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Dear RoofBag,
We used our Cross Country 11 cu foot size Roofbag on our 1991 VW Fox car over the weekend & it was great!
We used one of the original straps that came with the bag around the center of the bag and through the back door along with the 2 extra "hook on the door" straps which we bought additionally. We have not tried it using only 2 straps, so don't know how it would have fared without this 3rd strap.
The combination of the protective non-slip mat, choice of straps & roomy bag definitely made our trip enjoyable in our compact car.
We could transport all our camping gear plus an extra guest and found no difference in any wind drag or gas mileage and absolutely no bag noise even while going down the freeway with the windows open.
There was no movement or slippage while traveling up and down mountains with sharp curves.
We love our RoofBag!
Thank you!
Elaine & Uri Finsterbush
Los Angeles, CA
Hi there,
Just wanted to tell you how much my husband and I love our Cross Country Roofbag!
We travel a lot since our families live far away but we didn't want to upgrade to a huge SUV with terrible gas mileage in order to fit all of our stuff.
We just ordered the bag at the beginning of our summer and have driven all over the U.S. with it. The first time, I wrapped everything in plastic bags (just in case). What a waste of time!!!
We drove through heavy rain and everything stayed 100% dry!!! Now I'm thinking of buying one for my friend who is now pregnant with twins....they will need the room!!!!
Thanks again...very happy with my purchase!!
Kate Leckonby
Asheboro, NC
My wife and I realized about 6 months ago that we'd need a cartop carrier of some sort to support our family road trip ambitions.
I'd been mainly researching hard shell carriers and rack systems, and was not really thrilled with the universal knocks against them -- they take up tons of space in your garage when you're not using them, they inevitably whistle and rattle, and they're expensive. My wife couldn't believe it would cost us a minimum of $500 for an entry level setup.
While searching around online for cartop carriers for an alternative, I came across the Roofbag ad on Google. Thank goodness! I found just what I was looking for.
I just finished my first road trip with my 11 cu ft Roofbag Cross Country a couple weeks ago (San Francisco to Tahoe and back) and I couldn't be more happy with the system. The glowing customer reviews I read before purchasing were all well justified. And the value of the product is quite amazing.
Product Quality. The Roofbag really feels high quality and built to last. I'm very impressed with the welding, the zipper quality, and the fabric quality. The duffel bags inside are made of fairly lightweight nylon and lighter-weight zippers, but the handles are sturdy enough, and they're also not likely to be tossed around by airport baggage handlers. Although the warranty is only 2 years, I have no problem believing the entire system will last at least 25 years (maybe a lifetime).
Waterproofing. On my roadtrip, we didn't encounter any rain, so I can't vouch for it directly. However, based on my handling of the Roofbag, I have no problem believing that the 100% waterproof claims are legit.
Set Up. Our Roofbag was totally easy to set up on our car with factory side rails, and the instructions were very helpful. I was careful to load the roofbag as full as I could -- the specialized Roofbag duffel bags were very helpful here! -- and I did my best to secure the straps quite snugly. Also, taking it off was a breeze. Stowing it in the Storage Pouch was a bit harder than expected, but only because the Roofbag fabric is so sturdy.
Storing It. We don't have a ton of space in our garage so it's awesome that the Roofbag tucks into a stuff sack no bigger than a large sleeping bag. Totally beats a hard shell.
Road Performance. Despite the many claims of other customers, I still half-expected the Roofbag to be noisy and kill my gas milage. Surprise, surprise -- just a 2 mpg loss and absolutely no wind noise whatsoever. Really, it's just hard for me to believe how well it worked on our car.
Capacity. The 11 cu. ft. is a very good size. Since you want your Roofbag to be filled up all the way to avoid it whipping in the wind, I'm glad I went with this rather the 15 cu ft. For a family of four for trips up to a week, I think this size is just about perfect. I would only consider the 15 cu ft. size if you are exceptionally heavy packers or have a family larger than 4. 11 cu. ft. is like putting the trunk of our 97 Civic on top of our car!
Value. Superb. Our whole system (Roofbag, duffels, roof liner) with shipping was about $125. That's about 25% of what a rack system would have cost. Granted, we can't throw snowboards or bikes on top of our Roofbag, but if ever decide in the future we want a rack system to take bikes and boards, we can also use our Roofbag with it, too, and still avoid the cost of a hard shell.
Bottom line. I would recommend this product without reservations. Awesome product. Fast shipping. Very helpful web site. Thank you!
Mark Martel
Mountain View, CA
Note from RoofBag.com: After this comment, we have re-designed our Duffle Bags. They are now made with heavier fabric, a sturdier zipper and stronger construction. We have also increased the size of the Storage Pouch, to make it easier to store the Roofbag carrier and accessories.
We recently went on a camping trip. We have a Ford Explorer and 2 small children. A few days prior to leaving on our camping trip, we realized that we needed more room to pack things otherwise we needed to downsize (which was not a reality).
In a desperate search for a way we could transport our camping gear, luckily I came across this website. I was not sure if this was going to work or if it would even be possible to get this delivered in a few days. To my surprise, I figured out everything needed with the very resourceful information on the website.
I purchased the Explorer carrier with both sets of straps (so it could be used on our other vehicle if needed). We also purchased the mat it sits on top of the roof, the lock/key set, storage and insert duffle bags. I did the express FedEx shipment option; it cost more, but was totally worth it because it arrived within 2 days.
I surprised my husband by packing as much as possible in the roof bag. He was so surprised that we had ROOM in our truck for our items.
The set up and packing takes very little time and effort. It is as easy as putting things in your trunk!
Since we were not familiar with this type of traveling – we secured the RoofBag with ALL straps and even added some bungee cords for extra peace of mind. (Do not forget to pack outside your garage, because I made the mistake of packing inside the garage and I could not back out because of the bag height!)
We never noticed any sounds or wobbles at all. My husband made the comment that I made a great purchase.
Our camping trip was a success with all necessary items being able to be packed!
On the day we were coming home – it started to rain. We had to pack up quickly. We only used 2 tie downs (required) and thought we would stop at a sheltered area to put the rest of the straps on (for peace of mind).
We made it home with no stops, no readjusting the original required straps, and everything was dry. The duffle bags were handy, but not necessary. The mat for the rooftop is a must!
I have made impulsive purchases before, but this is by far the BEST one ever.
I am 200% satisfied and am more confident that I don’t have to have “piece of mind” to travel because now after this experience – my opinion is that this is an extraordinary product at a reasonable price with accommodating shipping options.
Thank you RoofBag.com!
Traci Hakanson
Lakeville, MN
We bought the large Cross Country carrier and 3 duffle bags for our Ford Freestyle (Taurus X) with roof rack, and drove with it from Chicago to Maine, over 1,100 miles each way.
The bag performed very well, and was not even slightly noticeable while driving. I think it did cut our gas mileage by a couple of miles per gallon, but it was still a lot better than taking 2 cars all that way!
We didn’t have any rain, but I wouldn’t have been concerned if we did, as the zippers were well sealed and covered by heavy flaps. I would recommend the gray bag, because of the heat that a black bag would absorb from the sun.
Our bag stayed cool. The duffle bags also worked well for packing, although I would recommend that you offer 6 of them in half size. The roof bag was amply sized to hold them when full, but half size bags would have been easier to handle and stow.
Thank you for an excellent product.
Terry Linderman
Chicago, IL
I wasn't sure how waterproof the RoofBag would be, but we used it traveling to PA from IN and back. We drove through some heavy rain and everything stayed totally dry.
Esther Martin
Goshen, IN
Thank you so much for a great product. It was by far the simplest loading and unloading of luggage I have had in 30 plus trips to Florida, Virginia and Washington D.C. with my family.
The greatest part is the strap system. So simple and reliable.
Thanks.
Chris Schiller
St Louis, MO
We just returned from a 6 hour trip from Virginia to Pennsylvania, in pouring down rain, and our cross country roofbag kept all of the contents of the roofbag DRY!!!! It did not just lightly rain, it rained so hard that it seemed like it was hailing and it rained 5 hours out of the 6 hour drive.
I highly recommend the CROSS COUNTRY Roofbag if you want to keep your contents safe and dry.
Thanks!
Cindy Phelps
Pittsburgh, PA
We purchased our RoofBag online and it was delivered as stated. This bag was worth every penny we paid for it. We packed 3 large bags of clothing, 2 beach chairs, a cooler, a box of kitchen supplies, a beach umbrella and two bags with shoes. We had room to pack more but did not need the space.
It did however free up the space in my Rav 4 which was nice for passengers in the back seat who would have been cramped otherwise. We drove from PA to NC for a week at the Outer Banks and we rented a house so we had to take extra stuff that we might not have taken if we had stayed at a hotel.
This bag was definately the answer. Rated a 10 in my opinion and would recommend to anyone looking to create space, keep your belongs dry and intact and easy to install and store away.
