2018 Subaru Outback Soft Top Carrier

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Which rooftop soft carrier do you recommend for a 2018 Subaru Outback? Also do you have a video that shows how to install it.

asked by: Susan K

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There's a couple great options that will fit your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon. Both of these bags have higher capacities and are able to mount to rails that run front to back or mount inside the vehicle.

The Rightline Gear Sport 3 XL, part # RL100S30 mounts to your door jamb or to the factory roof rack through its hooks and features a few weather resisting improvements over other bags that you may find useful. Its zippers are sewn into the flap overhanging the sides of the bag, helping avoid water even making it into the bag. Beyond that, its a watertight, double sealed bag for added protection in wet conditions. It can also have its zippers locked using the slots in the zipper pulls. The Rightline Gear Sport 3XL offers 18 cubic feet of storage space.

The Gear Sport 2, part # RL100S20 offers a different feature more centered around being more aerodynamic. It only offers 15 cubic feet of storage, however is more aerodynamic than the other Gear Sport with its wedge shape.

I've included videos of both.

expert reply by: Jacob W

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Answer 1

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Answer 7

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