Amazon Basics Rooftop Cargo Carrier Bag, Black, 425 litres

Product Information

Any carrier you put on your roof will add wind resistance to your vehicle and reduce fuel economy. The farther you travel with your carrier, the more significant the impact on your gas tank. A low-profile rooftop cargo carrier designed for aerodynamics can reduce drag and minimize gas-mileage loss. Sizes:88.5 x 25.5 x 12.5 inches | Weight:30 pounds | Capacity:11 cubic-foot | Access: Passenger side | Load capacity: 110 pounds Customers are impressed with this storage bag’s capacity and weather resistance. Several people mention long road trips through harsh weather conditions.

Open/close mechanism: The access on box carriers can be one-sided, dual-sided or rear. Dual-sided is the most versatile, allowing the box to be opened from either the driver or passenger side of the vehicle. This might be helpful for city dwellers who park on the street. One-sided and rear access is the norm on budget models. First, the roof rails of your car have a weight limit that is usually found in the owner’s manual, often 100 pounds/45KG. Secondly, the weight of the load impacts car maneuverability when cornering and if the load is too heavy or unbalanced, it can lead to accidents. This is why you need to ensure that the weight of your load does not exceed the maximum allowed weight on the roof of your car. You can find cheaper and bigger roof boxes, but we're not sure there's a more versatile, user-friendly choice, whatever your load needs or type of vehicle. Sizes:92 x 36 x 18 inches | Weight:62 pounds | Capacity:21 cubic-foot | Access: Dual | Load capacity: Depends on vehicleSome customers find the Fivklemnz isn’t adequately waterproofed, which leads to soaked belongings. It’s hard to know if these reviewers received defective products or if the waterproofing didn’t work because the bag wasn’t properly secured. If you find your vehicle’s current carry capacity limited and want to expand by a few cubic feet, then a rooftop cargo carrier can be worth the investment, depending on the price from the retailer.

Open/close mechanism. The access on box carriers can be one-sided, dual-sided, or rear. Dual-sided is the most versatile, allowing access from either side of the vehicle. One-sided or rear access is the norm on budget carriers. Most cargo bags will feature a zipper that opens to three sides. For better water repellency, look for a bag with a rain flap that covers a sturdy zipper. Another reason for the high marks from owners is protection from the elements. The RoofPax rooftop cargo carrier is outfitted with double waterproof closing zippers, waterproof dual seam technology, and water-repellant double coating.

If you don't have the space to store a full-size, hard-sided roof box, this practical, collapsible bag design will fold flat enough to be stored under a bed. With 15 cubic-feet of space, you'll be able to stuff it with an impressive amount of gear, and thanks to the IPX5 water jet-tested rubberized fabric and urethane coated zippers, it will keep out all but the very worst weather. The aerodynamic shape is a welcome point of difference to the boxy competition, and will keep noise to a minimum. Roof bags are generally a less costly option than a roof box and you will find ones for all budgets.

A roof cargo box adds storage space and functionality to your vehicle. Typically, these are useful if you’re taking your car on a vacation and need extra space for luggage. A rooftop carrier may come in handy for large groups or families so there’s enough room for all passengers and their luggage. Can you put a cargo box on a roof basket? The straps provided are utterly useless. I resorted to heavy-duty bungee cords, and everything stayed put. I’ll use it again but with bungee cords. The straps don’t stay tight, and the ends don’t stay put. You have to pull over and retighten and retie everything every 50 miles.” We've got hands-on experience with many roof boxes this year, but the one we want on our car is the Thule Motion XT. It's a premium design built incredibly well, features a no-nonsense installation system that all brands should adopt and has masses of usable storage space.Size:77 x 36 x 17 inches | Weight:42 pounds | Capacity:16 cubic-foot | Access: Dual side| Load capacity: 165 pounds