Sincerely,
Monica Jumper
Newville, PA
Our family travels a lot and we have had other roof bags and this is by far the best. We strapped it on our Ford Fusion for a 1200 mile round trip and didn't have a single problem. It had plenty of room for a lot of stuff and the ride was relatively quiet.
I would recommend this bag to anyone who doesn't have a roof rack. Great product.
Brian Neiderhiser
Connellsville, PA
thank you very much. the roof bag arrived as promised. it was very easy for me to load and unload on my car.
we drove through some heavy rains and everything stayed dry. i got home from my vacation and washed the outside of the bag with soap and water to remove the bugs. i have already referred your product to a few other campers. thanks again for a great product.
Ann Nieman
Janesville, WI
I agonized for months before our yearly beach trip about what kind of car top carrier to get for my 2005 Honda Civic. It doesn't have a roof rack and I feared anything without a rack would fly off during our 5 1/2 hour drive.
I stumbled across RoofBag and ordered the Explorer bag along with the protective mat. After a quick install the morning of our departure it was easily filled and strapped onto the roof of the car.
I barely noticed it during the whole drive and at times it was so quiet I forgot it was even there! The return drive was the same. It was nice not having to fill up the entire back seat with blankets and other bulky and hard to pack items.
I'd recommend this to anyone with a car without a roof rack (even those with one). It's the most reasonably priced car top bag I've found and works perfectly. I'll definitely be buying some of the accessories (like the duffle bags) for our next trip. Highly recommended!
James Mahoney
Fairfax, VA
Just wanted to drop a note saying thanks for the fast shipping and product... I tried it out on a test run and it did very well, no shifting, etc!
This was a great option for my car (which is a two door hatchback which most car racks won't work on and to invest in installing a rack would cost me over 400 dollars).... Great price also for my budget... Thanks :-)!
Nicole sawyer
Parsonsfield, ME
I recently ordered the regular size Roof Bag along with an extra set of
straps and the protective mat. It was shipped via US mail and arrived in
Canada about 1 week after it was shipped. We used it for the first time
over the last 2 weeks on a road trip to Florida. Pictures attached.
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It poured rain everyday during the trip and I was sure the cases,
towels and garment bag would be wet from the constant rain, the spray
from the big trucks we were passing or being passed by. But when we
opened the bag at the resort everything was bone dry.
The bag generates very little wind noise. You don't even realize it's
there.
If I have one negative point it is that when the temperature is low
(around the freezing point) it is difficult to do up or undo the zippers
as the bag becomes quite stiff. When we arrived in the warmer
temperatures and when we repacked to come home, this was not a problem.
All in all we are very happy with our Roof Bag and will not hesitate to
recommend it to others.
Vern Carter
Burlington, ON, Canada
Note from RoofBag.com: After this comment, we have modified the formulation of the RoofBag fabric and it is now more flexible in cold weather.
I was moving from Va to Calif with a stop in El Paso, TX. I was running out of space inside the car. So I ran across the Roofbag on the Internet. I had some doubts about the product. I had never seen it advertised..
So I called your customer service and asked questions. Informed her that I was an older woman and would be traveling by car with my senior citizen sister. She explained the product and said if I had any problems with it or to secure it just to call back and they would walk me thru it..
Well, the Roofbag went on the roof of my car like a charm, never had problems
with it or noises coming from it.
To our surprise, on our cross country road trip, we hit thunderstorms, hail and the 'Roof Bag' was still intact and no damage to it. We continued on our trip..when we left the Dallas, TX area, we were in for a surprise and we were concerned about the 'Roof Bag' whether or not it would withstand the snow and ice and wind that we were entering.
The snow was falling hard and
it was difficult to see the road at times..the ice was forming on the 'Roof Bag'
and my car was now full of ice.. when we finally saw sunlite we were close to El Paso,TX. We thought we were thru with snow
but to our surprise it was snowing there too.
When it cleared up the wind arrived. With gusts
up to 60 mph. Believe me, we thought the parked car and the roof bag would be
gone by morning.
To our surprise everything was still intact and nothing damaged.
My sister and I had absolutely no problems once secured..never had to do anything with it..
Granted we did have to have some male assistance for the loading of the bag..
Let me take this time to thank you and to let your company know what an awesome product you have made..I applaud you..
Mary Ann Rojas
San Diego, CA
I drive a 2004 Scion XB with no roof rack.
We recently took a trip from Anaheim, CA to San Francisco, CA. I began researching a roof bag during the planning phases of our trip, after reading tons of reviews, looking at different prices and every option, I found myself returning to Roofbag over and over again. I finally caved in and ordered a Roofbag black Explorer bag and mat.
My order arrived, and at 5am the day of our trip, I got it out, unfolded it and was amazed at how quickly in the dark we were able to assemble
it, pack it and tie it down.
My friends and I still had some doubts so we looped the straps through the inside roof handles. We even stopped at the store and picked up an extra strap. We never needed it.
The bag held and was only slightly noisy, this was easily fixed on our first road stop by moving the bag around.
In central California we hit the farm land, currently full of bee hives. I was very impressed with the durability of the bag when we saw that it had been hit with hundreds of bee stingers from the bugs on the road.
The moment I finally waited for was on our return trip though: it rained and poured all the way through California. When we got home and unpacked the bag, everything was dry! The underside of the bag and the mat were wet, but the contents were dry.
I apologize for such a long testimony, but I have to say this bag is awsome!
Thank you Roofbag! You made our trip much easier.
Kasie Mulvihill
Anaheim, CA
We purchased this roofbag for a week-long camping trip in Maine.
The ten-hour drive
from Pennsylvania to Maine and back was in a pouring rain. We met Hurricane Bill on
the way to and hurricane Denny on the way back.
Everything in the bag stayed dry
and no water leaked into our car either.
We were planning to install roof rallies system and a pod. The cost would be around
$1,000. And that would be only on one car.
With this Roofbag, either one
of our family cars can be used for vacations. It holds everything we
need for camping
and still has room left.
We noticed the vibrating noise a couple of times. After tightening the straps
properly, the noise was gone.
For us, the Roofbag served its purpose very well.
Wei Shaw
Plymouth Meeting, PA
We have three cars and not one of them has a roof rack. Our largest car is a
Hyundai Accent with a large trunk but not enough room for all our gear, bags and
ice-chest.
We needed to fit three adults and a 82lb dog in the car along with our
stuff to go to our family reunion.
I took a chance on this bag out of desperation.
We were very pleased with its performance. The non-slip mat is part of its
success. It was easy to put on the car and secure. The tie-downs actually go around
the bag and the roof and through the door openings inside the car.
We applied
tension inside the car and secured the loose ends vs. doing it on the outside. This
way there was nothing flapping in the breeze.
We also stopped after about 5 miles
to check the bag, to see if it really would stay on the roof. It was very secure.
We did a practice pack before our trip. The secret to success is to put the heavier
items on bottom of the bag and the lighter item in last (try to fill all the empty
areas).
The fuller it is, the easier it is to pack and tighten down.
We went from Portland, Oregon area to Crater Lake. We experienced minimal drag and
our mileage was not significantly affected. We did not experience the whistling
sound that accompanies regular roof racks.
Thank you to the designer and manufacturer for this great product. When
we were done, the bag and mat packed away nicely and are sitting on the shelf waiting for
our next trip. We didn't have to do any rearranging to store it.
Rose Case
Wilsonville, OR
I purchased the RoofBag Cross Country about a year ago. It has been on three trips from Texas to Florida (2000 miles round trip each time). I traveled through heavy rain for 8 hours straight on the last trip.
The bag held up superbly! No water in the bag at all. At 15 cf, the bag is also more than big enough. The design is well thought out and it is easy to load and unload.
I would recommend this bag over any other on the market.
I would also like to note that I have been on a lot of road trips in my utility with and without the RoofBag and I can say you don't notice the difference in gas mileage nor do you feel it up there.
Great buy!
Alan Cole
Houston, TX
I just wanted to pass along a note concerning my complete satisfaction with your product. From your instructions, product selection, ease in placing an order and the product itself, I couldn't be happier.
I had a slight issue with my
Roofbag that was most likely my fault and contacted you with some questions. Your customer service was by far and away the absolute best I have ever had the pleasure of working with.
The customer service representative returned my e-mails promptly and resolved my questions quickly and 100% to my satisfaction. AND she was friendly and didn't make me feel like I was bothering her. Other companies could take a lesson from you.
I have had the opportunity to use other car top carriers in the past and I can say without any hesitation, I will never use anything but Roofbag from this point forward.
Thank you so much for your outstanding product and for your superior customer service.
Jack Peet
Grand Rapids, MI
This was a great purchase. I just drove 3000 miles in 4 days with a little honda civic and this on the roof fully loaded. I head strong winds almost the whole way. It served me well. I recommend it.
Beverly Graham
Flushing, MI
Hi Guys, I just wanted to tell you what a great product you have. We purchased the Roofbag for a trip to New Hampshire with my inlaws. We would have not been able to do this trip without it.
The drive all the way there was in driving force rain and everything in the bag was as dry as when we put in it the night before. I was totally shocked.
