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Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box

$689.00

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Item # 784512

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Turn your car into a gear-hauling machine with the spacious Yakima SkyBox Pro 21. It keeps all of your dirty gear out of your car and the aerodynamic shape helps keep fuel bill down.

SkyBox Pro series dons a sleek automotive finish that resists scratches
Aerodynamic design reduces drag, resulting in less noise and more stability
Lid is now 50% stiffer than other Yakima cargo boxes for reduced vibration; one-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
New and improved easier-to-use SuperLatch™ design can be operated with 1 hand and ensures your lid is locked
SkyBox Pro series has an integrated track system, allowing you to use the included cargo net and a cargo pad to secure and protect your gear during transport
Cargo boxes are made from up to 80% recycled ABS plastic
Fits round, square or most factory-rack crossbars (sold separately); fits crossbar spreads as short as 24 inches
SKS lock cores included

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Item 784512

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Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box Customer Reviews

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Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box

3.8

(based on 5 reviews)

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to install (3)
Easy to use (3)
Stable (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Suv's (4)
Large cars (3)

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Reviewed by 5 customers

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Aug

2009

(19 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good, but could be better

By AL6202

from Bethesda, MD

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy To Install
Easy To Use
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Large Cars
SUV's
Trucks

Comments about Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box:

We had a 16 ft3 Yakima Rocket Box that was stuffed full on camping trips, and hoped the 21 ft3 Sky Box Pro would make packing easier. Well, I've noticed little difference and had to get a tape measure to make sure we actually got the right box. Perhaps I need to pack more efficiently, or maybe Yakima was a little optimistic on their volume specification. If you're upgrading from a smaller box, measure your current box and compare carefully to the Sky Box Pro so you know exactly how the extra cubic inches are distributed.

The new clamp mechanism is great. It is very easy to attach this box to my factory cross bars, and I no longer need to insert screws from underneath the box while reaching inside the box to secure them...which was painstaking. I also like being able to open the box from either the right or left side, although I don't think the box opens quite as wide as my Rocket Box.

The one-handed closure is convenient, but there's room for improvement. A good amount of force is needed to release the closure. Anyone can do it, but sometimes you wonder if the closure is locked, or if you simply must apply more force. One of the two closures on my box failed so REI is replacing the box. Hopefully, this is an isolated problem.

I also find that it is nearly impossible, or at least, very difficult, to remove the key from the locking core unless the box is locked. This is inconvenient because you don't want your key (or keyring) dangling from the lock whenever the unit is unlocked. I wish you could remove your key, regardless of whether the box is locked or unlocked.

The Sky Box Pro is noticeably more aerodynamic than the Rocket Box. With the Rocket Box, I could "feel" that the box was attached to the vehicle when driving on the highway. However, with the Sky Box Pro attached, it feels the same as if the box is not on the vehicle.

The finish of the Sky Box Pro is smooth and not textured. While the improved aerodynamics do not reduce the number of smashed bugs that cover the face of the box, it does it make it much easier to clean them off without any residue.

Oct

2009

(9 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent!

By kweb

from N.Michigan

About Me Advanced

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Pros

Durable
Easy To Install
Easy To Use
Looks good
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

SUV's

Comments about Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box:

We purchased the new SkyBox Pro 21 in Mar '09. It is the best cargo box we have owned and is outstanding in every respect. Three keys to this cargo box that make it stand out: (1)excellent latch/lock system, (2)ease of installation with quick clamps and (3)durablility. We use it primarily for skiing and have travelled from the Midwest to the West on two occassions with the SkyBox Pro 21. It is aerodynamic and we noticed very little wind noise. Highly recommend.

Jan

2010

(2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Mega Room

By JS Ragman

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Intermediate

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Pros

Durable
Easy To Install
Easy To Use
Lightweight
Stable

Cons

Best Uses

Large Cars
SUV's
Vans

Comments about Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box:

[...] I need to learn how to pack it better and use all the available space without having to dump everything out when I need to find something. Great for camping/traveling with lots of stuff.

Jul

2011

4.0

Update from previous comments

By JS Ragman

from Atlanta, GA

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Pros

Yakima customer service

Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box:

Although a long wait time (20 min+) the Yakima customer rep knew about the problem and offered to send a replacement part free of charge. He didn't even want the faulty part shipped back. I received the part in four days.So, I had a faulty constructed part but it was quickly replaced at no charge. I've owned my box for a little over two years.Yakima's love it as long as you own it appears to be a truthful statement.

Jul

2011

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Follow up comments

By JS Ragman

from Atlanta, GA

About Me Advanced

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Pros

Cons

Weak Construction

Best Uses

Large Cars
Luxury Cars
SUV's
Trucks

Comments about Yakima SkyBox Pro 21 Roof Box:

Two years to the date of purchase and only on three trips the aft spring arm that keeps the lid open failed. This box has stayed in a enclosed garage and used only on three trips in two years.

Will keep everyone updated on Yakima's product coverage. This part should not have failed even under many uses never mind only three.

As of right now I say do not buy. Plus, do not rely on Yakima's online access to fit your vehicle. REI stores have more up to date info on what your vehicle rack can support. I don't trust Yakima.