Roof box solution

[MarkSC]

Hi there,

I’m new to the site, been here in UAE for a little while and looking for advice / recommendations / experience with roof boxes.

I have a 2013 Patrol with the ‘stock’ chrome roof rails and looking for a sensibly priced roof box and crossbars to fit to the car (or even a rental option if that’s a thing? Some basic searching suggests no…)

Appreciate there are solid brands like Thule but keen to hear from real-life users!

We are doing some camping next month and need the space inside the car for visiting friends 😜

[Frederic]

I do think Thule could be your best solution, but if it's a one time thing, you can perhaps check out Amazon and get some universal (adjustable) roof cross bars. 

 

Something of that sort:

Hcosmy Car Roof Rack Cross Bars，52” Thick Aluminum Crossbars with Locks Universal Roof Rack Adjustable Roof Cross Bars，Fit Raised Side Rail with Gap，for SUVs, Sedans, and Vans Pack of 2: Buy Online at Best Price in UAE - Amazon.ae

 

Then on top you install a weatherproof storage bag:

Rightline Gear Ace Jr Weatherproof Rooftop Cargo Carrier for Top of Vehicle, Attaches With or Without Roof Rack, 10 Cubic Feet, Black: Buy Online at Best Price in UAE - Amazon.ae

 

 

[Srikumar]

10 hours ago, Frederic said:

Then on top you install a weatherproof storage bag:

Rightline Gear Ace Jr Weatherproof Rooftop Cargo Carrier for Top of Vehicle, Attaches With or Without Roof Rack, 10 Cubic Feet, Black: Buy Online at Best Price in UAE - Amazon.ae

 

I have used this a few times and also on my recent Liwa trip. The material is very well made with strong zips. The only issue I faced is that the velcro provided comes out. I plan to stich then as a permanent solution. But can definitely recommend it.

[MarkSC]

Many thanks, that's really helpful, great recommendation.

I'll get the crossbars tomorrow 👍
And then on the bag, I wasn't sure on the dimensions and capacity. I saw this one:
https://amzn.eu/d/ifnOXmt

Looks decent and a bit bigger but would certainly welcome your takes on it as well. I think I can fit my tent bag in here if the dims are accurate.

Thanks again, really appreciate it.

[Rawad Ahmad]

this one is a very good quality one and quite large that can fit everything 

https://www.amazon.ae/gp/product/B07WPSL2Q4/ref=ox_sc_act_image_5?smid=A1PABCCOBLLZB5&th=1

[MarkSC]

Hi there, thanks for the insights.
I had to look again for crossbars - seems not many out there fit the width of the raised roof rails on the Patrol (~125cm). Found a set in Musaffah though!
Cheers, Mark.