Roof Rack Recommendation for 2016 Ford Edge with Naked Roof

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I’m looking into getting a roof rack for my 2016 Ford Edge to carry skis and snowboards. My car does not have a sunroof and I believe it has a naked roof but there is a little ledge on the side. I am in over my head when it comes to roof racks so I’m hoping you can tell me what it’ll take to haul my winter sports gear. Thank you!

asked by: Amber S

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Thanks for the picture of your 2016 Ford Edge. Looks like you have a totally naked roof on your 2016 Ford Edge so the roof rack I recommend is the Rhino Rack part numbers # RRVA137B-2, # RRRLKVA, and # DK432. I recommend this rack because it has aerodynamic bars which will minimize wind noise, it installs easily, and you get the quality of the super expensive racks at a better price.

For a ski/snowboard carrier we then have the Thule SnowPack part # TH7324 for 4 skis/2 boards or the part # TH7325 for 6 skis or 4 boards. I really like this rack because of how easy it is to use/install and how well it secures the boards/skis.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Since you mentioned the RS 2500, I believe you were looking at a rack like the Rhino-Rack RS 2500 Roof Rack for Fixed Mounting Points RRRS367B. Unfortunately, Rhino-Rack does not make a RS 2500 roof rack model that works with your naked panoramic…

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Answer 2

The Rhino-Rack ROC25 Roof Rack, #RR22RR, comes with a type of rubber pad on the clamps and rubber feet that rest on the roof of the vehicle. The #RR22RR specifically designed to fit the 2014 Chevrolet Spark. Due to this being a custom fit, if…

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Answer 3

For your 2019 Ford Edge Titanium that has the glass roof and a no side rails the Rhino Rack ROC25 part #RR26XR is the best option that is a confirmed fit. It even has the flush bars like you are wanting that do not stick out past the feet at all.

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Answer 4

There should not be the gap you are showing. The #DK432 pad should sit right up against that lip in your roof. Some of the whistling is no doubt coming from that fit with a wind tunnel at that location. There will always be some additional wind noise…

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Answer 5

For a great flush crossbar system that will work on your naked glass roof of your 2022 Ford Edge, I recommend the Rhino-Rack ROC25 Roof Rack for Naked Roofs - Vortex Aero Crossbars #RR26XR. The great thing about the ROC25 is that it comes with all…

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Answer 6

Aside from a slight change in the appearance of the crossbar (the WingBar Evo has some boxed edges as opposed to the completely smooth front of the AeroBlade) the biggest differences are the rubber strip on top of the crossbar and the weight…

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Answer 7

Yes, I have listed for your below the roof rack systems from Rhino-Rack, Thule, and Yakima that will fit the RetraxPRO XR Hard Tonneau Covers like part #RTT-80243 for your 2019 Ram 1500. Rhino-Rack Vortex Crossbar System part #RRVA180B-RRRLT600…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

The Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty Roof Rack Roof Rack have specific C-channels that are designed to fit specific Rhino-Rack Heavy-Duty accessories, like the Rhino-Rack Hi-Lift Jack and Shovel-Holder Brackets #RRRCB-RSHB-RJHB as an example. That's the…

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Answer 10

Hey Alec, For your 2016 Ford Fusion I recommend the recommend a roof rack from Inno: Inno Aero Crossbars #INXB138-145 Inno Through Feet for Aero Crossbars #INXS250 Custom Fit Kit for Inno XS200, XS250, and INSU-K5 Roof Rack Feet #INK860 As with any…

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Answer 11

Hey Adam, the etrailer hitch part #e36RR that you referenced does fit your 2017 Ford Escape Sport, does not require modifying the rear bumper, and does allow the hands free liftgate to still function but you would need to kick your foot to either…

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