Best roof rack and cargo accessories for Subaru Ascent?

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19/04/2026 12:55 am

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What is the best roof rack and cargo setup for a Subaru Ascent that won't whistle like crazy on the highway? I'm stuck between the Thule WingBar and the Yakima JetStream. Some reviews say the Thule sits too low and might scratch the roof if the cargo box clamps are big, but then the Yakima looks super bulky and tall.

I'm really frustrated because I need to get this ordered for a trip to the Adirondacks in two weeks and I don't want to waste $800 on something that sounds like a jet engine. Are the factory Subaru crossbars actually decent or am I just gonna regret not going high-end?

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19/04/2026 12:55 am

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I honestly think the factory bars are decent for the price. I went with the Subaru Ascent OEM Fixed Crossbar Set and they've been solid.

way cheaper than Thule

no crazy whistling

install took 10 minutes I paired them with the Thule Motion XT L Rooftop Cargo Box and it worked great for our camping trip. No need to drop 800 bucks tbh.

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