Roof Cargo Box for 200cm Skis that Will Fit Vortex Aero Crossbars
Question:
I am trying to understand which roof boxes will fit the Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars? I bought the Rhino-Rack Aero Crossbars based on the recommendations from your site but am having a hard time understanding which roof boxes will fit the best. I am looking for a roof box that is somewhat low profile and can fit skis up to 200cm.
asked by: Victoria F
Expert Reply:
Rhino-Rack Vortex roof rack crossbars are the aero-style which have an oval or elliptical "wing-like" shape. This bar shape is popular and most cargo boxes are designed to fit these bars along with most other shapes.
For instance, the Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box # TH629906 fits aero and other bar shapes and has the interior space you need for your 200cm skis. The Motion XT can handle as many as 7 pairs of skis as long as 215cm so it will work great for you. Please have a look at the include video on this cargo box. The included diagram shows all compatible bar shapes and includes details about the fit on a vehicle with a rear hatch.
The Yakima SkyBox NX 16 carrier # Y95AV you referenced is not long enough for your skis.
I recommend considering a simple inexpensive accessory step # CAM43676 to make it easier to load and unload the box. This lightweight folding step comes fully assembled; it pops open when needed to instantly give you almost a foot of extra reach.
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Camco Adjustable Height Platform Step - Aluminum - 19" Long x 14-1/2" Wide - 1,000 lbs
- Step Stools
- Folding Step
- Adjustable Height
- 9 Inch Lift
- Aluminum
- 1000 lbs
- 14-1/2 Inch Wide
- 19 Inch Long
- Silver
- Camco
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Thule Motion XT Rooftop Cargo Box - 22 cu ft - Black Glossy
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Extra Long Length
- High Profile
- Extra Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Yakima SkyBox NX 16 Rooftop Cargo Box - 16 cu ft - Black Nano-Texture
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Medium Length
- Medium Profile
- Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Yakima
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