Thule Aeroblade Roof Rack Recommendation for 2003 Honda Element

Question:

I do not like to extended overhang of 53 inch load bars on the foot packs, to me it does not look good. I dont want to get the Edge edition either I want it too appear with only small overhang like those intalled on bmw x5s. I was thinking of using a 47 inch load bar instead. Will this fit? i attached pics of aeroblade installed on bmw and element, you will see how much long overhang is o the element.

asked by: Dante

Expert Reply:

Based on the picture you sent me that shows a Honda Element with a Thule Aeroblade roof rack with 53 inch bars installed it would appear as if the 47 inch bars would fit well since it appears as if there are at least 3 inches of overhang. However, since Thule recommends the 53 and we haven't had the chance to test otherwise it's not something I could guarantee.

The best solution I could make would be the Aeroblade Edge rack part numbers # TH7603-TH7603 and # THKIT3109. This rack would be the most aerodynamic, quietest, and look the most OEM of all the rack solutions we offer.

Otherwise you could try the # TH711200, # TH460R and # THKIT3109 but I couldn't guarantee if the bars would be long enough.

expert reply by: Jameson C