New textured lid – the next evolution of the SkyBox series. Dimpled like a golf ball for better aerodynamics. Versatile, yet sleek and aerodynamically designed to reduce drag and wind noise. Get your friends in the car and your gear into a SkyBox. Internal lid stiffeners add rigidity while the SuperLatchensures security. Quick-release mounting hardware fits most crossbars.

Features

No assembly required

Sleek aerodynamic Carbonite textured lid

Tool-free installation/removal from vehicle

Fits Yakima round, square, factory, and aerodynamic bars

Designed with internal lid stiffeners for durability and easy open and close

SuperLatch security ensures your lid is secure to its base, and your gear is safe

Dual-sided opening for easy access on either side of your vehicle

Tapered design reduces hatch interference

SKS Locks included

Hauls gear for up to 5 campers; fits snowboards and skis up to 215cm

Specifications

Cubic Volume: 18 cu ft

Length: 92 in

Width: 36 in

Height: 18 in

Crossbar Spread: 24 -42 in

Weight: 62 lbs

Weight Capacity: 165 lbs

Locking System: SKS Locks included

Materials: Made in the USA with up to 80% recycled material

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Features

• Easy one-person loading
• Fits all hull shapes
• Protects the kayak hull
• Easily load and unload the kayak with the pivoting felt-lined rear saddles that help glide and center a kayak onto the vehicle
• Two independent pivoting saddles with angle-setting lever conforms to limitless range of hull shapes
• Protects the hull with large, flexible, cushioned pads
• Quickly secure the kayak using the center load straps with car-protective buckle bumpers and QuickDraw bow and stern tie-downs
• Fits a variety of Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks due to T-Track and FlipFit brackets
• Accommodates kayaks up to 36 in/90 cm wide and 75 lbs/35 kg

Specifications

Weight: 6.8 Lbs

Load Capacity: 75 Lbs

Dimensions: 5 x 5.5 x 8 in

Lenght of Straps: 2 x 15 ft

One Key System compatible

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Features

• Can carry a variety of hull shapes as well as SUPs with two independent pivoting saddles with angle-setting lever
• Protects the hull with large, flexible, cushioned pads
• Easily secure the kayak or SUP using the center load straps with car-protective buckle bumpers and QuickDraw bow and stern tie-downs
• Fits a variety of Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks due to T-Track and FlipFit brackets
• Accommodates kayaks and SUPs up to 36 in/90 cm wide and 85 lbs/40 kg

Specifications

Weight: 6.8 Lbs

Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 8 in

Length of Straps: 2 x 15 feet

Load Capacity: 85 lbs

One Key System compatible

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The Thule Canyon XT Cargo Basket gives you additional storage space while still allowing gear to be easily accessible. With its robust, tubular steel design, it is ideal for hauling gear of all shapes and sizes.

Robust yet stylish roof basket for gear of all shapes and sizes. Versatile mounting hardware fits a broad range of vehicles and includes T-track mounting option. Cargo baskets can be a game changer for storage space on your adventures. Cargo baskets are lightweight, relatively easy to install and provide an option for additional space to store your cargo when the trunk fills up and you need more room for travel essentials.

Please remember to tie down your equipment securely.

Features

• Low-profile design
• T-track to extend use
• Possibility to extend
• Tapered side walls for easier loading and unloading
• Get a smooth airflow over your cargo with the included wind fairing

Specifications

Cubic Volume: NA

Dimensions: 50.25 x 41 x 6 in

Internal Dimensions: 41 x 39 x 5 in

Maximum Bar Spread: 37 in

Weight: 29 lbs

Weight Capacity: 150 lbs

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The Kayak Carrier is a vertical kayak carrier that offers an optimal way to carry multiple kayaks at the same time with the smallest investment in hardware. Featuring two stacker assembly supports and attachment straps that run between the supports to the roof rack, the Stacker Rooftop Kayak Carrier transports up two kayaks with a single carrier, and a total maximum total of four with an additional carrier hardware.

Features include: Stacker support folding ability when not in use, compatibility with Thule rack systems, round bars and most factory racks, and quick tool-free installation.

