The 7 Best Ski & Snowboard Roof Racks of 2020
Packing for your next mountain trip just got so much easier.
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A good ski or snowboard rack takes a lot of hassle out of getting to the slopes. You free up trunk space and won't have to worry about sliding your skis between seats (and possibly nipping an ear with a sharp edge!). Racks solve almost all your storage problems and safely mount your boards on top of your car.
Sleek, strong, secure...the latest racks look good, won't crush your gas mileage, keep your skis and boards from flying away and highway speeds, and are easier to use than learning how to pizza.
Here are 7 top options based on our experience with the racks and reviews from enthusiastic skiers and snowboarders.
Car Rack & Carrier Car Rack & Carrier Ski Aluminum Ski & Snowboard Roof Rack
This option from Car Rack & Carrier uses universal mounts to fit most vehicles as long as they have roof rails and cross bars. It's also ideal for a fam trip, as it can hold up to four snowboards and six pairs of skis.
Taking off your gloves in the frigid cold to mount or remove your skis or snowboards from the car can be quite uncomfortable, if not annoying, so with this roof rack you don't have to. It's made with an easy release and key locking mechanism that allows you to open and close the carrier even with gloved hands.
YAKIMA Yakima PowderHound Ski & Snowboard Mount
This rack is a great value from one of the most trusted names in ski and snowboard carriers. Its universal mount fits most crossbars, so fit shouldn't be an issue. Installation is super easy, and the solid performance makes it a great, economical choice.
One of the best racks you can buy, Thule's Snowpack is made with ultra-soft rubber arm grips to prevent any scratching. A neat little spring-loaded system raises the rack to accommodate skis and boards with taller bindings, then compresses when not in use. And the big buttons are easy to use, even with lobster-style gloves.
Made with universal mounting clamps that make it fit for most vehicles with rectangular crossbars, this roof rack can hold up to two snowboards or four pairs of skis. Each rack locks shut, so you'll get a key and a spare for backup.
Customers rave about how this SportRack is super easy to install, and with a large push button for release, really easy to operate with gloves on too. The carrier also comes with locks that add extra security to its hold.
Kuat makes some of the nicest and most desirable bike racks you can buy. And they bring that same attention to detail and sharp design to its ski model, the Grip 6. It holds a whole ski team's worth of boards, and slides away from its mounting rails to make loading and unloading them easier. The price is steep, but worth it if convenience, monster capacity, and good looks are important.
Jasmine Gomez is the Commerce Editor at Women’s Health, where she cover the best product recommendations across beauty, health, lifestyle, fitness, and more. When she's not shopping for a living, she enjoys karaoke and dining out more than she cares to admit. Follow her @JazzeGomez.
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