OEM VW roof rack, worth while?

2015JettaTDINC

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Joined
Nov 29, 2017
Location
North Carolina
TDI
2015 Jetta S TDI
I'm interested in a roof rack for my 2015 Jetta TDI S.
I tried the Thule aeroblades with the correct fit kit as provided by REI but the fit was far from what I would consider proper. I've had them before on other cars and they were spot on perfect.
On the Jetta I would have been afraid to tie down a kayak and hit the road.
What about the VW OEM racks? Are they worth a hoot?
Thnx in advance.
 

lindenladouceur

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Joined
Jan 22, 2017
Location
Squamish, BC
TDI
2011 Jetta TDI 6MT Tuned & Deleted
I'm really happy with the OEM roof rails on my 2011, very sturdy and fit well. I've had 3 mountain bikes (~115 lbs) on the roof rails and felt confident with them up there. I bought mine used for $250 CAD and they came with snowboard/ski racks as well. If I remember correctly the roof rails are pretty darn expensive from VW.
 
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