#Yakima skybox vs rocketbox pro#

Plenty of extra length at either end for my 195cm skis. I regulally store about 4 pairs of XC skis and skate poles up there all winter.

I've also replaced two hinges that failed (my box has seen a lot of use and it was the Thule rep's before I had it). The two pneumatic lift thingies that help lift the lid are now showing their age and don't help as much as they used to, but they still keep the lid propped open unless it is really cold out.

However, I've never had any issues, even when going over Beartooth Pass in 60+ mph winds (I was afraid that my bikes were going to rip off though). My Thule box seems to lack some of the additional internal bracing that the picture of the Yakima box shown above, which would probably add quite a bit of stiffness. After I determined which mounting holes to use for my vehicle, I filled the additional holes with a few blobs of silicone, to prevent water from entering when I was using the pressure sprayer at the carwash, etc. By Yakima Yakima SkyBox 12 Carbonite Cargo Box.

#Yakima skybox vs rocketbox pro#

The equivalent today might be the Atlantis 1600? Anyway, I've never had any problems with water entering at all, and I used to have to store sales samples in it, and none of the samples were ever wet or had water marks. The Yakima RocketBox Pro 11 is narrow so you can still use your crossbars for other accessories. This cargo box scored well across most of our tests and only had a few noticeable flaws. The locks, mounting hardware, bases and lid supports are the same on each SkyBox regardless of the finish on the lid.FWIW, I've had a Thule box for several years. The Yakima SkyBox 16 Carbonite holds its own with the top models, all while costing quite a bit less. That should mean it will fit 2012 to 2016 CR-Vs. The primary difference in the SkyBox PRO is in the high gloss automotive finish. The CR-V is poorly designed with fixed cross bar locations so it is a pain to fit any old cargo box. The boxes are all made of high quality durable ABS plastic. The Skybox PRO has two glossy color options: Onyx (black) and Titanium (dark gray). The Skybox Carbonite has a black dimpled surface resembling a golf ball. The original Skybox has slightly textured matte black finish. Q: How do I tell the difference between SkyBox Pro, SkyBox Carbonite and SkyBox?Ī: The only difference between the Skyboxes is the look of the lid and the price. Drilling holes to mount a box in some other way could compromise its design, not to mention, void the warranty. The mounting holes in all of the gear boxes are positioned to optimize durability and compatibility with appropriate crossbar spreads. Q: Can I drill new mounting holes in my gear box?Ī: This is not a good idea. Look in the Fit List or Fit My Car online to see if the SkyBox/RocketBox boxes are options in the list of accessories for your vehicle. We need to consider weight capacity, crossbar spread, hatch clearance and other factors to answer that. Look in the Fit List or Fit My Car online to see if the SkyBox/RocketBox boxes are options in the list of accessories for your vehicle.Ī: Different vehicles have different capacities. We have also redesigned the mounting hardware to fit a variety of different crossbar shapes. The Yakima SkyBox 16 Rooftop Cargo Box Y07335 that you referenced is compatible with the factory crossbars that Volkswagen offers and what you would have on your 2015 Golf Sportwagen. Malone Profile18B Rooftop Cargo Box - 18 cu ft - Black. Light weight is important because the lighter the box is, the more weight you can put into it because vehicles can only support so much weight on the roof.Ī: We have done extensive testing on factory racks to see which ones are strong enough to handle a luggage box. Yakima RocketBox Pro 14 Rooftop Cargo Box - 14 cu ft - Black (51) 602.49. We use ABS instead of fiberglass because it is lighter and less expensive, while still being really strong (=maximum value).