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12/4/2012 at 3:19pm
 Location: London
 Outfit: 5m Bell Tent
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Hi everyone,

In an effort to use the backseats of the car for people instead of camping equipment, I've been thinking of getting a roofbox.

Does anyone have any experience with a roofbox narrow enough to fit between 2 roof-mounted bicycles?

We have a bell tent, which is far too heavy to lift to roof height, so was planning on using the roofbox for storing the peripherals.



12/4/2012 at 4:40pm
 Location: Romford Essex
 Outfit: Swift Charisma 550 + Kia Sorento SX
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 Hi,

I have no experience at roof boxes, BUT

try looking at SKI roof boxes, they make narrow ones .

Andy.



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12/4/2012 at 4:48pm
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Thanks Andy,

That's quite helpful! I guess I'll have to get out my measuring tape



12/4/2012 at 4:56pm
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As a guide, try :-

http://www.autow.com/roof-boxes/

on the left there is a size guide/chart..

Andy.



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12/4/2012 at 4:59pm
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Just about to purchase a Thule Pacific 600 that's fits 2 bikes next to it.

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12/4/2012 at 5:05pm
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Just about to purchase a Thule Pacific 600 that's fits 2 bikes next to it.

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12/4/2012 at 5:08pm
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Loads of variations here:

http://www.roofbox.co.uk/roof-boxes/roof-boxes-long-thin.php


12/4/2012 at 7:21pm
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We have the Thule Ocean 700 and that is designed to stand bikes on either side of it. It is on our X Trail so not sure how much difference that makes.


12/4/2012 at 7:28pm
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Got the Halfords 360L one. No complaints whatsoever with 2 bikes on not a problem. Should be less than £200 as well.

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