![]() In addition, the ability to fold down the Switch when not in use is a massive benefit-when collapsed, it has a sleeker profile than any rack here. However, we haven’t experienced any extra road noise as a result, and the extra height is great news for snowboarders or vehicles with low crossbars (there’s more than ample clearance between the Küat and our rooftop to accommodate an upside-down board). from mounts to top, while the Switch is 6 in.), giving it a rather ungainly appearance. It sits much higher off the crossbars than most racks (the sleek Grip below measures 4½ in. The Switch 6’s tall, folding profile is one of its most defining features, and both a blessing and a curse. And unlike any other model here, the Switch rotates to lie flat when not in use, which both looks great and is a saving grace for aerodynamics and wind noise. ![]() Installation was painless and took us a grand total of 12 minutes from start to finish (we didn’t even open the instruction manual), and the rack is a breeze to operate with large, glove-friendly handles and sturdy yet smooth-operating locks. For just $249, the Switch is simple yet sleek, with high-end materials that offer a far better user experience than popular models like the Thule SnowPack ($330) or Yakima FatCat ($379). It’s odd to see a ski rack article topped by a name other than Yakima or Thule, but we’re whole-hearted fans of the Switch for a number of reasons. Widely known for their selection of premium bike racks, Küat recently dropped into the snow sports world with the Grip (below) and Switch here. What we don’t: Tall profile and doesn’t lock to crossbars. What we like: Great build quality for less than the competition folds down when not in use.
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