Amazon Basics Rooftop Cargo Carrier Bag, Black, 425 litres

Product Information

Slimmer than many of the roof bags listed here but still offering 300 litres of storage, the Ranger 500 comes from the well-respected Thule brand. With an overall length of 190cm and width of 50cm it is better suited to carrying sports equipment like skis and snowboards, although it has a series of internal zips so you can secure smaller loads with ease. Good aerodynamic performance, available in compact 43” in length, full metal construction for added durability

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. This setup also ships with a handy cargo net for keeping contents safe, and while it works when fully loaded, we'd suggest using your own straps and bungee chords for added peace of mind. If you think I left any out that should be included or have a suggestion for a future article, let me know in the comments below. After weeks of swapping carriers, comparing data, and researching the field, the Institute whittled its list of the best rooftop cargo carriers down to these top six—one for almost every driver and vehicle on the road today.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. 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.” Size:83.5 x 34.5 x 14 inches (external) | Weight:59.3 pounds | Capacity:13 cubic-foot | Access: Dual | Load capacity: 165 pounds They take up a lot less than a car roof box as they can be folded and stored away without taking up much room. Size: 46 x 34 x 17 inches | Weight:6.6 pounds | Capacity:15 cubic-foot | Access: All-sides | Load capacity: Depends on vehicle

Value: The first thing we notice about roof bags is their value for money over roof boxes of an equivalent volume.The Fivklemnz rooftop cargo carrier has proven to be incredibly popular with consumers looking for extra storage space. It offers up to 15 cubic feet of additional storage space, enough room to carry four to six suitcases. The short answer is yes, with the obvious caveat that carrier safety is contingent on proper usage. Here are three key reminders: Cons: Thule products are trusted but pricey! Requires roof bars. You do get more wind noise and drag than a roof box but applies to most roof bags. Cargo carriers are getting better and more popular every year, but too many are difficult or unwieldy to mount, add too much weight or drag to the vehicle, or are impossible to access with convenience. So until we can perform our own evaluations of rooftop cargo carriers, we turned to the people we know and trust: the Good Housekeeping Institute. How GHI Tested Rooftop Cargo Carriers