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On the roof of a Ford Focus IV (C519) ST-Line hatchback we fitted the Menabo Viking magnetic ski rack, for 2 pairs of skis and 4 poles. We did the fitting in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania.
In brief
- Car: Ford Focus IV (code C519), 5-door hatchback, ST-Line version from before the 2021 facelift.
- Fitted: the Menabo Viking ski rack, attached magnetically to the roof.
- Capacity: 2 pairs of skis plus 4 poles, maximum 12 kg; no snowboards.
- Compatibility: metal roof only, no sunroof, no panoramic roof and no ribbed surface.
About the car: Ford Focus IV (C519) hatchback
The Ford Focus IV, internal code C519, was presented for Europe and Asia on 10 April 2018 and was built for Europe from 2018 to November 2025. It sits on the Ford C2 platform, an evolution of the C1 platform used by earlier generations, and was available as a 5-door hatchback, a 5-door estate and a 4-door saloon. The facelift for the European market came in October 2021, so our fitting from September 2021 is on a pre-facelift Focus IV.
The Focus IV hatchback has a normal roof without roof rails, which makes it a good candidate for a magnetic ski rack: the Viking sits directly on the roof panel, without roof bars. The condition is that the roof is metal and smooth. If your Focus has a sunroof or a panoramic roof, choose a ski rack for roof bars.
What we fitted on this Focus IV
On this Focus we fitted the Menabo Viking ski rack with magnetic attachment. It fixes to the roof with a strong magnet and a rubber base that holds the rack firmly without scratching the paint. It takes 2 pairs of skis and 4 poles, has locks for both the rack and the equipment, and meets TÜV, ISO/PAS 11154:2006 and DIN 75302.
The loading area is 8 cm high, which is the maximum width of the skis at the fixing points, and the loading surface is 32 cm. The rack is made of plastic, weighs 4 kg and carries a maximum of 12 kg. The product page lists 0 snowboards, so the Viking is strictly a ski rack.
In the video below you will find a presentation of the Menabo Viking rack. Before each fitting, wipe the roof where you place the magnet, as we explain in the guide how to fit a magnetic ski rack in a few steps.
Video: Menabo Viking magnetic ski rack, presentation
Technical details and what to watch for
- Capacity: 2 pairs of skis and 4 poles, maximum 12 kg, which is on average 6 kg per pair including poles.
- Maximum ski width at the fixing point: 8 cm; loading surface: 32 cm.
- Rack weight: 4 kg; material: plastic, with a rubber base.
- Locks: yes, for both the rack and the skis.
- Do not fit on a non-metal roof, or one with a sunroof, a panoramic roof, ribs or uneven areas.
- The Menabo Viking fitting instructions and specifications are available on the product page.
- With skis on the roof the car becomes taller; keep this in mind when entering underground car parks and garages.
Instructions and documents
Frequently asked questions
Can a magnetic ski rack be fitted on a Ford Focus 4?
Yes. On a Ford Focus IV (C519) hatchback with a normal roof, without roof rails, we fitted the Menabo Viking magnetic rack directly on the roof. The condition is that the roof is metal, with no sunroof, no panoramic roof and no ribs.
How many pairs of skis does the Menabo Viking rack carry?
The Menabo Viking magnetic ski rack takes 2 pairs of skis plus 4 poles, with a maximum weight of 12 kg. The skis can be at most 8 cm wide at the fixing points.
Can I carry a snowboard on the Menabo Viking rack?
No. The product page for the Menabo Viking lists 0 snowboards, so it is a ski-only rack. For snowboards, choose another model from the range of ski & snowboard racks.
When can a magnetic ski rack not be used on a car?
A magnetic ski rack such as the Menabo Viking cannot be fitted if the car has a sunroof or a panoramic roof, if the roof is not metal, or if it has ribs or uneven areas. You will find more about fitting and use in the guide magnetic ski rack, fitting and use.
We are waiting for you in the showroom
Heading to the mountains with a Ford Focus and want your skis outside the cabin? We are waiting for you in our showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, RomaniaSee also the range of magnetic ski racks and all ski and snowboard racks. For questions, contact us through our contact page or at [email protected]. contact us through our contact page or at [email protected].
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Sources: Wikipedia - Ford Focus (fourth generation) · Wikipedia - Ford Focus (European facelift, October 2021) · SuportBicicleta.ro guide - How to fit a magnetic ski & snowboard rack in just a few steps · SuportBicicleta.ro guide - Magnetic ski & snowboard rack, fitting and use · product pages on suportbicicleta.ro
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