![]() ![]() Use the muscle of this tough rack made from high tensile tubing to be strong enough to carry all your gear. Designed to deliver exceptional stability, versatility and ease of installation, this is hands down what the doctor ordered for your short or long road trip. This cargo box provides similar features but at a slightly better price point than the Hyper XL.įor more information, check out our reviews of these two alternatives to the Thule Hyper XL below.When heading out on a camping trip, backcountry excursion, or anywhere in between, outfit your prized possession with a stylish and rugged roof rack that will let you take everything you need for whatever the adventure calls for. If the price is a concern, you can always consider the Yakima SkyBox. It features Thule's SlideLock mechanism that provides seperate locking and opening functions combined with most of the benefits of the Hyper XL. If the possibility of the key breaking off in the lock is a big enough concern to keep looking, then have a look at the Thule Motion XT cargo box. Some users have reported difficulty in securing the lever clamp unless when the thumbwheels have not been set properly. There is no need to adjust or remove the thumbwheels for removal.ĭespite installation being quite straight forward, the Yakima’s installation system does not match Thule’s one-click install hardware. To remove simply raise the clamps and remove from crossbars. If it does, open the box and tighten levers to secure it. ![]() ![]() After installation, the box should not slide on the bars. The last step is to tighten the thumb wheels and engage the lever clamps. You can now position the cargo box on your roof rack cross bars and slide it backward so the clamps engage the load bars. ![]() To install, simply open the lid, release the clamps and loosen the thumb wheels. The Skybox 21 offers quick tool free installation and removal from your vehicle. Tip: Keep your locks working smoothly by lubricating them with graphite or other dry lubricant Basic installation You’ll also never lock your keys in the box since the keys won’t release unless the lid is properly closed. It uses SKS lock cores so you can use one set of keys for multiple Yakima products, something that is highly recommended. The metal Superlatch provides for easy opening and secure closing. In this configuration you might be forced to open the lid from one side only, but you can at least choose which side that is. And with so much gear loaded up top, getting to it from both sides is invaluable.Īnother scenario where this feature becomes quite useful is where you have a bike rack installed in addition to the roof box. It allows access from either side of the vehicle. Thule DualSide opening Dual-sided openingĭual-sided opening is a must have feature for a cargo box this size. Tip: Check our hatch clearance guide here to see if this box is suitable for your vehicle The tapered design of the rear does make for easier hatch clearance. You will require a minimum and maximum crossbar spreads of between 24” – 42” to install it safely. That’s a significant difference!īeing so large, the Yakima Skybox 21 is not suitable for smaller cars. Especially considering that its rival, the Thule Force XXL is a similar size but has a load capacity of 110lbs. This max load figure must be the biggest drawback of this cargo box. This number is according to the manufacturer, but some retailers are quoting a load limit of 75lbs. Overview of featuresĪs the name suggests, the Skybox 21 offers 21 cu. The Skybox 21 comes fully assembled and ships with everything you need to install it is already in place. ![]()
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