Thule Aero Blade Load Bar Pair

Product Descriptions

REI Description: Reducing noise and lowering drag, the new Thule AeroBlade 53 in. load bars work with the rest of your Thule system to haul your gear safely, securely and quietly to your destination. Aluminum bars feature a textured cover that diffuses airflow better than a smooth surface, greatly reducing wind noise. Bars also feature SwingBlade(TM) end caps that pivot open allowing full access to the T-slot for easy accessory installation. Another smart feature of the bars, the SmartSlide(TM) system is a tape-measure-free, hassle-free molded measurement system on the underbar for easy foot installation. Using a vertical load test, the AeroBlade bars can sustain over 800 lbs. of force. Thule AeroBlade bars work with all of the Thule Rapid Foot Packs and are just 1 component of a Thule car top rack system. These load bars are available in 4 different sizes, so be sure to refer to Thule's Fit Guide for the minimum size recommended for a specific vehicle.

Massey's Outfitters Description: Thule AeroBlade Load Bar 43in - ARB43 AeroBlade Load Bar Pair Features WindDiffuser(TM) is a textured surface on the t-slot cover that disturbs the airflow better than a smooth surface, greatly reducing wing noise. BoxBeam(TM) - The sophisticated BoxBeam aluminum extrusion creates one of the strongest load bars in the market. Using a vertical load test, the AeroBlade can sustain over 800 lbf of force. SmartSlide(TM) - The new SmartSlide(TM) is a molded measurement system providing a quick, no-hassle, tapemeasure-free foot installation. SmartSlide(TM) also covers the underbar slot to improve aerodynamics and noise diffusion. SwingBlade(TM) - The new SwingBlade(TM) end cap pivots open to allow full access to the t-slot for easy accessory installs. NOTE: The following products are not compatible with the AeroBlade: 503 Load Stops, 516 Prologue, 579XT Canoe Carrier, 558P Tandem Carrier, 597XT Hullavator, 847 Outrigger II, 870XT-873XT Fairings, 884 Roll Model

Eastern Mountain Sports Description: Aerodynamic profile, easy installation and better strength, the Thule Aero Blade Load Bars are the best way to get your gear on your vehicle. Thule WindDiffuser is a textured surface on the t-slot cover that disturbs the airflow better than a smooth surface, greatly reducing wing noise. The Thule AeroBlade design also features sharp corners to promote clean ?air release?, helping to reduce aerodynamic drag. Thule BoxBeam - The sophisticated BoxBeam aluminum extrusion creates one of the strongest load bars in the market. Using a vertical load test, the AeroBlade can sustain over 800 lb. of force. The new SmartSlide is a molded measurement system providing a quick, no-hassle, tape measure-free foot installation. Thule SmartSlide also covers the underbar slot to improve aerodynamics and noise diffusion. The new SwingBlade end cap pivots open to allow full access to the t-slot for easy accessory.

Backcountry Description: Round and square cross bars make the same amount of noise. Precisely measured, it's a lot. Thule Aero Blade Load Bars are specially designed to reduce wind noise, so your modern, aerodynamic sedan doesn't sound like a dump truck breaking the sound barrier.