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Roof Rack Includes:
Part Numbers: THARB47, TH480R, THKIT1420
Retail:$424.85
Price:$381.85
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Attach these premium, aluminum bars to Thule roof-rack feet to create a sturdy, stylish, roof-mounted rack that is supremely quiet and aerodynamic. Pivoting endcaps let you easily slide on T-slot-mounted accessories.
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Thule's AeroBlade bars are designed to be among the quietest, strongest, most aerodynamic load bars on the road. The low-profile, arced shape of the bars couples with the unique WindDiffuser stripping to produce a bar that is so quiet you'll forget you even have a rack on your car. Many factory and aftermarket roof racks produce an annoying whistle that can only be quelled by adding a fairing to your system. Not only is a fairing unnecessary with the AeroBlade, but adding one would actually make it louder and less aerodynamic.

WindDiffuser Technology
A built-in T-track sits along the top of each bar, near the front. When no accessories are mounted, the included WindDiffuser rubber stripping covers the slot. (You can also cut the stripping so that it can be placed in the slot around any carriers or accessories that are mounted.) The rubber strip serves to keep dirt and grime out of the T-slot and provides a little scratch-resistant cushion for any mounted items.
The unique aspect of the WindDiffuser, which comes standard with the AeroBlade, is the ribbing. This textured surface disturbs the air flowing over the bar, tripping it to create turbulence. The result is less wind noise, little or no annoying whistle, and a more aerodynamic rack. In fact, the AeroBlade has been shown to produce 90 percent less sound energy than the elliptical Thule Aero bars, making them the quietest load bars in the industry.
Aerodynamic Design
Thule took a note from the manufacturers of high-performance cars, such as Ferrari and Maserati, and designed the AeroBlade with a Kammback (or Kamm-tail) style. This crossbar does not have a full-length teardrop-type tail; rather, it is cut off, leaving a square end at the rear of the bar. The aerodynamic effect is essentially the same as it would be if the bar continued into a full teardrop shape. Air continues to move over it in a streamlined fashion, flowing along the bar as it would if the tail were complete. Because there is no tail, though, the bar is smaller and weighs less.
Strong, Durable Construction

The Thule AeroBlade load bars are constructed of extruded aluminum to ensure an extra-sturdy roof-rack system. During the extrusion process, metal is shaped to form a complex design on the interior of each bar, as seen in the cross section of the AeroBlade. Each fold adds to the overall strength and rigidity of the bar. This process creates crossbars that are primarily hollow but still reinforced for added strength. The result is a bar that can withstand more than 800 pounds of force, yet weighs so little that it takes up only a slight portion of your load capacity.
Installation of Thule AeroBlade Crossbars
To install your crossbars, use the included SmartSlide measurement system. This molded material lines the bottom slots of each bar and is scored and numbered to directly correspond with the instructions included in your custom mounting kit. By covering the bottom slots, around the feet, the SmartSlide manages to further reduce noise and eliminate whistlingas well.
SwingBlade Endcaps

Mounting accessories on your roof-rack crossbars has never been easier. With the AeroBlade you can slide accessories into the T-slots without having to wrestle off an endcap. Just pop the SwingBlade up and swing it out for instant access to the top slot.

If your roof is naked, dress it up with the Thule Rapid Traverse. This revolutionary, vehicle-specific system is the ultimate base rack, boasting the strongest hold, the best fit and the easiest installation of any rack on the market, bar none.
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The Thule Rapid Traverse foot pack is the ultimate vehicle-specific base rack, providing the strongest hold, the most accurate fit and the easiest installation of any rack on the market.

The Traverse towers - or feet - hold the bars to the vehicle more securely than other towers by implementing Thule's patented MaxClamp technology. The towers are tightened to the vehicle using the integrated AcuTight tensioning tool. These devices indicate when the feet are safely and properly attached to the vehicle, and they store conveniently inside the towers when not in use.

The towers mount to your vehicle using vehicle-specific clips (sold separately) that snap into place on the towers in seconds with Thule's EasyClick bracket-attachment system.

The Traverse offers a handy OneTouch bar lock lever, allowing you to set the rack position once during the initial installation. The bar lock then holds your load bars in place so that you never have to position them again - even when removing and reinstalling the rack.