This product does everthing it says it does. It is money well spent.
I usually don't write many testmonals for products but, this time I had to write. Thanks, for one of the best products I've ever bought.
Russ Canfield
Laceyville, PA
I bought the 11 cubic foot bag because the load for college was
getting out of control.
The morning of the trip I strapped the bag to the roof of my jeep and
loaded it up.
I had also bought the mat and additional clips and lock. It stayed in
place for the 12 hr ride, wind, rain and heavy traffic.
All of our cargo was dry and like I had placed it in that morning.
I strongly recommend this made-in-the-USA product to any one looking for
superior workmanship and functionality.
Thank you.
PS. The storage bags are awesome also.
Patrick McKenzie
Barrington, NH
Last week I took my family of 6 down to Orlando, Florida from Jackson, Michigan.
We knew we would have no room in our van unless we found a roof top carrier.
After much analyzing I purchased the Roofbag from your site.
I did add one extra tie down strap for my own added safety,
but we never had any problems at all and it did not leak any rain into our luggage at all!
Thank you Roofbag for making our Walt Disney magical vacation a dream come true.
Jason Bernstein and Family
Jackson, MI
I ordered this product needing it to arrive before we left in 11 days. It was here within 4 days.
It worked great on our trip because we didn't have enough room for luggage and groceries in our SUV for our week trip.
This was perfect...A wise purchase.
Sara Wiggins
Kingsland, GA
Our 15 cubic foot RoofBag was perfect and exactly as described. We do not have a rack so the straps included went in the doors. They were not obtrusive in any way. Everything stayed perfect inside.
We stopped frequently so we got to be experts at loading and unloading the bag, since we didn't want to leave it overnight packed with our luggage. It literally took us under five minutes to set it up each time.
Steven Williamson
Ashford, CT
I just received my 11 c.f. Roofbag. I wanted to get an idea of what I could fit in it. So I stuffed the 2 duffle bags and I still had room to put all 4 of our camp chairs and I still have room for more!
Wow, what a great product!! The duffle bags are great too! I can't believe all I was able to fit in them, and how good they fit in the Roofbag. Now I can't wait to use them in a couple of weeks to go up north camping. Thanks for great service and speedy delivery!
Jackie Colpitts
Macomb, MI
I purchased the 15 c/f roofbag in May 09 for a crosscountry trip in June. As a single mom I am determined to be independent whenever possible.
Your product was a breeze to install and use! The instructions were clear and complete and I encountered no trouble whatsoever. The Roofbag remained secure and items inside dry and intact.
I am very pleased with my Roofbag and will be relying on it quite a bit in the near future!
Ginger Gitthens
Greenwood, AK
We bought this bag after we saw it going down the road on a minivan back in March. We used it for our family vacation of over 2500 miles.
We went through a hail storm in Nebraska, during which we tried to secure shelter under an overpass, same idea other folks had too, so we weren't very well protected. We subsequently received $5000 for the hail damage to our van.
The spot where the RoofBag was, is the only place that didn't get any damage. None of our clothes were wet or damaged. We vowed right then to send feedback about what a wonderful product you make!! Great quality for the price! Thanks so much.
Jammie Weight
Raymore, MO
I am so very pleased to report that the order has arrived at our daughter's home. This was a Christmas gift for her and her family.
The ordering process was perfect no hitches.
I just can't thank you enough for the ease of this transaction.
I am very satisfied.
Have a Blessed Christmas
Marilyn Basham
Sycamore, IL
This is our third year using the RoofBag. This year we took 6 people and
their luggage in our Honda Odyssey from Massachusetts to Ontario for
vacation. Needless to say we needed extra space, and used the Roof Bag.
It made packing the car very easy.
On the way back we only had four of us but we used the bag anyway just to
have more space in the car. It held all four suitcases, three sleeping
bags, four life jackets, a couple of inflatable boats, and several other
miscellaneous items.
This time it rained the whole trip (10 hours) but
everything inside stayed completely dry. I was glad I bought the fully
waterproof model! The bag didn't move a millimeter, and I did not have to
tighten the straps at all, every time I checked them they were as tight as
when we started.
The bag still looks brand new and is in top condition -- the only way you
can tell it has been used is a few marks from where some of the black side
rail color has come off on the grey bag.
I did some calculations which suggest a reduction in fuel economy of only
about 1 mpg -- similar to what others have written.
Thanks for a super high quality product at an extemely reasonable price.
We would recommend it to anyone.
Tom Rawson
Cambridge, MA
The roofbag arrived exactly on time this morning to my home address on base in Germany and has already been tested out! It is fantastic - thank you. Have you got a UK vendor for these as I know that many of my friends would want one of these too.
Roger Macmillan
Oerbke-Lager, Germany
So we finally got to try our new roof bag last week end. It worked perfectly and held much more than I anticipated.
Thanks for a great product!
Martin Paradis
Langley, BC, Canada
Your roof bag did us well in moving from DC to Hanscom AFB in MA. ZERO loss in mileage, so kudos to you.
Richard A. Olivarez, MSgt, USAF
Bolling AFB, GA
We needed extra storage for our trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. I came across the Roof Bag while searching the internet for roof carriers.
I decided to purchase the Cross Country Rood Bag, with mat. We have a 2007 Honda Pilot. We were able to fit 3 medium suitcases, a sleeping bag, an air bed, pillows and a few extra things. The day we left it was raining and windy. This Bag went through 3000 miles of wind, heat, rain and bugs! This bag is water proof and still looks like new. I love this Roof Bag.
Francisco Alvarez
Los Angeles, CA
After purchasing a Hundai Elantra, we wondered how will we ever get all the things in that we used to put in our Dodge Caravan to go south in the winter. Well we did it with ease after purchasing your Extra Rugged, Waterproof 11 cu. ft Roofbag.
We also purchased the 3 duffle bags which I feel are essential to making packing so easy and we got the slide-proof mat as well.
We packed the night before and the next morning it was below freezing. On the first day we ran into sleet, snow and heavy rain and were on the highway 15 hours.
The Roofbag lived up to our expectations and everything was in good condition when we arrived the second day. The straps were easily fastened through the doors on our car with no roof rack. The bag never moved an inch. It is a great product!
Marjory Drisko
Bristol, ME
Thank you so much for your quick response and easiness to work with. Our bag worked great although we are anxious to see how it does in a storm.
After our experience with your company, we will be recommending you to all we know. Thank you very much.
Brittney Clark
Bolivar, TN
The RoofBag is a great asset for our family. We have 4 boys ranging in ages from 8 to 18 months.
It is difficult to take an extended trip and fit all the stuff in our van.
I had been researching roof top carriers and decided on a soft carrier due to storage limitations.
I was looking at all the known brands but read many reviews about leaks with them.
I ran across the Roofbag website and testimonials.
The price was great and I decided to give it a try.
We have been very impressed.
We have used the bag several times and have driven in rain.
No leaks.
It folds perfectly for storing in our garage.
I would recommend it to anyone considering a soft roof top carrier.
The Williams Family
Charlotte, NC
I must admit, I read the testimonials and thought: are these real? this Roofbag carrier can't be that great. But I trusted them and ordered my Roofbag.
I was more than pleased with the Bag. It was huge! It fit everything that I needed and had room for more.
It was so shocking that it was such a good product for such a resonable price.
SO I WOULD HIGHLY RECCOMMEND THAT EVERYONE GET ONE!
Deborah Graham
McKinney, TX
When we were planning the trip, we had concerns about fitting everything in the car. It became clear that we had to acquire some kind of external system/rack/container to transport our gear.
Our criteria were pretty simple: it had to be long and wide enough to hold two golf bags at the least, it had to be durable and waterproof, it had to be able to be secured tightly to the roof and allow the back hatch to open, and it had to be priced right. It didnt have to be pretty, it didnt have to be sleek and it didnt have to be fancy.
We browsed around the net and found RoofBag and we jumped on it. In addition to the bag itself, we ordered an extra set of straps and the protective mat.
We put Roofbag to the test and it passed with flying colors.
It not only held our golf bags, we also packed a large suitcase, a large container of dog food, a collapsible set of tall dog bowls, fishing poles, and golf shoes in it. On the way home, we crammed Gregs big trash bag of dirty laundry in it as well.
The RoofBag carrier is surprisingly aerodynamic. We didnt exactly conduct a thorough or scientific test like the Mythbusters did on the pickup truck with the tailgate down and/or netted, but according to the mileage gauge on my car, having the Roofbag on it only reduced our mpg by about 1.
We started with four straps but quickly discovered that 3 did the trick. We packed it slightly lower in the front and higher in the back (also the way the bag is shaped) and secured one of the straps close to the front to keep it tight to the roof and not let any air catch under it. It didnt even add much noise to the drive.
Its a bag. Not a car rack container system with a name like Thule that many people cant pronounce (I think its Tooly), but a roof bag. Simple. Affordable. It does the job.