Features

• Carries up to 4 kayaks and requires 1 to 2 people to load and unload them
• Accommodates kayaks up to 36″ wide and weighing 75 lbs
• Optimally sized carrier leaves roof space for other Thule accessories
• Fast installation and removal, thanks to quick on/off hardware
• Fold-down steel design with non-scratch outer coating

Works best with bar pads

Specifications

Weight: 7.1 Lbs

Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 20 in

Load Capacity: 75 lbs

Requires Thule rack systems crossbars, round bars, or factory racks

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Features

Easy loading, thanks to durable gunwales with ramped sides

Cushioned weather-resistant base padding protects canoe during transit

Strong, durable load straps with buckle bumpers protect car and canoe from scratches

Easy to secure canoe during transport, thanks to ratcheting Quick Draw tie-downs with carabineer

Specifications

Weight: 4.2 lbs

Dimensions: 2.3 X 3.5 X 6 in

Maximum Load: 100 lbs

Length of straps 2 X 15ft

Rubber cover for strap buckle

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This robust cargo box fits almost every car and every lifestyle. It’s perfect for daily use thanks to its tough AeroSkin surface texture and the LockKnob that makes it easy to open and close the box. Thule Force XT Cargo Roof Box – XXL 22 Cubic Feet is designed to carry loads of all sizes and shapes – easily and securely.

Features

• 22 cu ft carrying capacity for skis of max 215 cm
• Maximum space efficiency
• Easy to mount with the PowerClick quick-mount system
• Generous load capacity
• Comfortable to open and close thanks to the LockKnob that also helps to prevent damage to the Thule Comfort Key
• DualSide opening provides easy access to all areas of the box, from either side of the vehicle
• Full trunk access with minimal risk of contact with the cargo box, thanks to its forward position on the vehicle roof
• Fits 5-7 pairs of skis or 3-5 snowboards

Specifications

Cubic Volume: 22 cu ft

Length: 90.5 in

Width: 35.5 in

Internal Dimensions: 85.5 x 31 x 16.75 in

Height off Crossbar: 17.5 in

Weight: 52 lbs

Weight Capacity: 165 lbs

Locking System: Central Lock

Materials: AeroSkin

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This robust cargo box fits almost every car and every lifestyle. It’s perfect for daily use thanks to its tough AeroSkin surface texture and the LockKnob that makes it easy to open and close the box. Thule Force XT is designed to carry loads of all sizes and shapes – easily and securely.

Features

• 18 cu ft carrying capacity for skis of max 195 cm
• Maximum space efficiency
• Easy to mount with the PowerClick quick-mount system
• Generous load capacity
• Comfortable to open and close thanks to the LockKnob that also helps to prevent damage to the Thule Comfort Key
• DualSide opening provides easy access to all areas of the box, from either side of the vehicle
• Full trunk access with minimal risk of contact with the cargo box, thanks to its forward position on the vehicle roof
• Fits 5-7 pairs of skis or 3-5 snowboards

Specifications

Cubic Volume: 18 cu ft

Length: 82.75 in

Width: 33.75 in

Internal Dimensions: 77.5 x 29.5 x 15.25 in

Height off Crossbar: 16.1 in

Weight: 47 lbs

Weight Capacity: 165 lbs

Locking System: Central Lock

Materials: AeroSkin

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This robust cargo box fits almost every car and every lifestyle. It’s perfect for daily use thanks to its tough AeroSkin surface texture and the LockKnob that makes it easy to open and close the box. Thule Force XT is designed to carry loads of all sizes and shapes – easily and securely.

Features

• 11 cu ft carrying capacity for skis of max 175 cm
• Maximum space efficiency
• Easy to mount with the PowerClick quick-mount system
• Generous load capacity
• Comfortable to open and close thanks to the LockKnob that also helps to prevent damage to the Thule Comfort Key
• DualSide opening provides easy access to all areas of the box, from either side of the vehicle
• Full trunk access with minimal risk of contact with the cargo box, thanks to its forward position on the vehicle roof
• Fits 3-5 pairs of skis or 3-4 snowboards

Specifications

Cubic Volume: 11 cu ft

Length: 74.75 in

Width: 24.75 in

Internal Dimensions: 70.5 x 20.5 x 14.75 in

Height off Crossbar: 15.6 in

Weight: 32 lbs

Weight Capacity: 165 lbs

Locking System: Central Lock

Materials: AeroSkin

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Features

Quickly raise or fold when not in use using the convenient front release handle

Easily manage load straps while strapping down the kayak using the integrated StrapCatch

Kayaks are protected during transit due to the durable and soft rubber padding

Theft resistant design keeps carrier securely attached to load bars (locks included)

Easy to install directly into the Thule WingBar Evo or AeroBlade T-track, or around Thule SquareBar* via the integrated, tool-free mounting hardware (*SquareBar requires an adapter)

Specifications

Dimensions: 8 x 18 x 17.5 in

Weight: 15.2 lbs

Weight Capacity: 75 lbs

Locking System: One Key System compatible

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