Amazon Basics Cross Rail Roof Rack, 56 inches, Fits up to 49.6" Spans between Raised Side Rails with Gap, Pack of 2, Black/Silver

I grabbed these Amazon Basics Cross Rail Roof Racks on a last-minute whim because the set I originally ordered didn’t fit my car. I only planned to use them for a quick weekend trip, but they worked so well and felt so solid that I never took them off.Installation was straightforward, especially after watching the helpful videos — even a roof-rack newbie like me could handle it. The build feels super durable thanks to the aluminum alloy, and the rubber seals really do help keep the wind noise down, making the drive noticeably quieter.When it comes to travelability, these racks perform like champs. Whether it’s a short weekend getaway or a longer road trip, they stay rock solid through all kinds of weather and road conditions. I’ve hauled bikes, camping gear, and bulky bags with zero issues, thanks to the impressive storage capacity and secure fit.And the value for money? Absolutely unbeatable. For such a high-quality, durable, and versatile roof rack set, this is a steal. If you’re looking for a reliable rack that fits a variety of vehicles, offers great storage options, and won’t break the bank, these are definitely worth it.They fit my VW perfectly and have handled everything I’ve thrown at them — all while keeping my cargo safe and my drive comfortable. Highly recommend if you need a quick, sturdy, and quiet roof rack solution that lasts way beyond your weekend trip!

They were easy enough to install, especially with a second person, and they feel really solid. I used them for a roof bag with no issues, even at highway speeds.They look nice, don’t make much noise, and the locks help keep them secure. Just make sure your car has raised side rails with a gap

I picked up the Amazon Basics Cross Rail Roof Rack because I needed something compatible with my roof box and didn’t want to spend hundreds on a name-brand alternative. This rack fit the bill—affordable and functional.First Impressions:It arrived in good used condition, with packaging that was sufficient. The materials seemed decent, though I did wonder if it would hold up for a cross-country trip with a loaded roof box.Setup & Installation:Instructions were okay, but I ended up watching a video to get it right. It took a few tries to adjust the fit, especially since the recommended spacing didn’t work with my Yakima roof box. Once dialed in, it stayed secure.Performance on the Road:I’ve driven over 1700 miles with this rack—mostly paved roads, some gravel—and it’s held up well. I checked it at every stop and only had to tighten it once. It does bend slightly under the weight of the box, and while it felt solid at 75mph, I noticed less control at higher speeds. Still, no movement or safety issues.Design Notes:It sticks out a bit and the hooks don’t sit flush with my car’s rails, but it works. Not the sleekest look, but it gets the job done.Value & Recommendation:For the price—especially buying it used—it’s a solid option. I’d recommend it to anyone needing a rooftop solution for a roof box, ski rack, or bike carrier. It’s not perfect, but it’s reliable and affordable.Final Verdict:After a month and 1000+ miles, I’m impressed. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly rack that can handle serious mileage, this one’s worth considering.

The oem Toyota Tacoma rack is a huge disappointment. The wind noise of deployed crossbars is horribly loud, even under 50 mph. The crossbars are also too far apart for a cargo box and other accessories. It is basically useless.The Amazon Basics rack solves those problems. I am extremely happy with this purchase. The Amazon basics description says only fits up to 2.1 inch diameter bars and the Tacoma bars are substantially wider, so i was hesitant. I found that the Amazon bars fit much wider than 2.1", just slide the feet over the vehicle bars and then slide the crossbars through the Amazon feet. It wont work if you try to attach to vehicle with feet on the crossbars over vehicle crossbars exceeding 2.1".The rack took a little over an hour to fit everything, being overly cautious. Very impressed with the quality of the rack for such a low price. I did add some stainless self tapping scews to the ends of the crossbars to keep the plastic endcaps from falling off. And I wish it came in black, but I intend to coat with black herculiner to match my tracone and oem racks...so no biggie there. Some of the reviews said the bars were loud, but I just took it up to 70 mph and the bars are virtually silent. The reviewers who said these Amazon bars are loud must have messed up on the installation or something. At highway speed, there is only a very slight wind noise which is about equal to the hum of my all terrain tires.Now the Tacoma can have a Thule box on top of the cab. I do have quite a bit of expereince hauling gear on top of a rack and I would recommend very strong tie downs secured very well to both front and rear of vehicle if you plan to haul kayaks, canoes, ladders on the Amazon crossbars. Maybe even run long lashing straps through the vehicle interior for heavy kayaks and canoes.Those who are totally obsessed with accessories looking perfect probably wont be happy with permanent mounting of the Amazon crossbars on a Tacoma because the feet are oversized to accommodate much fatter bars. They do look a little funny with the gap above the oem bars, and the rack does not look very secure at first glance. However, the rack feels really strong when shaking the vehicle around. I think I will leave these on all the time once they are black to match the truck, but seems like they can be removed and thrown up there for ocassional use quite quickly and easily.

No instructions provided, but was able to figure it out without too much trouble. This fit my 2025 Mini Cooper Countryman All4, but the mounting brackets are fairly generic and the fit was not what I had hoped. It will do. For the price I paid and the quick delivery through Amazon, this was acceptable, but if you have time I would try another vendor for this item.