The Roofbag became a centerpiece of our trip. Vito is so worried he'll be left behind, he just jumps into his lounge and waits as the loading occurs. He will not exit the vehicle under any circumstances. Hed say Rrroof, wed say Bag.
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Kristen Williams
Simi Valley, CA
I purchased an 11 cu ft, gray Roofbag a couple of months ago and then my family and I headed out west from our home in Connecticut to Rocky Mountain National Park, Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
Overall, it was just the thing we needed. However, I was a little disappointed because where we went it was so dry and so there wasn't any opportunity to test its waterproofness, that is, until we were traveling back east and came head to head with a major rain and thunderstorm in Minneapolis.
It was a drenching storm but your product held up great. Not a drop got inside.
I'm satisfied with my Roofbag. I will spread the word.
James Kovic
Norwich, CT
After purchasing a Hundai Elantra, we wondered how will we ever get all the things in that we used to put in our Dodge Caravan to go south in the winter.
Well we did it with ease after purchasing your Extra Rugged, Waterproof 11 cu. ft Roofbag. We also purchased the 3 duffle bags which I feel are essential to making packing so easy and we got the slide-proof mat as well.
We packed the night before and the next morning it was below freezing. On the first day we ran into sleet, snow and heavy rain and were on the highway 15 hours.
The Roofbag lived up to our expectations and everything was in good condition when we arrived the second day.
The straps were easily fastened through the doors on our car with no roof rack. The bag never moved an inch.
It is a great product!
Marjory Drisko
Bristol, ME
A last minute change in travel arrangements made it necessary to make room for my mother and 80 pound boxer-mix, to ride along on our 13 hour trip to the Carolinas. We were renting a beach house, so had a lot of extra supplies to bring as it was, so I desperately searched the Internet for a fast solution.
When I happened on Roofbag.com, I couldnt believe how economical your prices were. Could this really be a good investment? Can it really get here in time? Will I regret this? I especially worried, as we do not have a true luggage rack (front and back bars), but just the side bars, and have heard this makes it hard to keep carriers from sliding.
I purchased the bag, anti-slip mat (highly recommend this, it is fantastic and well worth the few extra dollars), and pouches, and was able to save even more with your free shipping. Then I held my breath that it would come on time, and actually work.
Your shipping was incredible. I couldnt believe when we had the delivery 2 days later. Installation was a breeze, and we were shocked that we were able to pack 3 suitcases, a duffle bag, beach umbrellas, and 50 pounds of dog food, into this bag.
Hurricane Hanna decided to blow in as we drove down, and I feared the worst, with all the rain and blowing. Every stop we checked the Roofbag and found it never so much as slipped an inch.
We came across some people at a rest stop, who had purchased another carrier I was considering as well, that actually cost much more. They were trying to figure out how to stick the carrier into their car. They said it had been constant problems, slipping and moving, and were in awe of our bag.
Once we arrived at the beach, we simply unstrapped the carrier, folded it, and tucked it away until ready to leave again. Everything inside was perfectly dry and preserved. Not having to drive around with it on the car all week, was such a great bonus (especially with gas at over $4/gallon)!
Going home, we just popped it right back on, filled it up and away we went.
What a wonderful product, we just loved/love it, and recommend it HIGHLY.
Celeste Sunyak
Cleveland, OH
I just wanted to take a minute to write and let you know how pleased I was with my recent purchase. The entire experience, from your well-constructed website to the product itself was excellent.
I also wanted to thank your customer service rep for being so helpful. We were leaving on a trip and the bag was just going to make it on time. I was alerted on the day of delivery (through the UPS tracking feature) that UPS had damaged and discarded the package. We were leaving in two days so it didn't look good. Your customer service rep contacted UPS and arranged for a new bag to be delivered the next day.
We received the Roofbag carrier on time, installed it, and found that the bag fit the car well, held tons of stuff, never budged or made noise - and we averaged over 25 mpg in 400 miles (Subaru Legacy - no roof rack).
Thanks for making a great product and backing it up with great support!
Mark and Gina Turner
Wallkill, NY
We recently bought our RoofBag for a trip to North Carolina.
We struggled over which type of rooftop carrier to purchase and when reading reviews about bag carriers most of them complained of leaks. However, we really did not want to be saddled with storing a hard roof top cargo carrier.
So while searching the Internet we came across RoofBag.com. After much debate we decided to purchase the large roof bag with the mat. The first set up was a bit taxing, but once you figure it out set up is a breeze.
We did drive through rain and everything stayed dry. I feel that the construction is such that everything would stay dry. The order process was easy and the bag arrived when promised.
I would recommend this bag to anyone.
Pamela Kordeck
Macungie, PA
On a recent trip to the Outer Banks, I needed to come up with something
I could use on a rental car from Norfolk airport to Southern Shores.
We
had 5 adults and an infant with car seat so we needed a van. But with all the luggage (6 suitcases and carry-ons plus baby stuff) we
would had never fit unless we rented two cars.
Upon looking on the internet I found RoofBag.com. What a life saver.
With the three large suitcases we put on top we were able to
get everyone in and sitting comfortably.
It saved us another rental
plus double the gas we would have used.
It was quite easy to install
and it did not move an inch. I was very happy with this purchase.
Now
for our next trip we won't have to squeeze everything in our car again.
John Fasciana
Depew, NY
Wanted to let you know that I purchased a cross country Roofbag in July.
I have a Honda Accord and I thought that I wanted the 15 cubic foot one but after talking to customer service, I decided to go with the 11 cubic foot one. Great advice.
My husband was not wanting the bag but after traveling 1500 miles round trip in rain and wind, he loves it as much as I do.
I also purchased the duffle bags. Can't believe how much you can fit in the Roofbag.
I would recommend it to anyone. I loved the price, the versatility and the idea that I didn't have to purchase roof racks.
Can't wait to pack for my next trip home to PEI, Canada.
Lori Howlett
Dorchester, MA
We tried the Thule bag 2 years ago when we took my son to college. We had to return it as it did NOT work with our side rails, it almost flew off of the car.
We bought a Roofbag carrier and we just returned from a 2-day drive from Atlanta to Maryland and we encountered heavy rain due to hurricane Fran. All contents arrived safely and dry. I was shocked. I thought for sure we would have some damp items.
Your service was fabulous, your delivery was early and our stuff got there dry.
This is a fabulous bag for a side rail vehicle. We used 3 straps and it held great.
THANKS ROOFBAG!!! THANKS for making a great product!
Diana Murphy
Atlanta, GA
Thanks a lot, I got the picture and now I understand how to strap it down. It's people like you that makes doing business with a company a pleasure.
I will be buying a carrier from you right away. I appreciate all the help that you have given me.
Albert C. Hubbard
Glade Hill, VA
I used the Roofbag on the back deck of my Chevy Avalanche pickup and it worked great. Used an extra set of straps to make double-length straps criss-cross to attach it.
Dave Brask
Long Grove, IL
We purchased your product for our Ford 500 to take our oldest from OH
to FL for his first year of college at Embry-Riddle.
For almost five
days we drove around the Daytona and other central Florida areas in
Tropical Storm Fay enduring 55 MPH winds, and by our calculations
roughly 150 hours of rain on and off.
You should know all belongings which were stored in the RoofBag were
kept dry and unharmed during the entire trip, only getting wet as we
moved his belongings from the car into his dorm. Thanks.
Chris Warren
Kent, OH
Just wanted you to know how pleased I am with the RoofBag I purchased about 2 weeks ago - it was easy to install, completely waterproof and great to use on our trip. Your colleagues who answered my questions were very helpful and the whole process of ordering was as smooth as possible. You have a great product and operation. Thank you!
David C. Dembert
Baltimore, MD
I recently had to help my sister and niece move across country and was very concerned about getting all their stuff into my Scion XB.
I told my sister I was buying the Roofbag but she had her doubts about how much it would hold. When the packing was done she was amazed that we had fit almost everything into the Roofbag and didn't have to crowd the interior of the car at all.
I got the optional protective mat and it did a great job of keeping things from sliding around and protecting my roof.
The extra straps I ordered had hooks on the end that are meant to grab the inner ridge of the doorway. The Scion XB does have this ridge but I found it was even more secure to attatch the hooks to the handles that are inside above each door.
There was a little noise but I realized we had packed some shoes on the bottom of one bag and one of the heels was causing a vibration against the roof. Even so it was not much noise and we didn't even bother to shift the bags around to try to eliminate it.
The optional duffle bags made it really easy to load and unload.
The Scion XB has a little compartment in the floor next to the spare tire. I put the Roofbag and ALL the extras into the carrying bag and with a little effort they fit into that compartment nicely. Now it will always be there if I need to carry extra items. You never know when you'll get that great deal at a garage sale or flea market.
I highly recommend the Roofbag to all Scion SB owners!
Michael Stillwell
Gainesville, FL
Wow! that's the fastest live customer service ever! I will be back...
Nan Wilson
New Paltz, NY
Hi! thank you for the email! I really appreciate all the customer service I received! I LOVED my roofbag! It worked so well in my drive across country!
Thanks again!
