Roof Basket Buying Guide

Increases Your Travel Storage Capacity

Roof Basket gives you a whole new level of storage up top to work with, maximizing your vehicle’s carrying capacity. You won’t have to sacrifice any essentials or luxuries just because of limited space. No more cramming your trunk and blocking your rear window — or worse — having to form a two-car caravan, which is less fun and costs you twice as much on gas.

It makes it easy to bring along extra luggage and duffle bags. There’s also room for camping equipment — think tents, coolers or camp chairs. Even long or bulky items, like strollers or golf clubs, can be secured in the basket.

Frees Up Your Vehicle’s Interior

Relocating luggage to Roof Basket instantly opens up valuable interior space — and a clutter-free vehicle is a more functional vehicle. You won’t need to precariously stack cargo in the back or fold down seats, ensuring everyone fits comfortably.

Passengers can stretch out without bulky bags awkwardly under their feet or on their laps. And with all that legroom, you’ll have plenty of space for an on-the-road snack bag or room for kids to enjoy back seat activities, like sticker books or coloring. An added bonus? You can store dirty or potentially stinky cargo up top, keeping unpleasant odors and messes out of the car.

Provides Easy Access to Your Gear

One of the advantages of Roof Basket is that it’s open at the top for quick access to your luggage and equipment, making it perfect for road trippers who frequently load and unload gear.

You can grab or stow items from any angle, unlike a closed cargo box which is often more difficult to work with since they typically only open from one side, which forces you to really think about how and where you park your vehicle. Even carriers with dual-sided openings still require you to unlatch and lift a heavy lid, often with an awkward reach, before you can begin loading and unloading.

Roof Basket’s open design also means you’re not limited by the rigid dimensions of a cargo box, making it the most versatile choice in cargo management. You can easily strap down bulky or oddly-shaped items that often don’t fit in a hard-shell carrier.

Works With a Wide Range of Vehicles

Your packing list changes with every trip, every season and every new person you take with you.  That’s why Roof Basket is available in two different size options, Large and XL, ensuring an ideal fit for a wide range of vehicles. Whether you’re packing for a quick weekend getaway or a long road trip, you can choose the size option that best suits your needs and your vehicle.

Size Option #1: Roof Basket Large

This size works great with small cars, like the Toyota Corolla, and compact SUVs like the Ford Escape, Toyota RAV-4 and Honda CR-V. It measures 50.1" long and 40.2" wide.

Size Option #2: Roof Basket XL

This size is wider than Roof Basket Large; it’s best fit for larger vehicles like the Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition or Cadillac Escalade. It measures 50.1" long and 52" wide.

Both options come with four adjustable U-clamps which allow you to secure your Roof Basket onto vehicle crossbars with different spacing and mounting points. This means it can keep up with changes in your life (like buying a brand-new vehicle) and your trip plans (like taking your partner’s SUV instead of yours). You can switch vehicles and keep the same cargo solution, ensuring your investment pays off for years to come.

Extender Pieces:

What if your plans require even more storage space? You can make both the Large and XL sizes even longer with an optional extender.

Length Extender:

Adds 9.4" to the length of your Roof Basket Large or XL.

Double Length Extender:

Adds 18.8" to the length of your Roof Basket Large or XL — perfect for full-size SUVs like the Chevy Suburban, GMC Yukon or Lincoln Navigator.

Both of these optional extension pieces integrate seamlessly with your chosen basket size, instantly providing the extra capacity you need for longer items or increased packing lists. Which means you can get the right size Roof Basket today, and rest assured you have the flexibility to expand its carrying capacity tomorrow — eliminating the need for multiple racks.

Engineered to Last

Made from high-strength plastic, Roof Basket is built for use in all weather conditions. It won’t rust, chip or corrode over time like metal roof carriers, ensuring it maintains its integrity and appearance for years — not seasons. This makes it a smart, one-time investment that saves you from future replacement costs or constant maintenance. And you don’t have to overspend on it either; it comes at an accessible price point compared to most other metal roof basket systems or cargo boxes on the market.

Plus, unlike most other options, Roof Basket is designed, engineered and manufactured in America. No shortcuts resulting in deterioration over time. Zero compromises. Just the lasting durability and premium quality you can count on from WeatherTech.

Bonus Uses

Roof Basket is made for more than just road trips; below are some other ways you can take advantage of the extra rooftop storage.

• Moving Day:

  Whether it’s out of a college dorm, an apartment or a house, gain extra space for moving boxes and more.

• Trips to the Airport:

  Perfect for transporting all luggage, especially oversized bags, on your way to catch your flight.

• Sports Equipment:

  Secure everything from golf bags to fishing poles for your next outing.

• Family Travel:

  Parents with young children can store pack-n-plays, strollers and more up top.

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