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.
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)
Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black + Thule WingBar Evo 127
In Stock
- 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 — currently unavailable from Thule |
| Thule | Thule Evo Flush Rail | Kit 186136 | 132 | Replacement Thule Evo Flush Rail Single Tower Thule Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush… Torque Key 4Nm Thule Kit 186136 — currently unavailable from Thule |
| Yakima | Yakima SightLine FX | SightClip 81 | Yakima SightClip 81 (out of stock) | |
| Yakima | Yakima SightLine Towers | SightClip 81 | Yakima SightClip 81 (out of stock) 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 — currently unavailable from Thule |
| Thule | Thule Evo Fixpoint | Kit 187156 | 165 | Thule Evo Fixpoint Replacement Foot Thule WingBar Evo 127 Thule SquareBar Evo 127 Thule Kit 187156 — currently unavailable from Thule |
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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Thule Evo Raised Rail 4-Pack Black – Part # 710405 (replaces 710401)
$264.95 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 -

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 Flush Rail Evo foot for Flush Siderails 4-pack black – Part # 710601
$264.95 Add to cart -

Replacement Thule Evo Flush Rail Single Tower – Part # 1500054244
$71.00 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 -

Yakima SightClip 81 – Part # 8006481
$150.00 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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Rhino Rack MasterFit Rooftop Cargo Box 16cu ft- In Store Only
$549.00 Add to cart -

Yakima Skybox NX XXL (22) Cargo Box (In Store Only) – Part # 8007371
$949.00 Add to cart -

Yakima Skybox NX Skinny Cargo Box (In Store Only) – Part # 8007368
$799.00 Add to cart -

Yakima SkyBox NX XL (18) CARGO BOX (in-store Only) – Part # 8007370
$849.00 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 -

Thule FastRide roof bike rack fork mount black – Part # 564005
$299.95 Read more -

Thule ProRide XT roof bike rack frame mount black – Part # 598004
$349.95 Read more
Hitch bike racks
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RockyMounts MonoRail Solo – Single Tray Hitch Bike Rack 1.25″/2″
$419.99 Add to cart -

Yakima OnRamp LX E-Bike Rack 2″ Hitch – In Store Only – Part # 8002756
$999.00 Add to cart -

Yakima EXO SwingBase – EXO HITCH SYSTEM BASE – *In-store ONLY* – Part # 8002715
$699.00 Add to cart -

Thule Range RV Bike Rack (in-store only)
$449.95 Add to cart
Buy used
Looking for a deal? Check Rack Trader for used racks and parts that fit the Forester.
Other Forester years
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.