Michelle Wegener
Long Beach, CA
Having extra space for road trips was never an issue for this family until we traded in our Chevy Trailblazer LT 4x4 for a Toyota Camry Hybrid. We knew we would lose extra space, but the savings at the pump would be worth it.
In July we had a road trip to FL for Fastpitch World Series. How would we fit a family of four, ten days worth of belongings per person, pillows, towels, blankets as well as our daughters gear bag? Being a catcher her bat bag is jam packed with catchers gear, bats, mitts etc. Her bag alone takes up a good portion of the trunk.
One thought was a roof top carrier. We used to have a hard shell carrier when we owned the Trailblazer; but now no roofrack, and on a HYBRID!?!? I went to a Hybrid forum to ask if anyone had traveled with a rooftop carrier on their hybrids. But the carriers talked about were made for use *with a rack*.
A quick search online brought ROOFBAG to my attention. Specifically, for use with or WITHOUT a rack! After browsing your site and all of your products, I knew I had found what we needed. Now the question was which size and would it get here in time?
I sent off and email to inquire about which size would be best for my car. To my amazement, a reply was sent 2 hours later with advice and size recommendation. WOW! Now thats service!
I placed my order immediately, knowing that we would be on the road in 2 days. I ordered the 11 cu ft CrossCountry in gray, storage pouch, protective mat and set of 3 duffle bags. Even with overnight shipping the cost was far cheaper than most hardshell carriers on the market. RoofBag.com offers a large variety of shipping options.
Happily, my order arrived on time as stated online. When it came time to pack, it was a breeze. The duffle bags made loading and unloading quick and easy. It was super simple to attach and load onto the car. The kids loved that they actually had space in the backseat and did not have to be squished for an 11+ hour trip!
The RoofBag did not shift once during the trip. Its ability to not shift was put to the test, when wildlife crossed our path late at night and dodging and hard braking became necessary. It was also completely waterproof, as I drove through quite a few rain/thunder storms during the trip.
The fact that once we reached our destination, we removed the RoofBag and folded it into its little drawstring storage bag and tossed it into our trunk is an added bonus. As we drove around the ballparks and surrounding areas for the next week, I saw many roadtrippers driving around with their hard shell carriers still attached to their vehicles. This left me feeling pretty smug for having RoofBag.
We are super happy with the customer service as well as our RoofBag! You can bet that we will be recommending this to everyone! Thank you for offering such an amazing product at such an affordable price!!!
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Regina McCreery
Louisville, KY
My family takes an annual vacation to South Padre Island, Texas each year from the Fort Worth area (about a 9-hour drive) and we've always taken two vehicles to accommodate all of the luggage, beach toys, etc.
With gas prices being so incredibly high this year I sought to somehow get us all into one vehicle to save money.
I wanted to pack us all into our Dodge Grand Caravan but it does not have a roof rack so I priced roof racks and cargo bags and realized it was going to cost more to buy all of that than it would be to pay for gas for two vehicles!
That's when I discovered your website and read about the bag that could be installed without a roof rack. I was extremely skeptical but after reviewing your site and talking to one of your great customer service representatives I agreed to purchase a RoofBag.
What a fantastic and very affordable product! We all easily fit into the van and it was very easy securing the bag to roof. The 3 duffle bags made loading and unloading very quick and easy and I can't wait to use it all again!
Thanks for being there!
John Saal
Burleson, TX
I have to say that I am very impressed with your company. I haven't yet
received the product but am so pleased with the descriptive nature of
your website and with the wonderful service provided.
I initially couldn't find the "order now" link on your website and so
left a message on your 800#.
I was stunned to receive a return phone
call within the hour (at 10 pm on Friday nite) and was very pleased that
the representative reviewed my order and recommended (based on my car size) that I
purchase the smaller bag. We will be vacationing soon and would not
have had time to return and repurchase the correct bag had the representative not
taken the time to check my order.
If the product is as good as the service, I know I will be extremely
pleased. In fact, we are going on vacation with 4 other families, all
of whom need additional storage space so "hey, you never know", this
could be the beginning of a wonderful relationship for all of us!
Sincerely,
Cynthia Shore
Kenmore, NY
We are very pleased with our Roofbag. We have a Honda Odyssey with two side luggage rails and used the Cross Country 15 cu. ft. bag with the mat under it. We only used the two long straps and had no trouble getting the carrier secure.
We did go through some heavy rain on our long trip and everything stayed dry inside.
Thank you for a superior product and a website that is clearly written and easy to understand.
We will not hesitate to recommend the Roofbag to others. Having the testimonials on your website definitely helped me decide to buy from you.
Virginia Schneider
Houston, TX
Just got back from our vacation from N. Az to So. Calif. Left N. Az and the monsoons were pouring. We decided to put our RoofBag to the test.
And wow, what a great product. Can't believe how much stuff this thing carries.
Zero leakage and this thing didn't move a bit thru the high winds.
I highly recommend this great product for everyone. RoofBag you rock!
Lee Marier
Dewey, AZ
I've just returned from a 4-day trip (650 miles) and used my RoofBag Explorer (15 ft capacity) for the first time. We have a 2002 Chrysler Town & Country and had 5 kids with us.
The roof bag afforded them so much additional room. Without it I really don't think we could have made the trip. We filled the roof bag with sleeping bags, pillows, duffle bags, toys, clothing, beach towels, you name it.
It was easy to secure to the roof with the two long straps, and it never moved an inch. We really didn't know that the bag was up there and I didn't experience any change in fuel economy.
On the way home, the bag went through the ultimate test, a sixty minute, torrential downpour on Interstate 80. When we arrived in Grove City, OH, not one item was wet, not a single drop inside the bag.
You have an outstanding product at a reasonable price. The quality and workmanship of the materials is top notch.
Lee R. Tompkins
Columbus, OH
RoofBag gang,
I purchased the large waterproof RoofBag just in time for our family vacation to Rehoboth Beach. This bag fit perfectly on our 2004 Nissan Quest. We have the roof rack with cross bars.
Loaded the bag up with the baby's pack and play, stroller, boogie boards, beach towels, beach chairs and the kids' soft luggage.
We had rain on the ride to the beach, but everything in the RoofBag stayed high and dry. I purchased the additional two straps and with practice got pretty fast at straping down the bag and its contents.
Today, when we got back to Pittsburgh from our vacation, I unloaded the bag, washed off the bugs, left the bag in the sun to dry and shoved it back into its storage bag. Unit is ready to go for the next family trip.
I am a father of 4 girls with ages 14, 12, 10, and 10 months. You can imagine the gear we end up taking on our family vacations.
You have a great product. I will spread the word.
John J. Soltis Jr.
Gibsonia, PA
I just wanted to say that I received my RoofBag within only 1 day
after I placed the order. That is amazingly fast! It also was very
easy to install and fits on my car roof perfectly. Your customer
service is impeccable and the product is everything you said it would
be.
Thanks so much for making such a great product.
Regards,
Jesse Fairless
Northridge, CA
I recently purchased the Cross Country Roofbag. I was very hesitant about
purchasing the bag as I had just had another brand bag blow off my van. I
was using the Roofbag to travel from Michigan to Florida.
I can't express
to you how HAPPY I was with your bag. It was great! It traveled through
snow, pouring rain, and wind and we NEVER had a single problem.
Our stuff
inside stayed perfectly dry and it was so easy to strap down - simple enough
for even a couple of blondes to do by ourselves! We checked the straps at
every stop and never had any issues with them coming loose.
I have
recommend this bag to everyone I know. I was even telling people about it
at rest stops who had bags by those "other" people.
Anyway, thanks a
million! We never would have gotten all of our stuff to Florida and back
without your help. Thanks Roofbag.com!
Michelle Goembel
Portage, MI
Found you on the web. Product looked great so I decided to order one. Very kind lady over the phone and what a breeze ordering. We can't wait to use it on our trip to California. Thanks for great, knowledgeable customer service.
Lee Marier
Dewey, AZ
I can't say enough about my new RoofBag! I shopped quite thoroughly and
there is not a product on the market that even compares with your quality,
and especially at your price.
I think your web site is terrific. It is attractive, provides complete
information and it is easy to use.
The person who took my order was delightful. She answered all my questions
and made sure that shipping was prompt (I got the product right when I
needed it without paying extra for shipping).
I don't know how I could be happier with this purchase. I look forward to
many, many years of satisfaction with my RoofBag.
Ronald Frandsen
Brigham City, UT
Your customer service was excellent and so is your product. I will recommend
Roofbag to anyone looking for a car top carrier.
Jeremy Brown
League City, TX
Hi there. I just ordered your product (to be delivered on or before Friday June 6th). I wanted to let you know that your product was actually semi-fun to read and very informative.
I believe you have a great concept (it was actually many of the things I was looking for that I could not find anywhere). I am grateful to have stumbled upon your website via the search engines after hours of looking.
It is obvious the amount of thought and energy you have put into this niche market. Great job (I am sure the performance will be delivered as well)!
