What Accessories Can I Use With a Vortex 2500 Black 2-Bar Roof Rack  

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In this case, you can purchase accessories from other brands but you will need to make sure that your purchase is compatible with Aero or elliptical style bars. You can filter our products by clicking "Aero Bars" under the "Applications" section in the filter. Your new racks can also accept channel mounted (C-Mount) and clamp-on accessories, while the included vortex strips can be cut to fit your accessories for maximum aerodynamic performance.

Before purchase, be sure to use our fit guide to ensure that you are purchasing a roof rack system that is compatible with your vehicle, and that your planned cargo loads do not exceed the roof capacity listed in your owner's manual.

Generally, Rhino Rack accessories will fit with the least hassle as they are designed around the same product specifications, but you can use other brand's products provided they are compatible with aero-style bars or are clamp-on or c-mount accessories.

A kayak carrier like the Thule The Stacker, part # TH830, would be a potential fit. Not all carriers are compatible, as a part like the Thule Watersport Carriers, part # TH834 should fit, but specifically notes in its description that it is not compatible with the Rhino Rack Aero Bars. Always read the product description to ensure that there isn't a reason that it wouldn't be compatible.

You could also use a bike rack like the Yakima HighRoad Roof Bike Rack, part # Y02114, which is a clamp-on accessory sized to work with Aero style bars. This is a single bike rack, so you would need one bike for each rack.

I've attached links to the product pages already filtered for both bike racks and J-style kayak racks so you can see the full range of what is available to you for the crossbars you're interested in purchasing.

expert reply by: Jacob W

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