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Low-profile, aerodynamic crossbars attach to your vehicle's OEM fixed mounting points or flush, factory side rails to create a super-strong and ultra-quiet roof rack. Black aluminum bars perfectly complement your roofline.
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Thule's AeroBlade Edge crossbars attach directly to your vehicle's fixed mounting points or flush, factory side rails to create a roof rack that is quieter, stronger, and more aerodynamic than almost anything 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 the system. Not only is a fairing unnecessary with the AeroBlade Edge, but adding one would actually make it louder and less aerodynamic.
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 T-slots. (You can also cut the stripping so that it can be placed in the slots around any carriers or accessories that are mounted.) The rubber stripping serves to keep dirt and grime out of each 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 Edge, is the raised, angled vectors (or ribbing). This textured surface disrupts and redirects the air flowing over the bar, tripping it to create turbulence and clean air release. The result is less wind noise and drag, little to no annoying whistle, and a more aerodynamic rack. In fact, the AeroBlade Edge crossbars have been shown to produce 90 percent less sound energy than the elliptical Thule Aero bars, making them the quietest style of load bars in the industry.
Thule took a note from the manufacturers of high-performance cars, such as Ferrari and Maserati, and designed the AeroBlade Edge 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.
The Thule AeroBlade Edge 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 BoxBeam design on the interior of each bar, as seen in the cross section of the AeroBlade Edge. 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 lbs of force, yet weighs so little that it takes up only a slight portion of your load capacity.
The AeroBlade Edge mounts to your vehicle's roof with a Thule Podium fit kit (sold separately). Once you've installed the fit kit onto the crossbar legs, you must position the bar correctly on your roof. To center the bar, remove the covers from the legs and slide the crossbar in and out of the legs as needed until the bar is centerd on your roof. You will be able to determine if the bar is centered by matching up the numbers displayed on the integrated ruler at the top of each leg. When the numbers match - indicating correct positioning - simply tighten the adjustment screw inside each leg with the included tool and replace the leg covers.
Mounting roof rack accessories is quick and easy with the AeroBlade Edge. Simply remove the crossbar cover, slide in your accessory, and replace the cover. Some accessories may require Xadapt hardware (sold separately), and trimming of the WindDiffuser strip may be required to accommodate accessory mounting hardware. To deter theft of your carriers - and the crossbars - add Thule One-Key System lock cylinders (sold separately) to the covers.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (256 Customer Reviews)
Low-profile, aerodynamic crossbars attach to your vehicle's OEM fixed mounting points or flush, factory side rails to create a super-strong and ultra-quiet roof rack. Black aluminum bars perfectly complement your roofline.
After a year with this roof rack, I am pleased that there is no noticeable noise difference to want to go through the process of removing between uses. These were primarily used for two, 1,200-mile trips to Florida this past year so my concerns about road noise are no longer an issue. I think a better reason to remove between infrequent uses is to be able to safely run your car through car washes. I’ve been hand washing my Highlander while these rack are installed.
I was looking for a low profile roof rack for my new Kia Telluride. These fit the bill perfectly. Look great, and are just high enough for the sunroof to still open. Easy install! Once out the door from eTrailer shipping was fast.
Hi, I was wondering if there is an accessory to correct a 3/4-inch drop from the front to the back bar? See photos. Thanks.
Rachael H - 09/13/2019Looks exactly how I was hoping and easy to install. Best price online or in stores for everything and fast shipping, really happy overall.
Your website selected all the correct parts perfectly. The adapter kit and correct sized rails arrived and mounted in just a few minutes, no fuss, and worked exactly as I had hoped. The rails using the factory attach points were clearly designed with these OEM fittings in mind. The racks are easily removed with the included tools. The black anodized bars match the car and proved a solid mounting point for our luggage carrier. 2016 E250 Bluetec 4-Matic with Pano roof.