By the way, I do not give complements too much these days on products (because many of them are just plain junk). . . smile.
It is also good to see something of good, solid quality (of course presumptive on my part at this point) made in the Ole US-of A!!!
Greg B.
Winston Salem, NC
Your website is very well thought out. You have the best product I was able to research of its type. I hope it is everything you say it is. You presented all the information a concerned shopper should need. Thank you
Stanley Guillory
Morenci, AZ
I am so glad I found this site. Going on long vacation and would never have gotten everthing in trunk of SUV due to having small children (car seats, strollers, pack n'play, etc.) Can't wait to use it - the stress if off!
Jennifer Zamaites
Cumming, GA
I recently purchased the roofbag explorer 15cubic feet. I have a family car with no rooftop rack. I needed something to help transport camping gear. I have to say this product went above and beyond what I expected. The customer service was great.
This soft bag was just what we needed for our trip. It left more room in the car for people instead of baggage.
I am looking forward to using this bag on more trips. I would recommend this soft bag if you don't have a roof rack.
Dana King
Indianapolis, IN
What a great product! We have 9 month old triplets and we just took our first family vacation. We
live in Naples, FL and traveled to Daytona Beach for 4 days, then to Orlando
for 5 days and then back home.
We honestly could not have had such a great
trip without your products. I purchased the three duffle bags, cover, two
extra straps and the carrying case.
The duffle bags were so practical. We
did not have to worry about large bulky suitcases taking up space. All we
had to do was put all of our things into the duffle bags then onto our roof.
These products truly empowered us and we are looking forward to our next
family trip. I have already started to spread the word to all my family and
friends on how great this product is.
Karen Alvarez
Naples, FL
First of all let me tell you how pleased I am with your product, it exceeded my expectations. On our recent trip to the mountains of North Carolina we had rain most of the way there from Florida and most of the way back. Happily we had NO water problems.
We looked at several products, including a fiberglass carrier from our local Sears store. But after reading the testimonials on your site and studying the installation instructions we opted for the 'RoofBag'.
Again let me praise your product, I'll be using the 'big bag' for years to come.
Thank you,
David L. Estes III
North Fort Myers, FL
I have never researched for a roof bag before and found your site thorough yet concise. And something about how your website is designed (content also) that gave me a feeling of trust in your company. The BBB logo helps too.
Sharon McGill
Sidney, OH
We got our bag on time and it was a snap to get it ready. We don't have a rack on our car. Used it to go on vacation in north Wisconsin for a week and it performed wonderfully. Thank you for making a great product that I'm sure we'll use for years.
Amy Hennessey
Oakdale, MN
All I can say is: Awesome! My family and I took a trip to the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee using the Roofbag for a vehicle without a roof rack. We ordered the rubber pad to keep the carrier from moving. Through wind, rain and 75-80 mph traveling, the bag did NOT move at all!!
The items inside stayed perfectly dry and there was plenty of room for all our extra stuff. (Ordered the 15 cu ft). Best travel purchase I ever made! Thank you RoofBag.
Bruce Nadreau
DeBary, FL
I recently made a cross-country trip from Indianapolis, IN to Seattle, WA with a Roofbag cartop carrier on the roof of an 07 Chevy Malibu. In the carrier was a full sized suitcase, 2 kid's backpacks, an overnight case, a military-sized duffle bag, and a few plastic sacks of dirty laundry.
We spent 5 days on the road with the Roofbag -- WITHOUT IT EVER NEEDING OUR ATTENTION. This, to me is a testament to its stability, its capacity, and its reliability. After filling it the morning of the 1st day, I adjusted it one time at our first stop, drawing in the straps a bit.
This is a really good product which does exactly as it advertises - It solves a real problem for those of us who do not have roof racks, at a good price. Good job - 5 stars - A fan after 2500 miles on the road.
Daniel Perez
Indianapolis, IN
What a find!!!! It has already paid for itself. Took a trip to Boston and my options were
to find a roof top carrier, take two cars, or rent a larger vehicle.
Considered the roof top boxes, but did not want to take up that much storage
in my garage or basement for something I would probably use once or twice a
year.
Purchased the 15 cu. ft. Cross Country, with three duffles, and the roof
mat, which means I also received the free storage bag.
When the package arrived
at the house, I couldn't believe how small the box was that it shipped in
and was a little concerned that I made a mistake. But I was amazed at the
quality of the bag and it performed beautifully.
We went through snow and
rain during our trip and everything was bone dry inside when we arrived.
After we got back, everything stowed away easily in the small storage bag.
Bob Begley
North Chili, NY
I bought the large waterproof Roofbag. Used it twice already and love it. Can fit so much stuff in it! On one trip it rained hard for 2 hours - nothing got wet. Great product. Thanks!
Robert Shakal
Westfield, NJ
I purchased the 15 cu. ft. Cross Country Roofbag several months ago. Since that time I have used it for long ans short trips. It is easy to store and use.
I not only used it for roof top, but also to keep my wife's mobility scooter dry during inclement weather, since my pickup has no cap for protection. I have found this product goes above and beyond its suggested uses.
I'm also amazed at the fact that everything actually stays dry. I had a similar product in the past which didn't work as well and I was somewhat hesitant to purchase another roof-type bag.
I am so pleased with the purchase of your product, that I tell everyone I know about it. A few of my friends have purchased them since, and are very pleased as well.
Thank you for making a quality product. More companies should follow suit. Then maybe American Made will mean something again.
Karl Schoch
Pittsburgh, PA
With the fire going on in California, RoofBag still kept up with letting me know about the RoofBag carrier I ordered. Not many companies I ordered from did that. Customer service means a lot to me. Since the service was so good, I can't wait to get the RoofBag. Thanks again.
Janelle Olson
Hubert, NC
Your website is great with complete and easy to understand information about your product. Appears to easily beat out the competition in quality for the price.
Alex Cockey
Gaston, NC
We used our new Roofbag on our trip to Nebraska from South Texas. On our way back,
it proved true to be waterproof. We drove through an ice storm with ice, sleet,
snow, and rain, and all of our things were still completely dry when we got home.
It has tons of storage, which made our long trip a little more comfortable. It's
a great product!! Worth every penny!!
Melody Bollom
Kingsville, TX
We received our Roofbag, installed it, filled it and then went on a 3500 mile trip.
There were four of us in a Chrysler Concord and the extra room for bags was wonderful.
We removed it during the trip at least half a dozen times and never once had an
issue of any kind. We even had several persons ask about it and we just pointed
to the address on the bag.
Thank you so much for being a part of our vacation to
the Grand Canyon, Painted Desert, Las Vegas, Hoover Dam and over 6 States...
Dave Thompson
Rolla, MO
We found the Roofbag
to be a well-made and well-designed carrier, and it worked well for carrying our
extra luggage.
Laurel Simon
Richardson, TX
I purchased a
RoofBag from you in July. My first impression of your staff and service was very
positive. Your focus on customer benefits starting with your effort to minimize
my cost of shipping and duties just made me feel I was dealing with the right company.
Next we used the Roof Bag on a 15-day road trip and went from traveling through
the hottest, driest conditions to traveling through driving rain storms out on the
pairies and through dessert conditions.
Every claim you make for your product is absolutely true. You should also claim
'DUST-PROOF' as well. We encountered some of the dustiest roads I have ever experienced
in decades of driving. No dust penetrated the Bag.
Thanks for your efforts to serve me well and thanks for a great product that I will
use for years to come.
P.S. The RoofBag now hangs in the storage pouch on the wall
of my garage. A great added feature.
Gary Bateman
Kitchener, ON, CANADA
I was extremely impressed with your outstanding web site at www.roofbag.com. You
certainly go to great detail to explain your Roofbag. The price is also very reasonable
with an extremely good warranty.
Your RoofBag sounds like a product that I would
like to buy. Again you appear to have an excellent product. Thank you very much!!
Paul Frizane
Mesa, Az
Awsome product!
Teofila Hollander
Pittsburgh, PA
The Roofbag worked
out great. We had no problems whatsoever. It was very easy to put on and off the
roof of the car.
The only way you could improve on your product would be to make
the storage pouch a little larger, (for ease of storing after use and also be able
to put the pad in the bag).
I have used the hard shell covers before, but I found
the Roofbag worked much better. I found you on the internet and ordering from you
was a great experience. I will definitely recommend you to all my family and friends.
Thank You.
Rita Walters
Prairieville, Louisiana
Note from RoofBag.com: We have increased
the size of the Storage Pouch since this suggestion. have increased
the size of the Storage Pouch since this suggestion.
I just wanted to let you know that the Roofbag worked out great for
my daughter. She found it easy to use, and packed in lots of stuff. Thanks again
for your followup and consideration.
Ross Archibald
Woonsocket, RI
When our daughter
decided to attend college 1000 miles from home, we considered getting her a SUV
to make the many trips back & forth but we really didn't want to because of environmental
concerns as well as initial cost and gas prices.
