Hitch Box vs. Roof Box

[twernst]

I have the Thule roof box and while it works well, due to the types of bags we have it can be a little difficult to load, think Rubin cube, as well it is on the roof so can be more aggravating to load than necessary. Was wondering if any of you have used the Yakima EXO hitch system, specifically the double box seen below?

 

[89Suburban]

Check local regulations on blocking the rear license plate. I got burned carrying a snow blower on rear hitch cargo carrier. Wanted to kick that cop's ass. He said the plate had to be visible, that I should mount it to the carrier so it can bee seen. Ridiculous.

 

[OR VietVet]

I personally am thinking of removing my roof carrier set up. Don't like the looks and have NEVER put anything up there. If it does not fit inside then I would consider the rear Hitch Box.

 

[Stbentoak]

Check local regulations on blocking the rear license plate. I got burned carrying a snow blower on rear hitch cargo carrier. Wanted to kick that cop's ass. He said the plate had to be visible, that I should mount it to the carrier so it can bee seen. Ridiculous.

Also blocking the tailgate from opening and interfering with any needed camera operation.
Also if you aren’t used to it, you can easily back into something with it….

 

[twernst]

Check local regulations on blocking the rear license plate. I got burned carrying a snow blower on rear hitch cargo carrier. Wanted to kick that cop's ass. He said the plate had to be visible, that I should mount it to the carrier so it can bee seen. Ridiculous.

Yeah luckily don’t generally get hassled for that stuff. But Yakima a makes a lighted mount kit for the box to put your plate on. But really good point.

 

[twernst]

I personally am thinking of removing my roof carrier set up. Don't like the looks and have NEVER put anything up there. If it does not fit inside then I would consider the rear Hitch Box.

Thanks for sharing your experience. My usage would only be for temporary trips with family.

 

[twernst]

Also blocking the tailgate from opening and interfering with any needed camera operation.
Also if you aren’t used to it, you can easily back into something with it….

Thanks for the thoughts, the Yakima swings out to the right so your can access get with the top shelf. The system is a two part set up. Backing up not really and issue.

 

[shekmark]

I have a hitch rack I used on my Rubicon. Aluminum from Quadratec. Came with a storage bag. Not as fancy as the Yakima in your pic, but my point is that it is light weight, easy and works great when I need it. Also got a cool “hitch” mount for my garage wall for it from Amazon to store it.

 

[swathdiver]

Roof Storage = Hard to Access and Terrible Gas Mileage

Hitch Storage = Can't Open Tailgate

Prefer a trailer over either option.

 

[TrueAt1stLight]

For those wanting a hitch rack and still open the rear hatch, this is what you seek:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U1OA5CI?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Only potential issue I have with this setup is carrying a heavy load on my hitch rack, it can bounce me around a little as it cantilevers the rear end, or something along those lines.