These custom-fit mounting brackets work with Thule Traverse foot packs to ensure the safest, most secure fit. Brackets simply snap into place on the feet for quick, easy installation. Pads are included to protect your vehicle's surface.
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Video of Thule AeroBlade Traverse Roof Rack Installation - 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer
installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Alright today on this 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, were going to do a test fit of a Thule roof rack system. Were using a Thule foot pack part number 480R and Thule aeroblades part number THARB53. Now were going to start off with our bars, array of symbols according to manufacturers instructions. So we will go ahead and start off with the front crossbar, well put it on the roof and then well get a measurement to put it in the proper position. Alright to put our crossbar on the right spot, were going to go ahead and measure from the edge of windshield to leading edge of the foot pack. Also refer to your manufacturers instructions; in this case its going to be 9 inches.
Alright weve got it in the right spot, not lets go ahead and take a second to make sure its correct from left to right, then well move onto the second bar. Well go ahead and do the same thing as the first, however well measure off the first crossbar to the center of our second crossbar and that measurement will be 26 and inches. Alright with our roof rack in a proper spot, well go ahead and tighten it down, make sure to fit kit is properly secured to your roof line and well need a supply tool to tighten it down. When were done the tool will store inside the foot pack. When we tighten it down, well make sure we do it evenly on both sides and with that our roof rack is fully installed.
Now Ill give you one more measurement to give you an ides of height thats added to the car. Well measure from the leading edge of the foot pack to the top of the highest rail, looks like its going to be about 5 inches. With that, that will finish it for our test fit of the Thule roof rack system with the Thule aeroblade crossbars on our 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
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4.8 out of 5 stars (13 Customer Reviews)




by: Thule AeroBlade load bars05/15/2012
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Timely delivery & excellent product... 40622




by: Tiffany L.02/10/2012
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This product was exactly as describe with free shipping, and it works great, very quiet. You just have to make sure the accessories you buy with it are compatible. It was also very easy to put together and install after watching an online video about it.31409




by: Steve B06/12/2012
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Looks very good, will be used on my 2012 Juke , mainly for carrying Kayaks.43844




by: Edgar F.11/21/2011
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2003 Honda Accord Thule Rack with Snowboard Attachment.27241




by: mummummer12/11/2012
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Great product. Quick shipping. Thanks, etrailer!61215




by: Larry11/29/2012
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Very, very, very easy to assemble. It took me only 37 minutes (I timed it) to assemble everthing and attach it to the roof of my car. Fits like a glove and look fantastic. etrailer shipped everything very well with no damage. 60246




by: Thule Aero bars08/16/2012
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Super delivery. Super price. As usual, zero complaints.51947




by: Jim C.01/08/2012
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Roof rack and bike fork mount carrier for BMW x3. Etrailer was exceptionally quick and accurate processing the order and keeping me informed of status. Web site was helpful ensuring I had the right parts for this car. Delivery better than expected--UPS also delivered to ensure product was not tampered with and so informed eTrailer who informed me. Very good keeping the customer informed. I've installed Thule and Yakima racks before on other vehicles. The secret is be patient and follow the instructions the best you can. The aero bars are superb. Definitely reduce wind noise. Otherwise, the installation was pretty straightforward. Looks good on the vehicle too. Quite plaseased so far with this purchase. Excellent price, customer service etc. Well done eTrailer. 29312




by: Tom04/23/2013
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Very streamlined Aeroblades. No obvious wind noise.77414




by: Jake A.06/19/2012
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AeroBlade Crossbars and Rapid Aero feet were exactly as advertised and arrived in great condition. Install on my 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with factory roof rails was no problem at all... only took about 15 min. Service and email notifications from etrailer.com were excellent and have me convinced I'll purchase from here again.44786




by: Bob08/09/2012
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Thule makes good racks that is a known fact. This one is no different . What makes the difference is the great customer service,good price and lightning fast delivery from etrailer. The rack and bars install in 30 minutes and perform great.51083




by: Ryan N11/17/2011
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Sleek! I love the rubber inserts, as they provide enough anti-slip to let me secure my belongings without the need of a cradle-like add-on. The bars, empty, are noisier at 50mph than I had expected, though it's easy to get used to. I will make sure all seals are properly covered with the provided materials. 27088




by: Curt B.12/05/2011
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The right parts arrived super promptly. Great service, great parts.27760