Your RoofBag turned out to be the answer to our dilemma! She now has a great little
car which she loves for getting around campus and saving on gas money, & she can
fit everything she needs in her car and the RoofBag when she comes home for vacation
and the summer.
It works great & stores easily in her small quarters at school. You saved us a ton
which we need for tuition, not to mention Spring Break trips,etc. Ha! This is a
great product for college students! Thanks!!!
Ray and Peg Witaske
St. Charles, IL
Hi. I received my 11 cu RoofBag yesterday and it's great! It fits my car wonderfully
and offers lots of additional storage space at low cost. I'm looking forward to
our camping trip next week to try it out. Thanks so much.
Lora Davis
Paonia, CO
Thank you for
your message to me. I LOVED my RoofBag that I just recently ordered. But, I need
another one now!
Tonya Judy
Burlington, VT
Hey thank you
so much! You guys definitely have integrity. You reimbursed me for the extra shipping
when you bundled my two orders in one. May the Lord return His blessings on you
for your honesty.
Steve Dodd
Escondido, CA
Got it today.
Thanks for the great customer service. I will be ordering from you again.
Tom Zimmerman
Richmond, VA
Thanks for the
speedy response! Your Customer Service is as friendly and professional as your website!
Since we feel good about your company, we just ordered the 15 cu. ft. RoofBag!
Vince Darcy
Seabrook, TX
Hi, thank you
for the RoofBag. My wife and I used it for eight weeks of vacation travel this summer.
It went through all kinds of weather conditions and worked fine. You would not believe
how much stuff we were able to cram into it.
Several people came up to us when we
would have our car parked in parking lots and asked us about it. We told them to
call the web site and get more info.
Paul Frizane
Mesa, AZ
Thank you for
your good service.
Diane Sanofsky
Canton, OH
Thank you! I loved
the roofbag.
Jay Bunke
Rochester, MN
Thank you so much
for the shipping notice. It was a very last minute decision to get a roof bag and
I am completely impressed with the customer service from your company.
Ethelannette McKernan
Stafford, VA
Thank you for
the excellent customer service!
Barbara Jensen
Tumwater, WA
I recently purchased
a
RoofBag,
used it on my trip from Illinois to South Carolina and I just wanted to let you
know that I was very pleased. It was easy to install on the top of the car, was
well constructed. The straps held it very securely and it rode extremely well, in
and out of the mountains.
I know all too often the public is eager to complain about
a product but seldom takes the time to let others know when they are pleased. Thank
you for your product. I really love it and will recommend it to others.
Laurie Williams
Yorkville, IL
Wow! That was
incredibly fast.
My son was graduating from college and being the procrastinator
he is, left packing until the last minute, and then discovered there was no way
he could fit everything in his car. Shipping it was a small fortune, and he had
to be out of his dorm room.
Fortunately, I ordered a RoofBag for his car, and the
RoofBag came in record time. This Saved the day!
Nancy Hill
Portland, OR
I have just completed
my order for your product. I did so after considerable market research and wanted
you to know why.
With all the issues we face each day everyone in our country needs
to make a decision to not give in to the urge for a lower price sacrificing quality
and keeping our land, our land.
Your product, while slightly higher priced than
others from places we all would not want to visit, far exceeds the inferior products
being offered out there. I look forward to using your product during our summer
vacation visiting places throughout the U.S.A.
Thanks for bringing this product
out on the internet and I will be telling others how to get the same. Thanks.
Royal Edmondson
Houston, TX
The Roofbag is
great. It fit on our Vibe car just like you said it would. It was easy to install
on the car and easy to load.
We drove from Minneapolis up North to Bemidji with
our 2 teen-age granddaughters in the car, all our luggage and theirs including life
jackets, etc.
The Roofbag was just great. It also survived the rain fine. And it
is so light and easy to throw around! Anyway, you make a good product, thank you.
Deborah Schreiber
Ventura, CA
Wow...what a GREAT
website you have! It's the only site I could find that gives any detailed info about
rooftop carriers. Thank you! Thanks for fully explaining your product!
Suzanne Kloss
Columbus, OH
Thank you very
much for your help and consideration. I will definitely keep Roofbag in mind. Your
product and your service are first rate and I will definitely recommend to family
and friends.
Fred Jensen
Buffalo, NY
The bag was for
my son, who was driving back to Baton Rouge from Bentonville, AR. He started off
Monday evening in a blinding rainstorm, and the bag held up great--nothing got wet.
Highly recommend this bag!
Henry Heck
Los Angeles, CA
Ordered 7PM Monday
--- received 9AM Tuesday. You guys are great!
Many Thanks."
Ron Bond
Philadelphia, PA
Just back from
a week near Lake Superior. 30-40 mph winds did not move our Roof Bag one inch. No
rain leaked into the carrier either. A fantastic product.
Thanks to all of you for
making it possible for us to have one, and for making enough room in the Forester
for the dog to come along with us. We will be telling everyone we know how great
you are...
Kim Kreiger, Scott and Jersey
Arlington, WI
As a healthcare
traveler, my family and I go all over the country. We were in RI and headed for
home finding ourselves with way too much stuff to fit in our car.
I orderd the RoofBag
and it was delivered fast. There was a problem with shipping (box torn open) and
straps were not received.
Your customer service was outstanding and replaced the
lost straps quickly. The bag was easy to load and secure to the top of my car (no
rack).
The weather on our 1200 mile trip back home was terrible. We have been driving through
rain, hail, high winds.. you name it.
All our belongings have stayed nice, dry,
and undamaged. Without our RoofBag, we would have been forced to pay hundreds of
dollars to ship many of our things home, but the RoofBag, we can use again and again!
Thanks so much for a wonderful product.
Susan Dever
Westerly, RI
Just wated to
give some positive feedback. We just returned from a 700+ mile trip and the Roofbag
performed great.
All the previous reviews were right on the money. Roofbag is now
stored in the bag and hanging in the garage. I will recommend this to all my friends!
Keep up the great work. Made in USA is what sold me!
Sam Engilsh
Keller, TX
Thank you for getting back to me so quickly and answering my questions regarding your products. We are looking forward to our first vacation without a crowded car!
Bonnie Weaver
Lancaster, PA
We just completed
a 2,000 mile trip with the Cross Country Roofbag. What an excellent product. When
we began our trip, we were in the middle of a Nor'easter, driving rain coupled with
40+mph winds.
Not once did the bag come loose, nor did it leak. It truly held up
to your weatherproof claim.
I would recommend this product to anyone who needs the
extra space. This product is truly easy to use and held everything we needed with
plenty of room to spare.
Danny Leek
Chesapeake, VA
I recently purchased
your Cross Country RoofBag and was very happy with the service and quality that
I received. I purchased the bag with hopes to use it for our next trip which happened
to be be 5 days later. I received the bag with a day to spare.
During the first
use, it rained for the entire 400 mile trip. I was apprehensive, but the bag performed
very well. Thanks for the good quality product and fast shipping. I would highly
recommend RoofBag to anyone needing some extra space. Thanks.
Tim Pruitt
Circle Roswell, GA
I just wanted
to email you to say your product is fantastic! We drove from Maryland to Florida
for holiday leave during torrential rains and all of the contents were bone dry!!
It also looked a lot better on the van than some of those bulkier hard top carriers.
SSG Carmen Russo - US Army
Brooklyn, MD
Just wanted to
let you know that the RoofBag worked wonderfully on our recent trip to Florida (we
live in Ohio). There was a little bit of road noise, but once we adjusted the luggage,
it was minimal.
It rained considerably on the last day of our trip and the luggage
inside of the Roofbag stayed nice and dry. I would recommend your product to my
friends and family. Definite quality for the money! Thanks again.
Robin Merideth
Akron, OH
I was VERY pleased
with my RoofBag's first trip from which I have just returned. After loading the
bag with lots of gear, I went to West Texas where it was subjected to cold, freezing
rain, snow and then a lot of rain.
Nothing got damp, and the bag looks great. I
am more than satisfied with the quality of your product and with the personal attention
that I received. Keep up the good work.
Martin Nelson
Sour Lake, TX
I have had your
rooftop carrier for about three months now. It's been a life-saver.
I go out of
town maybe once a month for social gatherings and space can be a bit hard to come
by when you've packed everything you need for a full weekend of fun. Now my girlfriend
and I can bring two other people with plenty of room left in our trunk for extra
baggage.
Thanks for a quality product that hasn't let us down in the slightest bit.
It's the best investment that our house has made all year.
Billy Clark
Atlanta, GA
Great product!!!
We took your bag on a 3300 mile trip through snow, rain, and high winds.
Not a leak
or other problem to report, couldn't even find a scuff mark. Wiped it clean with
Armor-All and stored it in the handy storage bag. Thanks for such a great and in-expensive
product and great service and support.
Jonh Levis
Lakeside, AZ
I am looking forward
to using the RoofBag on my trip to St. Louis and then to Clearwater for a month.
I take my Golden Retriever along and my gem cutting equipment. So I needed a place
for "stuff". You bag will fill the bill.
