Recommended Snowboard and Ski Rack for Factory Raised Siderails of 2017 Subaru Forester
Updated 03/13/2018 | Published 03/11/2018
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Is the Thule Snowcat compatible with a 2017 Subaru Forrester? I have the factory installed side rails. Thanks!
asked by: Brandon
Expert Reply:
The Thule Snowcat has been discontinued, but if you already have one, it will fit any side rails with the following restrictions:
Maximum side rail dimensions: 1-1/2" tall x 1-3/4" wide
Minimum distance between side rails center to center: 38"
Maximum distance between side rails center to center: 48"
If you don't already have a system, I recommend the Thule SnowPack Ski and Snowboard Carrier - 6 Skis or 4 Boards - Black # TH7326B which will also fit aero style bars.
For crossbars I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex StealthBar Roof Rack - Raised, Factory Side Rails - Aluminum - Black # JA7973 for a very clean factory look. This will be the quietest system for your factory installed side rails.
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Thule SnowPack Ski and Snowboard Carrier - Locking - 6 Pairs of Skis or 4 Boards - Black
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- Roof Rack
- Clamp-On
- Adjustable Height
- Ski and Rack Locks
- 4 Snowboards
- 6 Pairs of Skis
- 30-1/2 Inch Long
- Fixed
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
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