A reliable car top luggage carrier needs to offer functionality, durability, ease in use, and weather resistant in a hard top or soft-top design.
A tough and spacious hard top carrier can offer 13 – 18 cu ft. of storage for luggage, camping gear, sports wear, and more. These durable cargo carriers constructed in a high-density polyethylene or ABS single-shell material for a high level of protection against rocks, bumps, swipes from branches or other road obstacles. For ease in mounting on a vehicle a U-bolt mounting bracket comes pre-packaged. A load capacity is often in the region of 100lbs., and can weight in at 32lbs on its own without gear.
A soft car top luggage carrier can offer an extra 13 – 15 cu ft. of storage space, so in some cases able to double a vehicle’s trunk space. These carriers offer ease in installation with an ability to mount to an existing roof rack system. Luggage carriers come in a water repellent, UV resistant vinyl or polyester material, with strong zippers, heavy fabrics, and double seams. A soft felt coats the bottom region of the bags to protect a vehicles finish. In times of non-use, these carriers can be broken down and packed in a compact storage bag. In addition, these carriers often need to be used in conjunction with a cargo rack, and attaches with multiple straps and tie-downs.
Deciding on a soft or hard luggage carrier comes down to personal preference. A hard top carrier offers durability, can be more expensive, perfect for those taking more regular trips, and can unfortunately take up a chunk of space in times of storage. while those taking 2 – 3 long-distance journeys per year, might find a soft carrier more acceptable due to its cost effective nature, ease in stowability (folds flat), and gets the job done for the occasional trip.
A quality luggage carrier for top of Car, SUV, Van or RV offers that extra space that can’t be gained within the actual vehicle. Car top luggage carriers attach securely and easily, come constructed in a waterproof material, cleans up with ease, and offers an incredible amount of storage space for extra supplies.