Thule Interstate Rooftop Cargo Bag. Why we finally bought one for road trips

After running out of room traveling with friends and family, we decided that a rooftop cargo bag would be a good purchase. This review shows how easy it is to put on top of your car, and how it collapses for easy storage.
0:00 Introduction
0:34 Deciding if a cargo bag is right for us
1:03 Deciding on a Thule Rooftop Cargo Bag
1:29 Putting cargo bag on top of car
1:53 Strapping bag to roof rack
2:51 Closing bag (zipper, velcro, and compression straps)
3:18 Attaching Volvo Rack to top of Volvo SUV
4:03 View of cargo bag through moonroof
4:13 End Credits
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Websites related to this video:
- www.thule.com
- www.volvocars.com

[@deepncsu]

Thanks for the video! I have been looking to get something like this. How's the wind noise on freeways?

[@scottoftheroad]

Hey there. Wind noise wasn't a problem for us. We tuck the excess strap length under just to secure it better. Honestly, I don't think I've noticed any noise. It's been a great purchase. It provides just enough extra room for roadtrips, and it packs away nicely when you're not using it. Thanks for watching!

[@user-sn1xr7ve5y]

Great video, thank you. Is there any problem to install it on a glass roof?

[@scottoftheroad]

We wondered about that too, but decided that it would be fine as the installed luggage bars support some of the weight and we don't put anything heavy in the bag. We use it for lighter, bulkier items (beach towels, clothing, paper plates, etc.) and put the heavier items in the SUV. So far, we've had no problems. If you're still concerned, you could purchase a hard-shell rooftop carrier as I believe those ride fully on the rack and don't touch the car/moonroof at all. We wanted the bag as we have no pace to store a large plastic box when we're not using it.

[@diegotrujillo6673]

great video, i wonder if this bag can scratch the roof?

[@scottoftheroad]

Hey, Diego. I've had no problems with scratches. I guess there are no guarantees, but seems as though it would be hard to scratch as the bag is a heavy vinyl with no sharp edges. I'm always extra careful putting the bag on the car empty, not overfilling it with heavy items, and emptying everything before removing.

[@diegotrujillo6673]

thanks a lot, i think im going for this on my jimny, cheers from the chilean patagonia!@@scottoftheroad

[@scottoftheroad]

@@diegotrujillo6673 I'm glad you found this video useful. You'll like the Thule bag. Hoping to get down your way soon, although I guess a bit north of you. We're planning to drive from Santiago to Buenos Aires.

[@DillyDogSays]

What can you put in it a small suitcase?

[@scottoftheroad]

Hi, Richard. Thanks for watching. It's surprisingly big, and really easy to tie down. We put in small lawn chairs, coolers, beach blankets etc. You could get a couple small suitcases inside. We always make sure that whatever goes in is bulky, but light. I don't want to add too much weight onto the top of the vehicle. It definitely helps as our SUV was just running out of space on the inside.

[@DillyDogSays]

@@scottoftheroad Thanks for the feedback..

[@treadless_co]

what model number bag is this?

[@scottoftheroad]

I believe it's 869. Here's a link ... www.thule.com/en-us/cargo-carrier/car-top-carrier/thule-interstate-_-1683516