roof bars

[hambone1983]

I need to purchase roof bars for my 2008 X5; Any aftermarket options that are feasible in price and not $300+? any good experiences or recommendations?

thanks,

[JCL]

I like flat, or rectangular bars as they are easier to mount attachments to. I use Thule and like them. Yakima get good reviews as well. Both make standard and aero load bars, your preference.

[Hammer]

+1 for Thule bars.

[Denalio]

I use Thule Aero Bars here. No problems, easy to install. 450R foot packs.

[alexmish]

Try one by ROLA : http://www.rolaproducts.com/content/...atid=2030&part=

[wickedwyrm]

I bought the cheapie eBay specials because I like the way they look. Definetly not Thule quality but they work just fine.

[Denalio]

Originally Posted by alexmish

Try one by ROLA : http://www.rolaproducts.com/content/...atid=2030&part=

I have contacted Rola to see if they have a fitment. I have not heard back.

[X548i20"]

Denalio, I just got Rola crossbars delivered and installed them when I got home from work tonight. I was in the garage with my 2 yr old yelling for me from inside the whole time - "Daaaannn!"

I mention my 2 yr old yelling because the install took about 10 minutes. You use one tool only, a star-shaped hex type wrench which is supplied.

I opened the panaramic roof and went for a spin to check for any humming like I had on my last car with square Thule racks. None. I was also concerned about my board clearing the shark fin antenna. The bars have a slight camber so no clearance issues.

I'll be strapping my surfboard to it and driving about 40 mins on a highway to the beach soon. Will report back with any issues.

Let me know if you have any questions.

[hambone1983]

Sweet info guys.. this is already off to a good start then.
X548i20 - can you send me what model you bought from Rola?

thanks
Hamza

[trybekjr]

Whispbar by Yakima. Quality product and in my opinion looks the best out of all options.