Whether you've got a family camping trip planned this summer or you're looking to hit the slopes with friends this winder, the issue of vehicle storage always comes up. There are too many people and gear, not enough space. Especially if you own a small vehicle. In this article, I will walk you through the details of the types of storage expansion options we carry, and what you can expect from each.
Cargo Boxes
Cargo boxes come in various sizes and styles for any vehicle. These boxes are durable, secure and install on an existing roof rack system to let you store your cargo safely on the top of your vehicle.
The Yakima SkyBox 18 Carbonite Cargo Box secures to the top of your vehicle to provide 18 cubic feet of additional storage. This box is ideal for hauling cargo for up to 4 people and it is great for snowboards and skis up to 215 cm in length. Its sleek aerodynamic design reduces drag to make your ride smooth, and most importantly, it frees up room inside your vehicle to make your adventures more comfortable.
Yakima boxes come in various sizes and styles. Here are some available options to choose from.
- Yakima RocketBox Pro 11 Cargo Box
- Great for hauling cargo for up to two campers
- Great for snowboards and skis up to 210 cm
- SKS Lock Cores ensure your cargo is secure
- Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Cargo Box
- Perfect for hauling cargo for up to three campers
- Dual-side opening for easy access
- Forward mounting improves hatch clearance
- Yakima SkyBox 16 Carbonite Cargo Box
- Provides up to 16 cubic feet of storage space
- Perfect for hauling gear for up to three campers
- Great for snowboards and skis up to 180 cm
- Yakima SkyBox 18 Carbonite Cargo Box
- Perfect for hauling cargo for up to four campers
- Great for snowboards and skis up to 215 cm
- Provides up to 18 cubic feet of storage
- Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Carbonite Cargo Box
- Perfect for hauling gear for up to five campers
- Great for snowboards and skis up to 125 cm
- Side opening for easy access on either side of your vehicle
Cargo Baskets
Cargo baskets, such as the Yakima Loadwarrior, can help secure and transport items on that you can't fit in your vehicle. The open air platform provides extra cargo space on the top of your car to secure larger items, and there are a wide range of products that can be added to help further secure the cargo..
Cargo Nets, like the Thule Stretch Cargo Net can be used to cover and secure your cargo inside a cargo basket. Most cargo nets are made of a mesh that stretches and conforms to your load.
There are various sizes and styles of cargo baskets to choose from, depending on personal preference and need. Here is a list of a few we carry.
- Thule Canyon Cargo Basket
- Tapered side walls make loading and unloading easy
- Wind fairing shape increases aerodynamics and reduces drag
- Built for style
- Thule Trail Large Cargo Basket
- Flat cargo area for easy loading and unloading
- Integrated front and rear t-track channels for mounting additional rack accessories such as lights
- Upper load surface is covered with rubber to provide extra grip for longer loads
- Thule Trail Medium Cargo Basket
- Flat cargo area for easy loading and unloading
- Integrated front and rear t-track channels for mounting additional rack accessories such as lights
- Eight adjustable tie-down loops included for securing loads
- Yakima LoadWarrior Cargo Basket
- Adds cargo space to the top of your vehicle
- Open air platform allows easy access to tie-down materials
- Accessory bars act as crossbars form gear specific racks and provides added security
- Yakima MegaWarrior Cargo Basket
- Larger version of the LoadWarrior
- Accommodates most Yakima gear and mounts
- Best for larger trucks and SUVs
Cargo Bags
Cargo bags are durable and water-resistant to provide additional cargo space on top of your vehicle. These products provide a great deal of space when needed and can be easily folded and stored. Here is a list of cargo bags we carry.
- Thule Interstate Cargo Bag
- Provides up to 16 cubic feet of additional storage
- Twin compression straps ensure cargo is safely secured
- IP-X3 test certified for water resistance
- Thule Outbound Cargo Bag
- Provides up to 13 cubic feet of cargo space
- Twin compression straps ensure cargo is safely secured
- IP-X2 test certified for water resistance
Ski & Snowboard Mounts
For anyone planning on hitting the slopes this winter, a proper ski or snowboard mount is ideal, and it's always good to think ahead. There are various styles and sizes that are designed to protect and secure your skis, boards and vehicle during transportation. Check out the wide range of high quality ski and snowboard carriers we stock and start planning for the future.
- Thule Snowcat Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Telescoping arms change to the width of your vehicle for a perfect fit
- Rubber coated arms protect skis and boards from being scratched
- Fits up to 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards
- Thule Tram Ski & Snowboard Carrier
- Transforms an existing bike carrier into a winter ski and snowboard carrier for your vehicle
- Hold skis and snowboards securely with rubber padded arms
- Locks skis and snowboards into carrier with 2 Thule One-Key lock cylinders
- Thule Universal Flat Top Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Ultra-soft rubber arms hold skis and snowboards securely
- Holds up to 4 pairs of fat skis or 2 snowboards
- Oversized push button for easy access, even with gloves
- Thule Universal Pull Top Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Skis and boards slide from top of roof to side with telescoping arms
- Ultra-soft rubber arms grip and secure skis without scratching surfaces
- Fits up to 6 pairs of fat skis or 4 snowboards
- Thule Universal Snowboard Carrier
- Safely and securely transport up to 2 snowboards
- Angled design prevents binding and vehicle contact
- Lock arms grip and secure boards without scratching surface
- Yakima Big PowderHound Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Holds up to 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards
- One-button access for easy loading and unloading, even with gloves
- SKS LOCK CORES included for full security
- Yakima FatCat 4 Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Holds up to 4 pairs of skis or 2 snowboards
- DoubleJoint hinge system lets you mount modern fat skis and boards
- Includes SKS LOCK CORES for full security
- Yakima FatCat 6 Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Holds up to 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards
- DoubleJoint hinge system lets you mount modern fat skis and boards
- Includes SKS LOCK CORES for full security
- Yakima HitchSki Ski & Snowboard Hitch Rack
- Converts hitch rack into ski carrier
- Upper arms adjust to 2 positions and lower arms are adjustable to accommodate various ski and board sizes
- Caries up to 6 pairs of skis or 4 snowboards
- Yakima PowderHound Ski & Snowboard Mount
- Holds up to 4 pairs of skis or 2 snowboards
- SKS LOCK CORES included for full security
- One-button access makes loading and unloading easy, even with gloves
If these options aren't quite cutting it for what you need, or you want to explore other options, check out our article, Choosing the Right Roof Rack System, for another method of cargo transport.
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