Recommended Thule Roof Rack for 2018 VW Tiguan

Published 09/20/2018

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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 53" Long - Qty 2

(1274)

$279.95

Thule One-Key System Lock Cylinders - Qty 4

(754)

$74.95

Thule UpRide Roof Bike Rack - Wheel Mount - Clamp On or Channel Mount - Aluminum

(43)

$399.95

Evo Raised Rail Feet for Thule Crossbars - Factory Raised Rails - Qty 4

(224)

$264.95

Thule Load Bar Adapter for Peloton and Echelon Bike Racks

(28)

$39.95

Question:

Thank you! Does it fit carbon bikes ?

asked by: Cam S

Expert Reply:

For your 2018 VW Tiguan and your Thule Echelon Bike Carrier, I recommend the Thule WingBar- 53" Long # TH711420 along with Evo Raised Rail Feet # TH710401 which is confirmed to fit your Tiguan. I also recommend the lock cores # TH450400 to secure your rack. You may also be interested in the adapter kit # THXADAPT9 for top channel mounting.

expert reply by: Jason S

Cam

9/20/2018

Thank you! Does it fit carbon bikes ?

Jason S.

9/20/2018

The discontinued Thule Echelon would not be an issue with carbon fiber frames but is not recommended if you specifically have carbon fiber forks. If you have a carbon fiber frame and a different fork, it will work fine. For a carbon fiber bike, I recommend upgrading to the Thule UpRide Roof Bike Rack # TH599000. This bike rack will secure your bike by the wheels and wont' have any frame contact at all. I've attached a video to assist.