If you think you've noticed more Thule, Yakima, and Inno rooftop carriers on the road lately, you're not mistaken, Rooftop boxes, also known as "cargo carriers," are being discovered as an excellent option to keep your skis clean and secure — and to hold loads of extra (and wet!) gear!
Unlike a traditional ski rack, which has a single, dedicated use, a "ski box" serves you year-round as your camping box, golf box, hunting gear box, kid's soccer box — whatever your recreation mix, it'll cart your gear.
Rooftop cargo carriers mount to any factory rack or after-market roof crossbars. They have aerodynamic designs, many have dual-side openings, and they come in a variety of sizes. Some cargo boxes even allow room for mounting other racks, such as a bike rack, to your base rack. You'll want to be sure to select a ski box that's appropriate for the length of your skis, amount of gear, and the profile of your vehicle. We carry ski boxes for smaller vehicles, such as station wagons and small SUVs, and for mid-size to large SUVs. Talk to one of our rack specialists to find the roof box that works best for you.
Consider these benefits for the ski season:
- Carry your skis, poles, snowboards, helmets, extra clothing, emergency supplies, etc. in the ski box —
free up ride space (no more sitting on laps!) and stash the wet, messy gear outside of your vehicle.
- Keep your ski/snowboard gear free of road dirt, salt, and snow/ice build-up.
- Secure your gear locked and out-of-view in your ski box. In most models, the mounting hardware is not accessible when the box is locked to prevent tampering.
- Free yourself from worries about damage to the tensioning on your skis or damage to them from road debris.
Ski boxes are more expensive that ski/snowboard racks, but their versatility makes them a worthwhile investment. If economy is your priority, check out our excellent selection of affordable ski and snowboard racks. If you're starting from scratch and need a base rack as well as a ski/snowboard rack or box, FastTrackRacks has some unbeatable package deals this year, and shipping is free on select models.
We love to hear from our customers. What's in your cargo box?
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