Apex Universal Aluminum Roof Cross Bars, Side Rail Mounted with Adjustable Knobs and Key-Locking Design, Fits Most Minivans, SUVs and Car Roof Rails

I recently purchased the Apex Side Rail Mounted Aluminum Roof Cross Bars for my Xterra to use with the JEGS Rooftop Cargo Carrier, and I must say, they have exceeded my expectations. These cross bars truly simplify getting my carrier on my Xterra, traveling and carrying extra gear on the roof of my car. Installation was a breeze thanks to the universal design that fits seamlessly with side rails up to 50 inches. The package came with clear and concise instructions, making the process quick and hassle-free. The sturdy aluminum construction not only provides durability but also gives them a sleek and modern look. One of the standout features of these cross bars is their versatility. They easily accommodate various accessories such as cargo baskets, roof boxes, bike racks, and kayak carriers. This flexibility allows me to customize my setup based on my specific needs, whether I'm heading out on a camping trip, going skiing, or simply transporting oversized items. In terms of performance, the Apex Side Rail Mounted Cross Bars provide a secure and stable platform for my gear. I've tested them on long highway drives and rough terrain, and they have held up remarkably well. Even at high speeds, there is minimal wind noise and no noticeable drag, which is impressive. Additionally, the integrated locking mechanism gives me peace of mind knowing that my belongings are safe and secure while I'm away from my vehicle. The added security is especially valuable when parking in public areas or when leaving the car unattended for an extended period. Another aspect worth mentioning is the cross bars' lightweight design. They add minimal weight to the vehicle, ensuring there is no adverse impact on fuel efficiency. Plus, they are easy to remove and store when not in use, which is convenient and saves space. Overall, I highly recommend the Apex Side Rail Mounted Aluminum Roof Cross Bars to anyone in need of a reliable and versatile solution for carrying extra gear. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a frequent traveler, or simply looking to expand your storage options, these cross bars will not disappoint. Their durability, ease of installation, and secure fit make them an excellent investment for any adventure-seeking individual. I have been thoroughly impressed with the performance and quality of these cross bars, and I'm confident they will enhance your travel experience as well. Don't hesitate to give them a try—you won't be disappointed!

Vehicle: 2005 Jeep Liberty Sport (3.7l V6) I purchased this product to fit a Jeep Liberty roof rack. We purchased a Yakima Big Stack Kayak Carrier (http://www.amazon.com/Yakima-BigStack-Rooftop-Canoe-Surfboard/dp/B0012SFGW6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1406410918&sr=8-1&keywords=yakima+big+stack) and also a double wide hard box cargo carrier. So far, we have driven about 4000 miles with these cross bars and they have worked flawlessly (we moved from Anchorage to Tacoma at about 2600 miles, then went on a honeymoon road trip from Tacoma to south central California and back). Here are my thoughts: Pros: -The bars felt sturdy upon taking the out of the package. The bars' sliding action feels snug and well designed. -The locking mechanism that keeps these bars from being stolen seems to do the trick. I am not sure how easy it would to simply break the locking mechanism off and take the bars, but so far we have had no issues with this. -The whirring, whistling noise when driving at speed is not as bad as I thought it would be. -These bars supported two 50 pound kayaks and some gear on a trip down and back up the west coast. -The ends of the crossbars that squeeze to grip onto your length-wise sport bars seem to grip very tightly. Careful not to over-tighten. The grip feels good and firm and does not seem to shift during transport. Cons: -The whirring, whistling noise. The noise these bars make at speed is determined a lot by what they are carrying. For example, our two kayaks were heavy enough to flex the bars a bit (but not to the point there was any damage or risk of damage to the product). However, the weight did make a concave shaped gap which made the whistling louder than with our hard box cargo carrier. Still, though, it wasn't loud enough to annoy or distract us, especially when chatting or listening to music. -The spinning/locking knob that tightens the product as well as locks them to prevent theft seems like it could be circumvented with a hammer or a crow bar. Then again, I am not sure how the mechanism works to the extent that I can say that a hammer COULD circumvent the locks. Overall: I was able to find these for $98 bucks along with a close-out sale on a hard box cargo carrier for $40 at Home Depot. $140 for the setup and it has lasted us literally 4k miles within the last 6 weeks. Very good product, albeit not perfect. My only suggestion is, if they can, try to find a way to prevent flex in the bars. With our hard-box cargo carrier, there was literally no flex in the product because the cargo box was centered and distributed evenly among both cross bars. However, our kayaks (100 pounds together) are carried only along one side of the vehicle (in our case, the driver side). This caused the bars to flex a little bit when our pull-straps were wrenched firm to hold the kayaks in place. This was NOT a problem and was not alarming at all. But a little more firmness in the bars couldn't hurt. Highly recommend this product. Very good, solidly built, and AFFORDABLE! A+

I bought these cargo bars to transport a kayak on my 2011 Ford Explorer. Installation of the bars was simple with no tools needed, took me less than 15 minutes without any assistance. If you are short or not very strong you may need a ladder and/or helper. I installed separately purchased kayak holders on the bars, and then secured a 30-pound kayak on top of those (straps came with the kayak holders). Everything felt strong and secure. Per the instructions that came with the Apex cargo bars, I then ran a strap from the front of the kayak to attach to vehicle frame under front bumper, and another strap from back of kayak to rear hitch of vehicle. Reading some of the "disaster" reviews I wonder if the people followed this instruction? I drove 70 mph on highways for 4 hours each way on this trip. I stopped once during the trip to re-tighten straps as they naturally stretch a little under load. Everything stayed nice and secure, the bars never moved a bit. There was some wind noise from the bars, but not loud enough to bother us. We were able to carry on conversation in the car, listen to music, etc. It was basically like mild white noise from having a fan in the room. The bars' locking mechanism was a little tricky to figure out how to turn the keys correctly, but not terrible. They do work to secure the bars although a determined thief would be able to just break the plastic I would imagine. In conclusion, these bars were good value for the price. If I did a lot of trips with roof cargo, or if I wanted to leave them on permanently I would probably invest in Thule or Yakima. But for a "few times a year" use I am very happy with them.

