Roof Rack Weight Load

[cnr1089]

Looking at a new QX56. We took a test dive yesterday and loved it (although couldn't tell the difference between the hydraulic stabilizer and without). Anyways, I looked at the cross bars and they said "max 100lbs." That seems mighty low, isn't it?

I think my current Thule is about 45 lbs on its own (that is a guess). Is there something I am missing?

Also, I think I saw a post about there not being many top carriers that will fit, is this true?

 

[gconradt]

I asked the same thing at the dealer when I bought my QX in May. I really debated even getting it since by the time I put my Thule on it I could barely put anything in it. They didn't back away from it, they basically said, "yeah, that's what it is spec'd for". Huge drawback in my opinion. I will either get a soft carrier or just put light bulky item in the Thule when camping or during long road trips.