Recommended Rooftop Cargo Carrier Options for 2014 Nissan Altima  

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Rooftop cargo carrier options for your 2014 Nissan Altima suitable to transport smaller lightweight items like skim boards and camping chairs include soft fabric bags like the Rightline # RL100S30 that can mount directly to a bare roof, as well as metal basket and plastic box type carriers. These types do require that you have a roof rack on the car to which the basket or box can mount. So, if it happens that your items can fit inside the 48 x 40 x 19 Rightline bag, then you have an easy-to-use and very cost effective option. All you'd need to add is the anti-skid pad # RL100650. Please have a look at the linked video for more on the Rightline bag.

The Advantage Rooftop Cargo Carrier Bag # HE3021 that you referenced requires a roof rack and/or cargo basket for it to mount properly. It will not work on a bare roof.

If you prefer to not have to reach up to the roof for loading and unloading you could instead install a light-duty Class I hitch like # 24796 and with it use a cargo basket such as # C18145. This set-up gives you a higher total weight-carrying capacity than a roof-mount option and also lets you use other hitch-mount accessories like a Class I bike rack. Also, there will be less chance of reduced fuel economy by using a hitch-mount carrier that stays out of the wind more than a roof mount solution.

For either option its a good idea to check your owner's manual for the Altima's roof and tongue weight ratings to ensure your items do not exceed its capacity.

expert reply by: Adam R

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