'07 Suburban (same as Tahoe or Denali)- I decided to put these bars to the test before leaving a review. A 650 mile trip with an overloaded Yakima Space Case was a good test, I'd say: Installation was easy and straightforward. The knob-clamp design doesn't require tools and provides a tight, secure mount. The locking method is simply a key that disengages the knob from the clamp, so tightening and loosening can only be done with the key in place. Pretty simple, but DON'T LOSE THE KEYS! Fit on my Suburban using the stock rails was nearly perfect width-wise. The bars sit an inch or two higher than the stock bars. Keep this in mind if you have tight tolerances with stock bars with overhead doors, aprons or parking enclosures. Appearance is nicer than stock and the bars look like factory upgrades - not last minute add-ons like lesser quality bars. Quality seems to be very good. After installing my Space Case, the bars did flex a bit, but this was due to the case being overloaded. They held up quite well after being pushed beyond their limits (not something I recommend here).... The trip was uneventful and after the case was unloaded, the bars returned to their normal contours. I'm very happy with the price, appearance and performance of these bars, especially for the price.

When considering my review, note that I have no previous experience with any brand of roof-rail crossbars. 1)In my opinion the quality of materials and construction seems high; these do not have a cheap, flimsy feel. 2)These cross-bars had no problem fitting a 2009 VW Jetta Sportwagen, though I did not attempt to open the sunroof while they were on the vehicle. 3)They can be installed and removed relatively quickly and easily, no tools required. They supported a Sears X-Cargo XL 15 cu ft rooftop carrier with no problems. With practice, I expect to get both crossbars installed and the cargo carrier secured in about 30 minutes 4)Noise was noticeable but not excessive, and I did not notice a significant negative impact on gas mileage (400 mile highway roundtrip at 70 mph) I expect to use these 2-4 times per year, putting them on and taking them off after each use. Similar products may be available for less, but I can't comment on how they might compare...what I will say is that these do exactly what I need them to do and I can't come up with a single reason to pay 3x or 4x more for VW OEM, Thule, Yakima or any other brand.

I purchased this as a Mothers Day present. On her first use when trying to unlock the safety lock on the rails the entire lock piece came out. Keep in mind they are still tight on the car so how are you suppose to get it off now?!? Emailed the company twice and have yet to hear back. Maybe it was a lemon but getting no response from the company is not reassuring. Also, it will fit the listed rails on your vehicle, HOWEVER; check the width of your rails (the actual rail not rail to rail on the car). The locks that slides onto the car rails extends pretty wide, but on our RAV4 they were maxed out to get them to go on and ripped off some paint actually. Will update if I get some sort of solution from this seller.

Was looking for some bars to throw on our new '13 Forester and bounced all over checking things out. Wanted something a little wider that the roof for two kayaks and the length on these was exactly what we wanted. Also didn't want round bars or cheap-o square aluminum tubing. The aero-style of these was great and load rating above other similar bars. Was a bit skeptical with the cost so low but decided to take a chance. Rails arrive quickly and were amazingly easy to install. Locking hubs worked GREAT (we would suggest alternating the locks so they are not on the same side, more secure). Took less then ten minutes from box to roof. So quick to put on and off we only put them on right when we need them. Bars are solid, good heavy construction, very high quality, versatile as the mounts slide in the rails, quick and easy on and off, could ask for better units. Have used many times already. Much quieter then round or square bars. We would highly recommend these! A helpful suggestion we would pass along. When we first installed them we used a tape measure to get the extended parts of the bars the same distance on both sides of the vehicle. When we had it set correctly we marked a line on both ends with a permanent marker where the mounts sit to have the extensions equal. Now when we put them on we just line up the mark and tighten them down, perfect every time :O)

This is GREAT, fits my 2016 Jeep Renegade Lattitide racks well with very little overhang. Firm grip on the roof rack and easily tightened down. Very little, almost no, noticeable noise. The crossbars are wider than normal tube shaped bars and some attachments require a little finagling to attach them securely. Of all that positivity why three stars? The locks. To tighten the bars there are knobs on either side, one knob on each bar has a small lock. This lock, when engaged, simply disengages the knob from the tightening mechanism so it spins freely without loosening or tightening the clamps. That lock popped out when I removed the key on the first use and unfortunately, while polite, the manufacturer did not offer any suggestions or replacements when contacted. They asked for specifics and when I told them I got a form email saying that they hope their support helped and to contact them again for further assistance. I did fix it by simply snapping the lock back in place and it works like new. Be that as it may, I do not use the locks right now, still working on a potential resolution hoping that the initial emails were in error. If the lock was engaged and the cylinder fell out while I was driving there would have been no way to unlock the crossbars without significant effort. Overall I do highly recommend these, I'm sure I received one with a defect as the other lock has not given me the same issue. I will change my rating if the situation is rectified.

Muy prácticos y solo recomiendo que sean más baratos, en Tienda departamental de gran Nombre W ,,,, mas baratas