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Premium ski rack wide enough for the fattest powder skis (136mm+)
Last reviewed: March 2026
At a glance
Why this product
Same wide-clearance design as the FatCat EVO 6 but sized for 4 pairs of skis or 2 snowboards. At 12 lbs and a lower price, this is the right pick if you do not need the full 6-pair capacity. Glove-friendly button release, lockable. If your skis are under 136mm wide, the PowderHound or FreshTrack will save you money.
Detailed specs
| Max Skis | 4 |
| Max Snowboards | 2 |
| Glove-Friendly Operation | Yes |
| Sliding Feature | No |
| Button Release | Yes |
| Spring-Loaded Jaws | Yes |
| Carrier Weight | 12 lbs |
| Rubber Jaw Pads | Yes |
| Low Profile | No |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon US | Check price | Check availability | Check Price |
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Premium ski carrier for 4 pairs of skis or 2 snowboards. Aerodynamic, lockable, fits fat skis.
Price may vary. Prices and availability are subject to change.
Performance analysis
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Escape(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | good | Crossbars needed |
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Pilot(4th Gen) | 2023+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Santa Fe(5th Gen) | 2024+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage(5th Gen) | 2023+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | Crossbars needed |
| Corolla Cross(1st Gen) | 2022+ |
What the experts say
Hanna Leclair· Outdoor & Ski Editor
Hands-on testedCommunity feedback
Based on 876 reviews
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The FatCat EVO 4 justifies its premium price with one feature: width. At 136mm tip clearance, it handles the fattest powder skis without complaint. No other 4-pair rack can say that. The aerodynamic profile reduces noise compared to earlier FatCat generations. Tool-free mounting is quick.
Powder skiers with wide skis (120mm+), backcountry skiers with multiple fat ski pairs
Skiers with standard-width skis under 100mm — the PowderHound or FreshTrack cost less
If you ski on anything wider than all-mountain, the FatCat EVO is insurance against crushed tips. Worth the premium for serious powder skiers.
Tested on: 2024 Toyota 4Runner, 2023 Subaru Outback · 1 ski season
Based on 56 reviews
