Where is the roof box company based?

south Cumbria
We are a family business, based in Sedbergh in south Cumbria, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Save time and money by buying roof boxes and bike carriers online, or phone 015396 21884. You can fit the equipment at a time and in weather conditions to suit you.

Is a roof box worth it?

Conclusions. Roof boxes are a great way of increasing your car’s luggage capacity at a fraction of the cost of a new car. Prices range from about £120 for a small box from a budget range, to £600 for a large box from a quality manufacturer. You’ll also need to factor in a further £150-£200 for the roof bars and fixings …

Can you put suitcases in roof box?

Hard suitcases, especially large ones, are not usually suitable for use in roof boxes; soft bags are always more appropriate.

Do roof boxes increase fuel consumption?

Roof box: The worst culprits in fuel cost are roof boxes. One report found an increase in fuel consumption of 50%. The added weight and air resistance of a roof box, bikes or luggage strapped to the roof makes it worse. The higher the speed and the smaller, more aerodynamic the vehicle, the greater the effect.

Are Halfords roof boxes any good?

The reviews on the Halfords 340L Roof Box are all pretty much positive. This amazing product sings out the words “extra storage”. Perfect and convenient for people who own cars with small storage capacity, for they no longer need to buy a new, larger and more expensive car just to fit their needs.

Why are roof boxes so expensive?

Roof racks are engineered using high-quality materials and special design to support a large amount of weight on top of a car using minimal contact points. The biggest reason why roof racks are expensive are because of the high-quality designs. Roof racks must be able to withstand high speeds and wind resistance.

Can you fit much in a roof box?

Know your weight limits All roof boxes have a maximum weight that it’s safe for them to carry. As these weights tend to range from around 50kg to 75kg depending on the size of your box, it’s unlikely that you’ll need to worry about overfilling them, but it’s still useful information to have in mind.

How fast can you drive with a roof box?

In principle, there is no limit on speed, but it is important to remember that putting a roof box on a car changes its road holding. The effect is felt more at higher speeds. As fibreglass roof boxes are stronger and more rigid than plastic boxes, they will also cope with higher speeds better.

Who is the roof box company in the UK?

Welcome to The Roof Box Company We’re UK distributors for many of the world’s most innovative car accessory manufacturers, sourcing specialist products that come under the broad headings of “load carrying stuff”, “interior car protection”, and “tyre traction”; we also trade at the subtler end of the car styling market.

Where can I get a roof box quote?

Request a quote from multiple companies in your area. Start by choosing a category from below and then follow the steps given Closed. The U K’s specialist mail order distributor of roof boxes and roof bars, bike carriers and ski carriers and snowchains Sales and rentals.

Which is the best roofing box on the market?

KAMEI’s Corvara S boxes, available in two sizes and two colours, are the best quality boxes on the market, and also very good value, especially when bought with roof bars in a package deal.

What are the terms of a roof box?

A roof box is a substantial purchase, both in its size and in its cost, so we aim to remove the risk of buying the wrong one. Our bottom line is that we don’t want to leave you with a box you’re not happy with. See our Terms & Conditions for details.

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