What Crossbar System Do You Recommend For a Rooftop Tent on My 2021 Subaru Forester?

Question:

I am contemplating purchasing a rooftop tent for my 2021 Subaru Forester with moonroof and existing factory side raised rails. What crossbars would you suggest?

asked by: Frank S

Expert Reply:

For a crossbar system that will be able to accommodate a roof top tent on your 2021 Subaru Forester, I recommend the following parts:

- Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 50" # Y00425
- TimberLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Raised, Factory Side Rails # Y33TR
- (optional for theft-deterrence) Yakima Same-Key Lock Cores # Y07204

With this Yakima crossbar systems, you will be able to accommodate a rooftop tent up to a maximum static weight capacity of 600 pounds. If the tent that you use is less than 600 pounds, you will abide by that weight capacity instead. Also, I recommend consulting your owner's manual to make sure that the roof on your 2021 Subaru Forester can accommodate that much weight.

If you want a recommendation for a tent that works with these systems, I recommend the Yakima SkyRise HD Tent for Roof Rack Crossbars - 3 Person - 600 lbs # Y07437. The SkyRise HD comes with a removable, waterproof rainfly with integrated skylights that covers the entire tent. Also, the SkyRise HD includes a 2-1/2" thick foam mattress that provides wall-to-wall comfort. Since the tent mounts on top of the crossbars, it will not interfere with your vehicle's moon roof.