Roof Carriers 101
How To Select a Roof Carrier
Choosing a roof top cargo carrier may seem like a daunting task –
with more than 20 carriers and 3 brands to choose from – but selecting
the right roof carrier for your travel needs and budget is actually a
piece of cake. Follow these easy steps and you’ll be on the road with
your new roof carrier in no time!
#1. Check the Roof Carrier Fit Guides
You can save yourself a lot of time and headaches if you check the
roof carrier Fit Guides to see which boxes are recommended for your
vehicle. Here are links to the Fit Guides:
Remember, you will need a roof base rack (including crossbars) to
mount a roof carrier. If you don’t already have a roof rack on your
vehicle (or you’re not sure if your factory rack will handle a roof
carrier) check out our
roof base rack section or call us at 866-403-8505.
#2. Decide on a Roof Carrier Size
Roof Carriers come in a wide range of sizes – from 8 cubic feet to
21 cubic feet. However, regardless of their size, most roof rack systems
will not support more than 125-150 pounds of gear. This means you
should ask yourself, “
What do I plan to carry?”
If you’ve got lots of big, bulky items (like sleeping bags) a larger
carrier will make sense. If you’ve got smaller, heavier items (like
travel suitcases) you might be alright with a small or medium sized
carrier. If you plan to carry skis or snowboards, check the length of
the carrier to ensure it will be long enough.