Is There a Difference Between Rhino-Rack Euro Bar and Vortex Crossbar Wind Noise

Question:

is there much difference in wind noise between the Rhino-Rack Euro Bar CrossBars and the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars? primarily interested in highway speeds and will be carrying a 13 foot Kayak

asked by: Leao L

Expert Reply:

Yes, the 59" Rhino-Rack Euro Bar Crossbars RREB150B (discontinued) will produce more wind noise than the 59" Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars # RRVA150B-2. This is due to the aerodynamic design of the Vortex crossbars which have less wind noise and drag. I recommend going with the Vortex system because it performs and looks better than the square Euro Bar crossbars. Here are the parts you need for your 2017 Ram 1500:

59" Vortex Crossbars - # RRVA150B-2
2500 Series Legs - # RRRLKVA
Fit Kit - # DK043

expert reply by: Jon G