Every roof rack system that fits the 2008 Subaru Forester, from Thule and Yakima, plus older racks that still fit. This Forester comes with raised rails, flush rails, fixed points or factory crossbars depending on trim, so start by matching your roof below.
Raised rails have a gap you can fit your fingers under. Flush rails sit tight to the roof.
BEST PICK FOR YOUR 2008 SUBARU FORESTER
Pacific Rack PRO Aero 52″ Load Bar Kit for Raised Rails
✔ Fits your 2008 Subaru Forester with raised rails
- Complete kit: bars and towers in one box
- Aerodynamic bars
- Works with both standard and T-slot mounts (bike, ski, cargo box)
$149.00
Pacific Rack house brand
In Stock
Upgrade: with Yakima TimberLine towers · $349.00Budget pick: Universal Crossbars · $109.0060-day returns · Free shipping $79+
Prefer Thule? Complete Thule Evo Raised Rail setup
Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black + Thule WingBar Evo 127
In Stock
Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black + Thule WingBar Evo 127
In Stock
$544.90
BEST PICK FOR YOUR 2008 SUBARU FORESTER
Complete Thule flush-rail setup for the 2008 Subaru Forester
✔ Fits your 2008 Subaru Forester with flush rails
- Thule Evo Flush Rail feet (4-pack)
- Thule Kit 186136, the kit for your 2008 Subaru Forester
- Thule WingBar Evo bars, sized for your roof
- Everything in one order, nothing to figure out
$704.85
60-day returns · Free shipping $79+
Prefer Yakima? SightLine towers + clip (crossbars not included)
Yakima SightLine Towers + Yakima SightClip 81
Ships within 2–3 business days
Yakima SightLine Towers + Yakima SightClip 81
Ships within 2–3 business days
$425.00
- Roof types: Raised rails, Flush rails, Fixed points, Factory crossbars
- Rack systems listed: 12 across 2 brands
- Crossbar lengths: 30" to 50" depending on system
- Max rack load: up to 220 lb (always stay under your vehicle's roof limit)
2008 Forester with raised rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Strap 4 pcs Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Single Thule WingBar Evo 127 Thule SquareBar Evo 127 |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 127 Thule SquareBar Evo 127 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
2008 Forester with flush rails
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Flush Rail | Kit 186136 | 132 | Thule Kit 186136 — ships within 2–3 days |
| Thule | Thule Evo Flush Rail | Kit 186136 | 132 | Thule Kit 186136 — ships within 2–3 days Thule WingBar Evo 118 Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush… Torque Key 4Nm |
| Yakima | Yakima SightLine FX | SightClip 81 | Yakima SightClip 81 | |
| Yakima | Yakima SightLine Towers | SightClip 81 | Yakima SightClip 81 Yakima SightLine Towers |
2008 Forester with fixed points
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Fixpoint | Kit 187156 | 165 | Thule Kit 187156 — ships within 2–3 days |
| Thule | Thule Evo Fixpoint | Kit 187156 | 165 | Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot Thule WingBar Evo 127 Thule SquareBar Evo 127 Thule Kit 187156 — ships within 2–3 days |
2008 Forester with factory crossbars
| Brand | System | Fit kit | Max load (lb) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thule | Thule Edge Raised Rail | None (universal) | 165 | Strap 4 pcs Thule Raised Rail Edge (out of stock) Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised… (out of stock) |
| Thule | Thule Evo Raised Rail | None (universal) | 220 | Thule Evo Raised Rail Single Thule WingBar Evo 127 Thule SquareBar Evo 127 |
| Thule | Thule oversize rail foot | None (universal) | 165 | Thule WingBar Evo 127 Thule SquareBar Evo 127 Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles… |
Parts that fit your 2008 Forester
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Sale!
Strap 4 pcs – Thule Raised Rail Edge/WingBar Edge 958/AeroBlade 750 Part #1500052976
Original price was: $140.00.$89.00Current price is: $89.00. Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 127 (50″) – Black (2-Pack) – Part # 711320
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black – Part # 710405 (replaces 710401)
$264.95 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 127 (50″) – Silver (2-Pack) – Part # 711300
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule SquareBar Evo 127 (50″) – Black (2-Pack) – Part # 712300
$179.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Raised Rail Single (1) Replacement Foot
$69.90 Add to cart -
Torque Key 4Nm – Thule Raised Rail Evo/Flush Rail Evo/Flush Rail Edge/Fixpoint Evo/Fixpoint Edge – Part # 1500052988
$31.50 Add to cart -
Thule Oversized Rail Foot Pack, Fits Vehicles with Large or Uniquely Shaped roof Rails – Part # 710801
$299.95 Add to cart -
Thule Edge Flush Rail Front Covers
Price range: $20.00 through $80.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Black (2-Pack) – Part # 711220
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule WingBar Evo 118 (47″) – Silver (2-Pack) – Part # 711200
$279.95 Add to cart -
Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush Siderails 4-pack black – Part # 710601
$264.95 Add to cart -
Yakima SightClip 81 – Part # 8006481
$150.00 Add to cart -
Yakima SightLine Towers (4-pack) ROOF RACK TOWER FOR VEHICLES WITH FLUSH-MOUNTED SIDE RAILS – Part # 8001635
$275.00 Add to cart -
Thule Fixpoint Evo foot for vehicles 4-pack black – Part # 710701
$264.95 Add to cart -
Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot – Single Foot (1)
$59.00 Add to cart -
Thule Raised Rail Edge – foot for vehicles 4-pack black – Part # 720401
$359.95 Read more -
Set of 4 Thule AeroBlade Edge Raised Rail Endcaps – 2 Left & 2 Right + Lock Plugs
$98.95 Read more -
Replacement Thule Evo Flush Rail Single Tower – Part # 1500054244
$71.00 Read more
Cargo boxes for your 2008 Subaru Forester
A cargo box mounts on the crossbars above. Check the box’s crossbar spread range and make sure your rear hatch opens clear of it. Boxes are oversized, so most are pickup at our Ashland store, where we’ll mount it for you.
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Thule Force 3 Sport Cargo box -In Store Only – Part # 645650
$829.95 Add to cart -
Rhino Rack MasterFit Rooftop Cargo Box 16cu ft- In Store Only
$549.00 Add to cart -
Thule Force 3 – M – Cargo Box – In Store Only – Part # 645250
$829.95 Add to cart -
Thule Force 3 – XL – Rooftop Cargo Box – (Store Only) – Part # 645850
$929.95 Add to cart
Bike racks for your 2008 Subaru Forester
Roof bike racks clamp to your crossbars. Hitch bike racks need a receiver hitch — check whether yours is 1.25″ or 2″ before ordering.
Roof-mount bike racks
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Kuat Trio Rooftop Bike Rack – Grey/Orange & Black/Silver
$249.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Yakima FrontLoader – Rooftop Bike Mount – Part # 8002103
$275.00 Add to cart
Hitch bike racks
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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo – Single Tray Hitch Bike Rack 1.25″/2″
$419.99 Add to cart -
Thule ReVert 6-Bike Vertical Hitch Rack – In Store Only – Part # 9026500
$1,299.95 Read more -
Yakima OnRamp LX E-Bike Rack 2″ Hitch – In Store Only – Part # 8002756
$999.00 Add to cart -
Thule Verse 2″ 2-Bike Hitch Platform Bike Rack- In Store Only – Part # 903452
$999.95 Add to cart
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the Forester.
Other Forester years
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Fit info is compiled from Thule, Yakima and Rhino-Rack data. Always confirm against the manufacturer's install instructions and your vehicle's roof load limit.