Thule Roof Rack Recommendation for 2019 Subaru Crosstrek

Question:

Thinking of purchasing Thule Aero Blade Edge for 2019 Crosstrek. In reading the reviews major complain is a quick deterioration of the mounting straps, i.e dry rot of the rubber covering the steel strap and almost no way to find a replacement part. Has it been known issue? Has Thule addressed it since it was noted? Thank you in advance.

asked by: Alex

Helpful Expert Reply:

Thule has actually completely redesigned their roof rack since the Aeroblade Edge style racks like what you mentioned. Now the aero style roof rack they have is the WingBar Evo, which for your 2019 Subaru Crosstrek you'd want the part numbers # TH711420 and # TH710401 and you'd be set. Instead of using a rubber strap these use a claw that tightens to the side rails of your vehicle so you wouldn't have to worry about them falling apart over time.

expert reply by: Jameson C