Choosing a Roof Rack for Your Vehicle

When it comes to outfitting your vehicle with a roof rack, you can't go past Thule or Rhino-Rack. Both of these brands are known for their quality, innovative design, and useability.

We run through a few options from both brands below, highlighting some of their key features outlining why Thule and Rhino-Rack roof racks are the preferred choice for adventurers and everyday drivers alike.

Top Thule Roof Rack Options:

Thule WingBar Evo

Image displaying a Silver Thule WingBar Evo system, demonstrating the overhang which is typical with this style of roof rack, and the end cap proudly featuring the Thule logo.
  • WindDiffuser technology minimizes wind noise for a more pleasant driving experience.
  • Maximum use of crossbar loading area with it's overhang design
  • Compatible with a wide range of add ons with 20mm T-Slot accessory channel
  • Search our range of Thule WingBar Evo options

    Thule WingBar Edge

    Image displaying a Thule Winbar edge system in black, fitted to a vehicle parked in a ski resort carpark, giving an indication of the sleek streamlined look that this Thule roof rack system is known for.
  • Aerodynamic design that minimizes wind noise and drag for a quiet and efficient ride.
  • Low-profile non-overhang design giving a factory-installed appearance.
  • Compatible with a wide range of add ons with 20mm T-Slot accessory channel
  • Search our range of Thule WingBar Edge options

    Top Rhino-Rack Roof Rack Options:

    Rhino-Rack Vortex Roof Racks

    1 image of a Black Rhino-Rack Vortex crossbar system, mounted on the roof of a blue Ute.
  • Aerodynamic design with noise-reducing features.
  • Maximum use of loading area with it's overhang design
  • Compatible with a wide range of add ons with it's 20mm accessory channel
  • Search our range of Rhino-Rack Vortex options

    Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty Roof Racks

    1 image of a Black Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty Roof Rack system, showcasing the square profile of the crossbar.
  • Ideal for carrying large or heavy loads.
  • Maximum use of loading area with it's overhang design
  • Compatible with a wide range of tradie and HD accessories
  • Search our range of Rhino-Rack Heavy Duty options

    Summing Things Up

    Adding Roof Racks or a Roof Tray to your car massively increases storage space and helps keep the inside clutter-free. If you're preparing for a camping trip, transporting work gear, or heading off for a weekend away, a roof rack system makes hauling extra cargo super easy. Thule and Rhino-Rack offer various roof rack solutions, and our Vehicle Fitment Guide ensures you can find the perfect fit for your car.

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    February, 2025
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    January, 2025
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    January, 2025
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    January, 2025
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    January, 2025
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    January, 2025
    Awesome experience. The prices were reasonable, I was given all the help and advise I needed on how to plan, shop for, and fit my racks and accessories. The website is SUPER well laid out, clean, and easy to use given the complexities of shopping for a rack system that has so many different parts depending on the year, make, and model of any vehicle. I will most certainly be going back for future purchases. I can't say enough good things about my experience
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    January, 2025
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    January, 2025
    Needed roof racks and a cargo box before 2 days before Christmas. With short to no notice the guys turned it around and got them ordered and installed. Great service and a pleasure to deal with highly recommend the stoke team if you need accessories for your vehicle. Cheers guys Bryce
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    January, 2025
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    Steve was very helpful when we purchased a bike carrier and his after sales service has been great.