakima.com/fit/Information
1369929
No, they're not too long at all. I have them on my 2009 Forester and they work great. 3000 mile road trip to Minnesota in the dead of winter and no worries with the roof box.
1378665
I would not believe that they are as the side rails on the forester are not movable and the outbacks are. The answer to this question would also seem to indicate that this is true I am not sure that you need the cross bars.