Thule Sidekick Rooftop Cargo Box

[Buckeye4]

Has anyone used one of these carriers with their factory rack on a 07 or 08 CRV? Just looking for comments.

[RobMcReady]

I found a bunch of Thule Sidekick (http://www.autoanything.com/roof-racks/69A1848A0A0.aspx) reviews lower down on this site http://www.autoanything.com/roof-racks/69A1848A0A0.aspx

I've used Yakima, really like the skybox

[CRVpilot]

I need the space of a large cargo box. Am considering a Yakima Sky Box 21 for my 2007 CR-V? Anyone know if these will fit or are already using one? If so, will it go on the CR-V roof bars -- or does it require Yakima ones (I have the Honda ones already installed).

Thanks in advance!

[Wright]

I went to Rack Attack in Mississauga to try a Thule Ascent 1100 on my 2007 CRV with dealer installed Honda rack and crossover rails. The rear hatch will not open fully - it hits the box, and the rear roof-mounted antenna is bent right over by the box. Needless to say, I passed on the Thule and am looking at other alternatives to fit the car, preferably a box with a low profile to allow the vehicle to fit into the garage. Has anyone had any luck with roof mounted boxes. I've researched Yakima, Karrite, Mont Blanc and many obscure European brands, however I am finding that the Ontario market seems to be restricted to mainly Yakima and Thule. Several U.K. brands found on the internet seemed to be okay, but I really don't want to risk shipping something half way across the world only to find it may not fit properly. The only feasible one so far, that provides low clearance, fits skis, and possibly allows full opening of the rear hatch is the Autoform Explorer 370 or 380 from Europe. So far I can't find anyone who sells this in Ontario. Any suggestions for a North American available product would be appreciated.