I was impressed with you website. Everything is explained, easy to understand and
effortless ordering. You have done a nice job on the business functions.
As for service, impeccable. Simply couldn't be better. And with the 24/7 customer
service, who could ask for anything more? Hats off to your organization, a "first
class" company. Thanks again, and I'll let you know how my trip was in a few months.
And now "It's escape from Chicago"!
Carl Swensen
Lake in the Hills, IL
I recently purchased
a Roofbag for a family ski trip. It was my first roof-top carrier purchase, and
I must admit that I was nervous about the stuff I stored atop my in-laws GMC.
We
could not have chosen a worse day for travel. Sixty mph wind gusts in the Texas
panhandle meant blowing dust. The same winds in NM meant blizzard and white-out
conditions. Ice and snow in CO made for a fitting end of the trip.
And the Roofbag
overcame it all. Inside the duffel bags, my clothes were dry and dirt free. I was
amazed, and I thought you would like to know that I put your product to the test,
and it passed. Sincerely,
Chad Chaddick
Borger, TX
I bought my RoofBag last year. I have taken it from Sewanee, TN to Naples, FL, and back. Also used it on a round trip to Atlanta. It is a great product.
John Herring
Sewanee, TN
Last summer we planned a 5500 km road trip to the east coast of Canada and then down into the States - 6 people with lots of camping equipment in a Safari. To avoid taking two vehicles I researched carriers and ordered your Roofbag.
It came very quickly (less than a week). We were absolutely amazed at how much we could put into the Roofbag (6 sleeping bags, 6 folding chairs, 3 large duffel bags, 6 blankets & 6 pillows!!).
It made the entire journey much more comfortable with all the space we had inside the vehicle.
The carrier never made a sound and kept its contents dry throughout the trip. We couldn't imagine having done the trip without your Roofbag - what a fantastic product! (and so easy to store) - you get lots of advertising from us in Ontario!
Ruth Thomson
Mississauga, ON, Canada
We used our new Roofbag on our trip to Nebraska from south Texas. On our way back, it proved true to be waterproof.
We drove through an ice storm with ice, sleet, snow, and rain, and all of our things were still completely dry when we got home. It has tons of storage, which made our long trip a little more comfortable. It's a great product!! Worth every penny!!
Melody Bollom
Kingsville, TX
Easy, simple, but weather proof! My son and I went camping this weekend
and I could finally pack a whole campsite worth of stuff into my little
car because of your product.!
It is sturdy, simple and can handle the
elements! The dufflebags made packing so much easier, too! I have
recommended your product already! Thanks for making a great American
product!
Ernest Montoya
San Antonio, TX
The 15 cubic ft. Roofbag we recently purchased for our family vacation was an excellent investment. It held a large amount of baggage securely. There was very little drag on the car's aerodynamics and no change in gas mileage.
It proved to be durable and leak proof even on a day's travel with heavy rains. It folds well into the small storage bag to sit well on the closet shelf. The non-skid pad provided kept the bag in proper place on our vehicle.
Anonymous
I just got back from traveling North Carolina ... traveling thru the bad storms that are hitting the east coast.
The Cross Country bag I bought a few weeks back did great! I work in the textile/RF welding & Sewing industry.
I am VERY impressed w/ the quality of your product. I also ordered the slip-in duffle bags, extra straps and the case. Nice Stuff! Thanks again for helping to make our trip more enjoyable.
Jim Blair
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
I'm a retired military who has worked in the area of customer service for over twenty years, and I just want you all to know that the service I received from Roofbag customer service was very helpful in my decision on buying your product.
And I will refer all my friends and family as well. Thank you for your assistance!
Mark DeLoach
Hampton, VA
We purchased the Explorer RoofBag approximately two weeks before our trip from St. Louis to Myrtle Beach. We received the RoofBag one week before our departure date.
We left St. Louis in a steady rain, which was moving in the same direction we were. It rained all the way from St. Louis to Knoxville, TN.
Everything in our RoofBag remained completely dry. The ride was so quiet, that we would forget it was on our roof, even in the heavy downfalls of rain.
We have a 01 CRV and the smaller Explorer Bag fit perfectly. We purchased two additional straps, but could have gotten by with just the two already included with the bag.
It is amazing how much extra space we had inside the CRV. Our teenage daughters appreciated not having stuff crammed on the floorboard between them.
We saw other cars with RoofBags while on our trip. We also saw other types of roof bags, which had various colors of duct tape. We're glad we purchased our carrier from RoofBag. Thank you for providing a very reliable and dependable product.
Terri Ott
St. Charles, MO
Thanks so much. I must say that ordering from you all has been a pleasure. Everyone from the time I placed the order until today has been nothing but kind and helpful. You don't find that a lot in today's world. I will highly recommend your company to anyone. Thanks again.
Anonymous
Excellent product. Nicely priced.
Sven Bridstrup
Warrenton, VA
I spoke with one of your customer representatives earlier this morning. While I do not recall her name, she was *extremely* helpful, to the point, and answered all of my questions. Kind thanks!
Mark Warhola
Chicago, IL
I purchased the 15 cu. ft. Explorer with three duffle bags (a must have
accessory). We traveled nine hours to S. Padre Island, TX in our Caravan
and the Roofbag exceeded my expectations.
There was virtually no movement
using the two provided straps, which included superb instructions on how to
properly secure the bag. On the way home we drove through a severe
thunderstorm. In fact, I had to slow down to 40 mph just to see the
highway.
Upon our arrival I was pleased to see that the duffle bags were
completely dry. I patted myself on the back for making a great purchase and
now I salute you guys for manufacturing such a fine product at a fair price.
By the way, we used one of the duffle bags for dirty cloths during our
week long stay. I can't say enough about how much easier the roof bag made
our trip.
The kids had more room to stretch out and I was able to take
things that I would have otherwise left behind. I did bring my step ladder
to make loading and unloading easier on the other end.
We may start using
the Roofbag for shorter trips just so we can bring more stuff.
Sean Dupre
Lufkin, TX
We got our Roofbag on time and it was a smap to get ready. Used it to go on vacation in No. Wisconsin for the week and it performed wonderfully. Thank you for making a great product that I'm sure we'll get years of use out of.
Amy Hennessey
Oakdale, MN
I found the bag to be wonderful. It is user-friendly allowing for portability, convenience and piece of mind not being concerned where I would store it once I reached my destination, simply fold and store in its own carrying bag.
I am a vertically challenged individual, however the bag was very manageable. I have not had the opportunity to travel during inclement weather, however its rugged and durable construction appears to be able to maintain the weatherproofing that is advertised.
I also greatly appreciate the fact that it has been made in the USA. We need more companies like RoofBag.com Thank you for your quality product and your commitment to our country.
Lovenia Lewis
Harrisburg, PA
Had the opportunity to call customer service with a question - very nice, professional, and knowledgeable. That's a pleasure!
Danford Barney
Colorado Springs, CO
This is a wonderful product!! We wanted to take our kids camping but weren't
sure how to pack everything into our sedan.
I came across the
Roofbag website and was amazed that there was a product for car without roof
racks. Reading through the information we decided to purchase a bag.
It
was a great decision!!! We packed our camping gear and had a wonderful
time. The bag is well constructed and worth every penny.
We returned in a
downpour and nothing in the bag got wet!!! It is easy to pack and unpack,
installation is a breeze, and storage of the bag is compact.
This is top
rate company with excellent customer service. I will purchase again from
them. I'm eyeing those duffle bags - neat idea!!!
Thank you again for
making such a quality product and helping us make are camping trip
possible.
Kathy Allan
Aurora, IL
Anonymous feedback left in Bizrate/Shopzilla:
My son had one
and when I saw it and he told me how easy it is to use I had to have one. So far
it has been great. We took a trip with it last week and it performed very well.
RoofBag was the
only roof bag I could find that did not require a roof rack. I filled the bag FULL
and drove 680 miles with it on top of my 2 door Honda Civic and it worked PERFECTLY!
THANKS!
We ordered our
Roofbag at the last minute for a X-mas trip and it arrived exactly on the day it
was promised. The availability of the tracking information was accurate and the
link was convenient to use.
Good product!
I traveled from California to Louisiana and had no problems with your product.
I was very pleased
with my order and the order process.
Great email communication
and fast shipping! thank you for your professionalism.
Quick delivery
all the way to Australia. Good quality and well priced product. Family now travel
in comfort with lots of space in the cabin.
The product is
just as advertised. High quality materials and workmanship. Easy to find on the
internet through Google. Cost effective alternative to the hard-plastic roof shells
that are at least $200- $300 dollars each and more difficult and cumbersome to mount
or remove.
We used the product
for our Thanksgiving trip to Missouri from Georgia. It worked wonderfully.
We went on vacation
a few days after our Roofbag arrived. It rained during our drive and when we got
to our destination and unloaded, we found everything to be dry.
Excellent online
buying experience! Affordable pricing. Easy to install.
I checked with
several local retailers and found your product to be superior for the price.
Great to find
a light-weight roof carrier.
Great service
and product.
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