![]() That way, you are prevented from removing the key and driving off with an unlocked box. The SuperLatch prevents you from removing the key from the lock unless all 3 internal latches are engaged. The SkyBox has SuperLatch security latches on both sides to ensure that the lid is completely closed. The extra-stiff lid also helps reduce road noise and vibration, and it guards against dents and scratches when the box is in storage. Its fortified lid has an easy-access edge and spring-loaded hinges that allow for smooth, one-handed operation. ![]() Whether you mount it closer to the driver’s side or passenger’s side of your car, this dual-side opening lets you easily access your cargo. It also has a tool-free installation feature which is always a plus for us. The SkyBox has a hook and clamp mounting system which allows it to be fitted to most roof rack bar shapes. This makes it possible to install, or remove, without needing the assistance of an extra set of hands. Whilst the box appears massive and therefore heavy, it is surprisingly light, weighing just 16 kilos. It looks cool and it evidently helps reduce wind drag and air noise. Anyways, our SkyBox features a ‘carbonite’ textured lid, which is quite similar to the dimples on a golf ball. The largest model (SkyBox 21) fits an insane 595 litre capacity! I’ve lived in apartments with less space than that. This makes it kind of scary to think that our size ‘16’ Box is in fact the second smallest in the range. It looks pretty massive and it’s crazy how much gear we’ve been managing to carry around in it. Offered 4 different sizes, the model we’ve been using is a SkyBox 16 which has a capacity of 453 litres. Yakima have named their cargo carrier ‘SkyBox’ which sounds pretty badass and they also look hella sweet, sleek and aerodynamic too we reckon. And, if you can take a heap of extra stuff without having to wedge it all into your car, and instead carry it on the roof ‘out of sight and out of mind’ then that is even better! If you can take more stuff when you head off on a MTB trip, or go racing for a weekend, you’d be silly not too. However, having now used one for the past few months, I’ve totally changed my tune on roof mounted cargo boxes. Right? For this reason I wasn’t exactly jumping out of my skin with excitement when we were offered one to test. Like, if you can’t fit your gear inside your car then pack less, or, get a bigger bloody car. ![]() ![]() I’d never really seen the point of those big cargo storage boxes that outdoorsy types drive around bolted to the roofs of their cars. ![]()
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