First of all I have purchased many items from eTrailer and they are my favorite vendor for Auto accessories. Always first class customer service, very prompt and follow up, shipping....I absolutely Love this roof rack system. I purchased a Rhino from eTrailer and quickly found out it was the wrong item for my car. This one was $200- more, but well worth it, my son and I installed and assembled in less than 30 min. I do recommend at least two of the locks as it would be a sham if stollen with off vehicle with two plastic flat head bolts included.
I ordered a roof rack for my car that was delivered -- on time as expected. Unfortunately, the shipment was missing a part needed to complete installation, but it turns out this is where etrailer really shines. When I wrote to them letting them know what happened, they were quickly responsive, communicated effectively, and delivered the replacement part to me sooner than they told me they could. This company under-promises and over-delivers -- just the kind of team you want to do business with. Thanks, etrailer team!
The roof cross bars were delivered quickly and fit my van like a glove. I'm only moderately handy, but I had no problem with the install. This is my second purchase from eTrailer, and the customer service is the best!
Purchased the 3 products suggested for transporting skis and boards. Arrived quickly and fairly easy to install.
Susan - 03/25/2019VERY fast service. Even had a phone call to follow up/answer questions. Incredibly knowledgeable, great pricing. Only shopping here from now on.
Its been great, but I quickly had the end caps come off and they are very expensive to replace.
This product is quality. Crossbeams are strong. Easy install on 2015 Toyota Highlander in less than 30 minutes.
Easy install and good fit. Thank you
Great product, easy to install
Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
The 7602 and 7603 Aeroblade along with fit kit 3132 was a perfect fit for my 2020 Acura MDX. It looks nice and installation was fairly straightforward though the Thule instructions could have been a little more clear. The only negative is the plastic end caps are held on with a plastic quarter-turn bolt which was not easy to get to engage at first. I don't think these plastic bolts pieces will hold up long term.
Thomas M - 01/26/2022Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
Great Value. Sturdy box, added the extension for a better look and more capacity. Paired with Thule Aero Edge crossbars for a lower profile look. Really happy with the outcome.
Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
The Thule product is excellent. Unfortunately the person who assisted me over the phone said it would work with my 2019 VW Atlas with a sunroof and your website said as well. I cannot open the sunroof with the Thule Areoblade Edge. I called and sent an email, but etrailer said it was past the return ( it was winter when I bought them so we were not opening the sun roof)and referred to their fine print or some list of excuses why they would not help me get the right product. You most likely will not put this review up on your site I imagine. If you are shopping for roof racks I would consult some other sources on fit for your vehicle. Thanks
Jenny N - 11/01/2021Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
I don’t usually write reviews, but I felt particularly compelled to write one on this purchase. etrailer shipped my items quickly and had fair prices for the rack I wanted for my car. The packages arrived in two boxes. The items were floating freely- literally screws, wrenches, bars, instruction manuals etc were just thrown into the 2 boxes. It was a mess. I needed to check under the folded cardboard in the base of the box to find some of the pieces, which had settled under there. Not surprisingly, I was missing 3 screws and 1 plastic lock in the order. I needed to drive to [hardware store] mid assembly to get a screw match. Fortunately, I had ordered replacement metal locks anyway, so that wasn’t a big deal. In the end, I got the rack assembled, but it was a mess and I gotta say, that was the packaging you would expect from an amateur [resell site] order.
Sierra K - 11/30/2021Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
etrailer provided great shipment/notification support. Little more than trivial to install Thule AeroBlade onto 2021 Mazda CX-9, but etrailer was great resource for how-to videos that were key to successful install. Quality materials and convenient design. No significant noise noticeable from wind resistance when driving.
Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
The roof rack is great. It is what I expected from Thule. The customer service from etrailer is unmatched. I wish I could buy literally everything from them vs. other online retailers.
Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
Had to have them installed professionally for my type of car. Just what i needed. Ford transit connect. Long wheel base.
Review from a similar AeroBlade Edge Crossbar in Roof Rack
One Aeroblade came in a THULE package and was obviously brand néw. The other (rear) came loose in a large box, it was obvious that it had been used before. Thule makes a good product. The fact that I spent full price on a used component does not sit well with me.
Sierra K - 11/22/2021
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