Car top Carrier
#1
Lexus Test Driver
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Car top Carrier
Im looking for a top carrier to put on the roof racks for some extra space at times--what have you got that seems to work well for the GX
#2
There is another thread on here about this, but for conversation sake, I use the Thule Atlantis 1800 in silver. Looks cool
http://www.thuleracks.com/product.as..._id=11&sku=687
http://www.thuleracks.com/product.as..._id=11&sku=687
#3
Let me give this picture thing a try... Not a great photo but you get the idea. And yes those are fishing rods in a rod holder mounted on the other side of the cargo box.
Last edited by cssnms; 12-20-08 at 09:41 AM.
#4
#7
hkochat appears to have the Thule Ascent 1600. It could be the 1800, but from the picture it does not appear long enough. Here's a link to all of the measurements and capacities.
http://www.thuleracks.com/box_comparison.asp
Something to consider when looking at the cargo tops is; will it fit a full-size suitcase? A lot of the lower profile/aerodynamic cases are not tall or wide enough to hold very large suitcases. Many of the systems are designed more for skis and snowboards, so they are very low profile. I guess it all depends on what your needs are. That is what I like about the model Thule that I have, it's still aerodynamic and it will fit 2 large full-size suitcases and there is room for a smaller bag up front. I am not sure that is the case with the lower profile versions from Yakima or Thule. I would recommend visiting a store that stocks them like LL Bean, Dicks or just about any ski shop to see what fits your needs best.
http://www.thuleracks.com/box_comparison.asp
Something to consider when looking at the cargo tops is; will it fit a full-size suitcase? A lot of the lower profile/aerodynamic cases are not tall or wide enough to hold very large suitcases. Many of the systems are designed more for skis and snowboards, so they are very low profile. I guess it all depends on what your needs are. That is what I like about the model Thule that I have, it's still aerodynamic and it will fit 2 large full-size suitcases and there is room for a smaller bag up front. I am not sure that is the case with the lower profile versions from Yakima or Thule. I would recommend visiting a store that stocks them like LL Bean, Dicks or just about any ski shop to see what fits your needs best.
Last edited by cssnms; 01-12-09 at 06:50 AM.
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#8
I also have Thule Atlantis 1800. Last trip, I had 4 pairs of skis/boots/poles and one large duffle bag. That's about as much as I as you can put in it - not much more will fit and that's close to the limit of 110 lbs. The box is 18 cubic feet. I had 4 adults and 3 young kids in the GX. I was surprised with the amount of stuff that can still fit behind the 3rd row when it's up. I had another large duffle bag wedged in behind the 3rd row and a lot of other misc junk back there.
#9
Lexus Test Driver
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I also have Thule Atlantis 1800. Last trip, I had 4 pairs of skis/boots/poles and one large duffle bag. That's about as much as I as you can put in it - not much more will fit and that's close to the limit of 110 lbs. The box is 18 cubic feet. I had 4 adults and 3 young kids in the GX. I was surprised with the amount of stuff that can still fit behind the 3rd row when it's up. I had another large duffle bag wedged in behind the 3rd row and a lot of other misc junk back there.
Now thats a GX470 load right there
#12
Mine shown above is "Thule Spirit 1600" not "Thule Ascent 1600” speculated by another member. Sorry for the slight delay in my response. I was out of town. The size of the roof top carrier is perfectly suitable for my roof-rack. It sits perfectly in between the front sunroof deflector and a shark antenna I have on my rear spoiler.
#14
Just bringing this thread back from the dead so folks have another example. Picked up a new cargo carrrier the other day.
Yakima Skybox Pro 21
21 cubic feet (92” x 36” x 18”)
http://www.yakima.com/shop/cargo/sky...ox-pro-21-onyx
Yakima Skybox Pro 21
21 cubic feet (92” x 36” x 18”)
http://www.yakima.com/shop/cargo/sky...ox-pro-21-onyx