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Going on a long road trip but don’t have enough room in the car? What about too many kids in the family for the luggage room in your vehicle? Wife (or husband) that packs too much? Take the anxiety out of packing with the Yakima Rocketbox 11 Cargo Box.
Yakima Rocketbox 11 Cargo Box Features
- Cargo Capacity: 11 cu ft
- Dimension: 89″ x 22″ x 14″
- Weight: 35 lbs
- Bar Compatibility: Round, Square, most factory crossbars
- Price: $329.00
Yakima Rocketbox 11 Cargo Box Review
Our family car used to be a Toyota Corolla. For any long or gear intensive trips the Yakima Rocketbox 11 Cargo Box was a trip saver, especially after we had kids. Long gone are the days of being so crammed in the car with gear.
In terms of capacity 11 cu ft doesn’t sound like much but I was pleasantly surprised with how much we could fit in the box. A typical trip the Rocketbox will be packed with a climbing pack with a full rack, rope, kid carrier backpack, umbrella stroller, camp chairs, fishing poles, family tent, and a few other smaller items with some room to spare.
In the winter time the Rocketbox 11 is great for hauling your planks (single or double) to and from the mountain. The 89 inches of length will fit just about any pair of skis and boards are no problem. It’s a great way to keep your boards from getting coated in road salt and grime. I’ve been able to fit two pairs of skis, a board, and two pairs of poles in the Rocketbox 11. There may have been enough room to fit another pair of skis or another board but I haven’t tried.
I have the slightly older model of the Rocketbox. Even so, it was extremely easy to install. The updated hardwear is even easier. Just place the box on your rack, slide the clamps until they engage the crossbars, and then tighten the knobs to fit. I have been able to install the box myself (read pick it up off the ground and lift it onto the car) without any issues. The 35 lbs of weight isn’t bad, it’s just a little awkward with it being so long.
Security hasn’t been an issue for me. The single lock keeps the box locked down tight. The three latches, one at each end and one in the middle, help prevent the lift from being lifted. I’ve tested this with just my hands and the lid wouldn’t budge.
The price could seem daunting but it’s really not. We’ve been rallying our cargo box for almost over 3 years and it still looks and functions like brand new. We will get more than enough use to make up for the cost. The Rocketbox 11 is the most economical choice of the long boxes in the Yakima line.
The Good
- Extremely durable
- Easy to install
- Secure
- Can fit a lot of gear
- Price
The Bad
- If you have a big family or a LOT of gear to carry, get a bigger size
Bottom Line:
The Rocketbox 11 is a great value and can give you that extra bit of cargo capacity you need. We’ve never looked back on our decision to go with the Rocketbox 11.
Buy Now: Pick up a Yakima Rocketbox 11 Cargo Box today
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