Roof Rack and Ski Carrier Recommendations for a 2016 Toyota Highlander with Factory Side Rails
Question:
Hi - I have a 2016 Toyota Highlander XLE with chrome roof rails. The rails have a couple panels that I believe cover mounting locations for cross bars. Im looking for a rack system that would enable me to carry skis this winter. What can you recommend?
asked by: George O
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 2016 Toyota Highlander with fixed mounting points in the factory side rails I recommend Rhino-Rack roof rack # RRRVP31. This is an all-in-one rack so there are no additional parts you will need to be; it comes with everything. The black bars and aero shape make this roof rack look more like a factory rack than many other roof rack options.
There are several ski carriers that are compatible with this roof rack. For 6 skis you can use the larger carrier # RR576. For 4 skis you can use the smaller version # RR574. Both carriers can be locked to deter theft of the skis. I have linked a video review for you.
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Rhino-Rack Ski and Snowboard Carrier - Locking - 4 Pairs of Skis or 2 Boards
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Roof Rack
- Clamp-On
- Fixed Height
- Board/Ski Lock
- 2 Snowboards
- 4 Pairs of Skis
- 19-11/16 Inch Long
- Fixed
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Ski and Snowboard Carrier - Locking - 6 Pairs of Skis or 4 Boards
- Ski and Snowboard Racks
- Roof Rack
- Clamp-On
- Fixed Height
- Board/Ski Lock
- 4 Snowboards
- 6 Pairs of Skis
- 27-9/16 Inch Long
- Fixed
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Square Bars
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack RVP Roof Rack for Fixed Mounting Points - Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Complete Roof Systems
- Aero Bars
- 39 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Flush
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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Inno Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 51" Long and 54" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 51 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Inno
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