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Wind noise can take the fun out of a long drive. The Vortex Aero crossbars use rubberized strips with wave-shaped grooves to break up airflow and keep things quiet. Their slim, elliptical shape helps cut through the air with less drag, even at highway speeds. You get a calm cabin and less resistance when hauling gear for kayaking trips, camping weekends, or long road adventures.
These crossbars are cut to match the roof width, so they don’t stick out past the legs. The flush design gives a clean, from-the-factory look while helping reduce wind resistance. It keeps the rack tight to the roofline for a neat fit that looks like it belongs there.
Built from structural-grade anodized aluminum, each crossbar has an internal H-shaped extrusion for strength without extra weight. The aluminum won’t rust, so it’s tough enough for year-round use. The UV-treated, glass-reinforced nylon legs are made to handle cargo loads and harsh weather without giving up durability. With a 165-lb rack weight capacity (always observe your vehicle’s maximum roof load capacity), it’s solid under kayaks, tents, or other heavy gear.
The rack shows up almost completely assembled—no guesswork needed. The bars are already mounted into the legs and pre-cut to length, so you don’t have to center or trim anything. Just attach the fit kit with its pads and metal clamps, tighten down with the included Allen key until the handle straightens, and you’re done. Padded clamps and rubber feet protect your paint while keeping everything snug and secure.
Whether you’re loading up bikes, skis, or paddleboards, this rack is ready for it all. The built-in C-channel accepts channel-mounted carriers, while clamp-on accessories also fit easily. The split Vortex strips make setup simple—just remove or trim where needed around mounts and reinsert them to keep the bar sealed against wind and dirt. It’s a practical system that adapts to whatever adventure you’ve got planned next.
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Ratings & Reviews
Heather A.
6/3/2026
Wow the kayak looks great up there! Where do you like to kayak?
Brooke M.
5/2/2025
The look of the box fits right in the the Rover! Thanks for sharing your process of mounting and taking down the box -- there's some really handy information in there :) Glad it's all working well for you!
Toby
7/27/2025
It still works great, We have taken quite a few trips with our kayaks and it allows us to bring our e-bikes and other camping essentials in the bed of the truck
Gwendolyn Y.
3/20/2025
The rack looks great on your Cadillac! I'll make sure that Amber also gets your kudos and a high-five :) Now I gotta know where you take your boards to to go surfing!
Gwendolyn Y.
2/5/2025
Lookin pretty slick! I have always been curious about paddle boarding, do you have any tips for beginners?
Nick S.
1/12/2026
That is great to hear! I am glad you went with the wind shield as well, the noise can be bad without it! It does look great on the vehicle. What are you planning on using the roof rack for?
Brooke M.
6/11/2025
With some of the sleeker styles you sacrifice some of the utility and so I think this rack is a great balance. Not just for looks but at the same time looks great on your truck! Looks like you are going to get some great use out of it too :)
Brooke M.
6/23/2025
What will you use it for? It looks great! :)
Everette
2/17/2025
After a year it is still working perfect. I put eyelets on the ends so I can easily strap down ladders and whatnot. It has no signs of fading which is surprising since I am in Phoenix Arizona and it is always parked outside. Even the stickers are intact. I have put close to 25k miles on my vehicle since installing.
Jon G.
2/17/2025
Chris B.
2/28/2022
I have no complaints. The rack has added a level of versatility to my Pilot. Great quality materials.
Bartw
7/19/2023
No change. Just wish it were a bit widerlarger with a better front air shield to minimize wind noise and be more aero
Lyle
9/25/2023
Well it worked great all the way from New York no not the city to Virginia Beach for vacation and back. I have not used it since that week a year ago. But what I can tell you is that I feel it is a great system. The system I ordered and received looks better than one that is stock and the other style with the bars hanging out past the door Jambs. It looks to me like a newer sleeker stock rack. I really am impressed with its look and assembly with the correct system parts was easy to install and remove. I could not be happier. Thank You E-Trailer!
Pete
6/14/2023
Excellent! Using it again soon :
Mike L.
9/7/2023
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Heather A.
4/10/2026
That’s a great setup on your Edge, sounds like you really dialed it in. I like that you called out the fit with the Thule Force 3, that’s always the big question with roof boxes. Getting good clearance on the liftgate and not crowding the windshield is a big win. And still being able to use the sunroof is a nice bonus. I hear you on the instructions too, that’s definitely frustrating when the QR code doesn’t take you where it should. Glad our team was able to get you the right info and get you up and running without too much trouble. I will look into that. That slight whistle can happen with aero bars depending on airflow. Do you have the rubber stripping of the bars pressed all the way in? Where are you planning to take the setup?