Roof racks have long been a top storage choice for drivers from all walks of life. From tradespeople incorporating work-friendly truck upgrades to families looking to maximise their storage space as they head off on holiday, the extra room provided by a roof rack certainly comes in handy.
For overlanding enthusiasts wishing to boost storage and save space in-cab, the addition of a roof rack ticks all the right boxes. Rugged, low-profile designs also promise reduced wind resistance, improved fuel economy, less wind noise, lighter weights, and enhanced customisation and compatibility.
Whatever your adventure, finding the right roof rack for you isn’t always easy. Thankfully, we’re here to provide a rundown of the best rated roof racks around – and they’re all available right here at 4×4 Works!
ARB BASE Rack
Boasting fully customisable configurations, the ARB BASE Rack is an icon in the world of rooftop storage. The ARB BASE Rack offers the low-profile and rugged construction that really delivers when travelling off-road along with a sturdy base to accommodate any type of cargo.
The design itself is modular, which means it can be tailored to your exact storage needs. A wide range of accessories and extras are available to personalise your setup further, and make the attachment and removal of loads as fast and secure as it should be. Vehicle-specific hardware makes fitting a breeze too.
You can shop our full range of ARB BASE Racks and accessories here.
Front Runner Slimline II
Another bestselling roof rack in our range and the wider overlanding market is the Front Runner Slimline II.
As the name suggests, this roof rack kit provides the low profile and convenient design that’s a joy to drive with, a breeze to store, and a durable and useful addition to your wider off-road setup. But, don’t just take our word for it, here Well Rigged shares their thoughts on why the Slimline II is one of the very best roof rack designs around:
“The Slimline II’s rugged aluminium frame is the basis for, in my opinion, the most customisable 4×4 roof rack system on the market. You can easily change the size and layout of this rack according to your needs, and it will fit virtually any 4×4 thanks to Front Runner’s huge array of vehicle-specific mounts. The Front Runner Slimline II has been proven over countless overland journeys and faced some of the toughest terrains on earth.”
This roof rack can be accessorised with more than 55 Front Runner extras to create the load carrying area of your dreams. Browse our Front Runner Slimline II roof racks and optional extras to find the kit for your vehicle.
Front Runner Slimsport
The Front Runner Slimsport is another top-rated roof rack that’s primed for adventure. Designed and developed with activity-focused drivers in mind, this low-profile, configurable design may be a lower cost, more basic type of roof rack when compared to the Slimline II, but it still delivers the quality and durability off-road enthusiasts need to store up top with absolute ease. It’s also high-strength, easy to access and simple to install.
Check out our collection of Front Runner Slimsport roof rack kits for further information.
A final note for overlanders
It’s important to state that all the premium roof rack designs mentioned above are suitable for fitting roof tents, subject to the vehicle manufacturer’s roof loading limits. In all cases, additional brackets will be required to accommodate your chosen roof top tent.
For guidance and support regarding our range of roof racks and their capabilities, please get in touch with our team today.
