Thule 682 Sidekick Rooftop Cargo Box Review

When you are fond of going places you must also have enough space for your gear. Your trunk must be crammed each time you go camping, golfing or skiing. With the Thule 682 Sidekick Rooftop Cargo Box, you’ll have plenty of room to store your goods so you don’t have to leave some things behind.

The Thule 682 is very easy to assemble. The package includes the cargo box, the parts bag, the mounting hardware and the user’s manual. Read carefully the manual so you will know how to start with the assembly. You might find it hard to line up the hinges but once you’ve got it you do not need the assistance of another person in putting the Sidekick together.

The Thule 682 Sidekick is compatible with most removable and factory-installed roof racks. Fasten the cargo box in your roof rack with the U-brackets and swivel bolts that are included in the box. Stop worrying about having to buy another set of brackets. The U-brackets will hold down the box really well. Since the Thule 682 Sidekick is made of lightweight material, it is also very easy to lift up from your roof rack.

You can bring along all you camping gear, the kids’ beach toys, your golf clubs and other things you need. The Thule 682 Sidekick provide you with 8 cubic feet of space in which you can already put in your tent, chairs, sleeping bags and other gear for your camping trip or your duffel bags for a cross-country trip. This can free substantial at the back of your car so your dog can join in the fun.

If you are expecting to be driving on heavy rains, the Thule 682 Sidekick will hold up just fine. Make sure to cover the unused holes for the U-brackets to keep out rain. That could be the only entryway of rain so you better close it up with duct tape. Nonetheless, the Sidekick will keep your gear dry and safe.

Make sure you measure your garage door’s height or else your car might not fit with the Sidekick on top. You might have little clearance under your garage door so you better keep it mind. This is a great box that will keep your gear secure and assembly is a snap.