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  1. Utility and Protection
    I’m in search of a RTT for my 2016 Subaru forrester. The owner manual shows a dynamic weight capacity of 176 lbs. I found the perfect tent but it is exactly 176lbs. So my question is, do I need to keep shopping for a lighter weight? Also, I have OEM crossbars. Will I need different crossbars to...
  2. Lighting and Electrical
    Does anyone have experience with installing an LED light bar on a 4th gen Forestet no drill roof rack from Spider? I'm installing one and want to add a light bar. Just looking for recommendations on what to get or suggestions on what to avoid. Thanks.
  3. Sourcing Parts & Accessories
    EDIT: Roof Rails/Crossbars have been found on EBAY just had to do a little too much digging. I was wondering if there are any so called "universal" roof rails that fit a 2003-2008 forester? I'm looking for just a cheap-ish option to help haul some things from time to time.
  4. Utility and Protection
    So I noticed a lot of posts about different racks and cross bars to use for the '23 Forester Wilderness and thought I would chime in and recommend a budget friendly option for those who can't afford to blow $500-1000 on a "name brand" set up. The cross bars are currently on sale for $69. The...
  5. Utility and Protection
    I have a 2007 Subaru Forester and Yakima Round Bars. Which tower do I need to use to mount to my flush rails?
  6. Exterior and Body
    The front half of the roof rails are cracked and coming up from the roof. I found a 1998 forester at a junk yard with a great set of roof rails. Are these interchangeable with the 2001 forester? Thank you!
  7. Utility and Protection
    So I've wanted to get into rooftop tenting for a while, and I haven't been able to find any recent information to help me make a decision. All the forum posts I've found were from 2010 or so, and a lot of the hyperlinks led to 404 errors. I know that the roof rail rating is around 150 pounds...
  8. Towing and Hauling
    I have to haul plywood and solid lumber every now and again as a woodworker and am looking into the Rhino Rack Pioneer Platform. Gave up my old Chevy Tahoe that was big enough to put plywood flat INSIDE the damn thing. Just didn't want another 9MPG gas hog. Im aware of the 700lb static / 176lb...
  9. Sourcing Parts & Accessories
    Does anyone know how I can find one of these? Some friends want us to go canoeing and we would love to go but we need the cross piece that will allow us to attach our canoe to the roof. I have seen after market ones available but there is a warning on top of our Forester only to use an official...
  10. Utility and Protection
    Hi there, I recently purchased a 2011 Subaru Forester and am trying to find some cheaper roof rails online. I've come across a cheaper set of Subaru roof rails taken from a 2016 model being sold on Facebook marketplace. I was just wondering if anyone knew if the roof rails from a fourth...
  11. Utility and Protection
    Anybody ever install a ladder (anywhere, hatch, side, whatever) so you can reach the rack easier? All the ones I have seen online look like they are specifically built to fit 4Runners, Jeeps, or Land Rovers. I currently have a 22 Forester Wilderness on order and I want to beef it up a bit when...
  12. Utility and Protection
    Hey guys! Just joined and new owner of a white 2019 sport. Im looking at putting a cargo basket on top but not sure which crossbars to go with. For the basket im leaning towards the Rola 59504 basket. Im concerned with getting a crossbar system that extends out past the rails and it looking odd...
  13. New Member Introductions
    Hey everyone, I'm Matt, from The Northeast Kingdom in Vermont. I work at my local Home Depot and I'm an artist. Pop Art paintings using hand cut stencils & spray paint & found object assemblage sculpture lamps & Robots using kitchen tools & hardware. Considering my location I'm kind of surprised...
  14. Sourcing Parts & Accessories
    Hello, I was looking at my 2002 Forester L 5MT and on the passenger side, my roof rail (rail to body) has not only snapped in half, but the anchors holding it down above headliner have also broken. It's held on by 2 anchors and the roof racks. Anyone know where I can find a new one or will...
  15. Utility and Protection
    Hey y'all, I'm new, so if I'm going about this incorrectly, I apologize. I recently purchased a 2015 Forester 2.5i limited. It's my first major purchase, and I'm quite satisfied and excited with the performance thus far and the opportunities that await. I went ahead and got some OEM cross bars...
  16. Towing and Hauling
    I hate the look and the idea of needing a cross bar if you already have raised factory rails. If I was to get a tray/basket that sat over the raised factory rails cant I just U-bolt it to them? It's still the same weight (if not less) with the same number of contact points (if not more) compared...
  17. Modz Pics
    This is my 2012 Forester! Its my favorite vehicle i have owned, and to me, looks amazing with some lights and a roof basket. I've also blacked out the roof rails, rear wing, handles, grille, and I bought some smokey Black headlights. Hoping to put maybe another 2 more lights on the roof basket...
  18. Utility and Protection
    Looking into purchasing the front runner roof rack, but still trying to justify the hefty price. Can anyone provide any comments on the roof rack? Pros & cons? Or even possibly a better rack system that doesn't break the wallet? I'm for sure looking for a flat rack, hoping to invest in a...
  19. Utility and Protection
    These forums are such a gold mine for info, I finally have the chance to giving back. I had been searching for a small'ish ski rack that would allow me to use both my Thule Atlantis 1600 and carry a couple of pairs of nordic or alpine skis. I think I found a winning combo, without going too...
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