Getting your ski and snowboard kit to the slopes matters just as much as planning the route there. Winter marks the start of a new ski and snowboard season, and now is the right time to choose an efficient way to carry your skis and boards.

You probably know people who carry skis and boards inside the car, next to the passengers. This is a very dangerous way to travel and we do not recommend it. Why? Because equipment carried like this can injure the people in the car and other road users if there is an accident.

So what is the best solution? The answer is simple: a ski & snowboard rack that carries your skis and snowboards safely from home to the slopes.

Which rack should you choose? The one that best meets your needs. In this article we look at the Menabo White Bear ski & snowboard rack, which mounts on roof bars.

Menabo White Bear for roof bars: how do you fit it?

The Menabo White Bear 4 ski & snowboard rack mounts directly on your car's roof bars, so you need roof bars fitted to the car before you choose it.

The rack is held on the bars by U-bolts that wrap around each roof bar from the outside. The U-bolts must match the size of your bars: the White Bear fits roof bars with a profile of up to 60 x 32 mm.

The rack is usually fitted close to the ends of the roof bars, which gives you quick access to your equipment. You can also mount the White Bear in the centre of the roof if you prefer the look.

Once the rack is fitted, check that it sits firmly and does not move on the bars. Then open it with the key supplied to reach the 37 cm loading area, place your skis or snowboards inside, close the rack and lock it with the key.

How much does the White Bear ski & snowboard rack carry?

The Menabo White Bear 4 carries up to 4 pairs of skis or 2 standard-size snowboards. It is made from aluminium treated to withstand the weather, and the loading area has rubber-lined holders that will not scratch or damage your equipment.

The White Bear has an anti-theft lock for the equipment you carry, operated by the key in the box. When you stop on the way to the mountains, you can relax knowing your skis or snowboards stay safe on the rack.

Why choose the Menabo White Bear ski & snowboard rack?

The White Bear is a simple, versatile rack that is easy to fit on your roof bars, and fitting it takes little time. Its capacity is well balanced, because you can take both skis and snowboards to the mountains.

After use, the White Bear is easy to store because it is compact and takes up little space. The lock keeps your skis or snowboards safe, and the Menabo White Bear is TÜV tested for use on European roads.

If you need advice on choosing the right ski or snowboard rack, get in touch with the SuportBicicleta.ro team and we will gladly help.