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(More customer reviews)I was looking for a cargo box that would fit the new style Subaru Outback (2010 and up) without interfering with the rear hatch, which apparently is a problem with the new integrated roof racks on the Outback. I found the Skybox 16s was one of the few boxes that would fit without hitting anything.
The box arrived about 3 weeks after placing the order with free shipping. I put the box on the car in about 15 minutes without reading the instructions, adjusted it once to straighten it out and it has been great ever since. The only tricky part was getting the key removed from the inside the box when I was unpacking it, but that was me not thinking it through. The shape and titanium color looks great on the white Subaru too, I'm glad I didn't get the cheaper unpainted version.
I've lost about 1.5 miles per gallon, which is a little better than what I expected. There is a tiny whoosh at speed, but the wind noise on the highway is actually much less than I had anticipated, and truthfully I don't hear it unless I slide the sunroof interior visor open. I haven't experienced any drama with crosswinds yet. The aerodynamics seem to be quite well sorted out.
The mechanisms in the box are ingenious with the duel side openings, all the hardware works great, and appears to be sturdy. The tie downs and spider web bungee all work well, the thin neoprene pad it comes with may have to be glued down or something, as it seems to roam a little. I've had many Thule products in the past and always found them a little less ergonomic than the Yakima stuff, and this box reinforces that opinion.
Check your skis first, if you have cross country or old school long non-parabolic downhill skis you will have a problem. My 18x-something cm length skis are a tight fit, I have to wedge them a little sideways. I guess that's the penalty for fitting the Subie. The box is quite tall, so I can get quite a bit of cargo in there too.
Very satisfied with the cargo box and would highly recommend it.
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Yakima SkyBox Pro 16s Rooftop Cargo Box (Titanium)Family camping trips can be a little cramped, as even the smallest tents, sleeping bags, and backpacks take up a ton of space in the car--and that doesn't account for the coolers, camping chairs, canopies, and family dog.Enter the Yakima SkyBox Pro 16s rooftop cargo box, a futuristic-looking storage container that's ideal for toting moderate amounts of gear on camping or ski trips. Designed to fit crossbar spreads as short as 24 inches, the SkyBox Pro 16s comes with quick-installation mounting hardware that accommodates round, square, and most factory crossbars. More importantly, the Pro 16s offers 16 cubic feet of storage, so you don't have to cram everything into the trunk or back seat of your car. Just load up the SkyBox Pro 16s and hit the road. Perhaps the coolest feature, however, is the aerodynamic shape, which reduces drag and cuts down on wind noise. As a result, you needn't worry about shelling out a ton of money for extra gas on long road trips.
The SkyBox Pro 16s also offers a new lid shape that's easier to grab even if you have particularly clumsy meat hooks. Plus, the lid is 50 percent stiffer than lids on previous Yakima cargo boxes, making it easier to open and shut with one hand. Other details include a Super Latch Security system that keeps your stuff safely inside; SKS locks; and a gear management net and cargo pad to secure and protect your stuff. Boasting an ultra-sleek titanium finish, the SkyBox Pro 16s measures 36 by 15 by 81 inches (W x H x D). All Yakima skyboxes carry a limited lifetime warranty.
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