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Yakima Skybox 16 Carbonite Cargo Roof Box, $487 (was $749)
Why is this a big deal?
REI’s 4th of July Deals Sale is officially live. This sale, which runs through July 6, is packed with rare deals from some of today’s top outdoor brands, and some of them we didn’t expect to see. If you’re planning a road trip or camping excursion this summer, the brand you need to know about is Yakima — one of its best-selling cargo roof boxes is over $260 off during the sale and is probably the most affordable premium carrier you’ll find online right now.
The Yakima Skybox 16 Carbonite Cargo Roof Box is on sale for $487, which is 35% off its usual price of $749. This is a unique deal—one of the lowest prices we have ever seen for any Yakima cargo box. Historically, rooftop cargo boxes like this only get discounted by about 20% during big REI sales events, and that’s because they’re one of the few products today whose price isn’t determined by flashy branding and marketing – they’re hardy storage tools that are actually designed to last.
Yakima Skybox 16 Carbonite Cargo Roof Box, $487 at REI (was $749)
What shoppers need to know
- Inauguration: left or right side
- Volume: 453 l
- Dimensions(LWH): 81 inches x 36 inches x 15 inches
- weight: 47 pounds
- Best for: Snowboarding, Skiing, Camping, Road Trips
The Skybox 16 Carbonite essentially adds a second trunk to your vehicle and opens up lots of extra storage for road trips. It offers an internal volume of 453 liters, and at 81 inches in length, it can accommodate skis up to 185 cm. It’s made of strong ABS plastic, and its dimpled exterior reduces drag (for better MPG) and wind noise while you drive.
Inside, lid reinforcing panels help the box keep its shape, and the lid hinges are designed so you can open the box from either side. Easy to install: Simply lift the box onto the crossbar of your vehicle’s roof, tighten the mounting point thumb wheels, and latch closed.
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what shoppers are saying
REI buyers have put a lot of miles on their Skyboxes during cross-country road trips in all kinds of inclement weather, and they’ve found that they hold up beautifully.
Buyers like the Skybox’s “safe and durable” design and say it’s “very easy to install.” They also love that you can open it from both sides, which makes it really versatile for attaching to other roof-mounted gear like a bike rack. Overall, it’s “perfect for traveling and camping” and can swallow all kinds of luggage, including tents and heavy camping gear like portable grills.
Yakima cargo boxes are extremely popular, and at 35% off, the Skybox 16 Carbonite is a must-buy for any adventurer. This REI sale ends on July 6th, so make sure you get yours before then.
buy more deals
- Yakima Highroad Bike Rack, $281 at REI (was $375).
- REI Co-op Campwell 4 Tent, $114 at REI (was $229).
- Petzl Tikka Headlamp, $20 (was $35) at REI.
