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Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box
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Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box

Item # 784506

$435.00

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Take a step up from the Blacktop to the SkyBox 16s with this next evolution of Yakima cargo boxes.

  • At 16 cu. ft., it still has plenty of space for your gear but the shorter length means your box won't overpower the look of your ride
  • Aerodynamic design reduces drag, resulting in less noise and more stability
  • Cargo boxes are made from up to 80% recycled ABS plastic
  • Lid is 50% stiffer than other Yakima® cargo boxes for reduced vibration; 1-handed opening and closing is as easy as pie
  • Rapid-fire installation is quickest and easiest yet—all adjusting and tightening is done from inside the box
  • Dual side opening conveniently allows the box to be opened from either the right or left side
  • Smooth-action support lets the lid lift effortlessly; wide-mouth opening is easy to load and unload
  • Lid shape is easy to grab regardless of the size of your hands
  • Super Latch Security ensures that the lid is secured to the base
  • Matte black antiscratch finish gives a stealth look to your vehicle
  • SkyBox series has integrated track system for accessories so you can protect and organize all your gear
  • SKS lock cores included
  • Fits round, square or most factory-rack crossbars (sold separately); fits crossbar spreads as short as 24 inches

Please note: Yakima car rack products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Yakima Racks

Imported.

Item 784506

  • $25 Rebate Buy a Yakima SkyBox by 12/31/09 and get a $25 manufacturer's rebate. Get rebate form. (PDF 191KB)

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Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box Specs

Specification

Description

Weight47 pounds
Volume16 cubic feet
Dimensions81 x 36 x 15 inches

Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box Customer Reviews

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Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box
 
4.0

(based on 3 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to install (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Suv's (3)

    Reviewed by 3 customers

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    Apr

    1

    2009

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great, Sturdy Box.

    By Camp Man

    from Los Angeles, CA

    About Me Advanced

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Access from both sides
    • Durable
    • Easy To Install
    • Easy To Use
    • Stable

    Cons

    • Black attracts heat

    Best Uses

    • SUV's

    Comments about Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box:

    Bought this box a few weeks back and it has been great. The installation is easy and feels very secure. One of the nice things about the box is it is accessible from both sides. Able to hold a lot of gear including snowboards and golf bags. The only negative is the black box heats up from the sun and the Silver option is a little pricey. As long as you don't need to store heat sensitive items in here this should work great for you.

    • Gift:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    30

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Very happy with my Yakima SkyBox

    By dima-us

    from Ferndale, WA

    About Me Advanced

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Easy To Install
    • Easy To Use
    • Lightweight
    • Stable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Large Cars
      • SUV's
      • Trucks

      Comments about Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box:

      I bought this cargo box for my minivan. Used for carrying camping gear: 6 sleeping bags, 6 folding chairs, large tent, and a few more items. In winter had 6 pairs of skis in it. Easy to secure items inside the box with bungee cords (has aluminum bars along sides on inside). Has very sturdy construction. Box attaches to a roof rack very easily. Keeps items safe and secure. Just the right size for me. Very minimum wind resistance. Nothing bad to say. Thank you Yakima and REI.

      Service and delivery comments:

      REI store personel hepled me to chose the right cargo box, based on my needs and helped to installed on a roof rack.

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      May

      20

      2009

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      Disappointed

      By MEDIC

      from Reno, NV

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Easy To Install

      Cons

      • Weak Construction

      Best Uses

      • SUV's

      Comments about Yakima SkyBox 16s Roof Box:

      We bought this box about two years ago for our subaru outback. Initially I loved it. It is a good size for the car and could store quite a few things (golf clubs, skateboards, BOB our stroller). The levers to open the box are very poorly constructed and engineered. On a recent road trip I couldn't get either side to open. I finally got one side pryed open and inspected it. There was nothing blocking the locking lever and none of the items in it had shifted ( two collapsing chairs, two sleeping bags and a tent.) Thankfully I was able to get it open or our camping trip would have been cut short. I ended up having to drill out the rivits to open it again. The rivits holding the locking mechanism in place make it impossible to fix on my own.[...]. I plan on replacing it with a different brand pending the locking/ opening mechanism.

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      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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