Expert Answers about Cargo Bags

• How Much Does the Thule Crossover Backpack Weigh
• The Thule Crossover Backpack # THTCDP-1 that you referenced is very lightweight. It only weighs 1.27 lbs. Check out the review video for this product that I attached.
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• Are the Side Pockets of the Classic Accessories Evolution Rear Rack Bag Cooler Lined
• I spoke with my contact at Classic Accessories and on the Evolution rear rack bag # 052963781861 both of the side storage compartments are cooler lined. Please keep in mind that if using the side pockets to keep things cool you will want to use those sealed coolers like you would put in a lunch box. Ice or water will leak out.
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• Can the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag # 59102 Be Opened With Tie-Down Straps Attached To Cargo Carrier
• The tie down straps on the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, part # 59102 are attached to the top of the bag. When the tie down straps are secured to the cargo carrier and tightened down it will not allow you to get inside the bag completely unless the tie down straps are removed from their tie down points. You still might be able to open the zipper and reach inside, but it would be hard to get anything out of the bag if the tie downs are tightened down. I am including a link to a video review on t
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• Will SportRack Cargo Bag for Hitch Mounted Carriers, Part # A21120B, Work on Masterbuilt Carrier
• The SportRack 10 Cubic Foot Cargo Bag for Hitch Mounted Cargo Carriers, part # A21120B. is designed by SportRack to fit their own hitch-mount cargo carriers (such as their # A30850 folding unit) but this does not prevent it from being used with other brands of cargo carriers of appropriate size and shape. The SportRack carrier for which this bag is intended (the A30850) measures 20 inches x 60 inches inside the rails. The bag itself measures 19 inches x 60 inches. Although your carrier is
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• Thule Crossover Backpack Recommendation for Transporting a Gamer Laptop
• I believe the Thule Crossover Laptop Backpack # THTCBP-217BGD would be the best solution for you. This bag can carry laptops with dimensions up to 17-3/4 inches tall x 11 inches wide x 1-1/5 inches deep and is designed to carry up to the 17 inch MacBook Pro so either of your laptops should fit in this bag with ease. The # THTCBP-117BGD that you referenced is slightly smaller and does not have the volume to fit your 16.7inch x 11inch x 2.25inch laptop as it is limited to transporting laptops w
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• Recommended Roof Top Cargo Bag for 2000 Toyota Sienna with no Crossbars
• The Highland KarPak Rooftop Cargo Bag, part # 1039800 is a large soft-sided bag that is fairly aerodynamic. The bag has a 10 cubic foot capacity that can be expanded to 15 feet by opening some zippers. The bag is capable of being attached to the side rails on your roof. Adding crossbars like part # TH45050 would provide additional stability and attachment points for the bag, but they are not required. The KarPak is our most popular rooftop bag, and is highly rated by our customers. The bag is
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• What is the Dimension of the Main Center Compartment on SportRack Cargo Bags # A21120B
• I went to the warehouse and measured the SportRack Cargo Bags, part # A21120B. The cargo bag has one main compartment that measures 44 inches long x 19 inches wide x 16 inches tall. It also has two separate side compartments (one on each end) that will measure 8 inches long x 19 inches wide x 12 inches tall. I have included a short video that will show you how I measured the cargo bag.
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• How To Strap Down the Etrailer Cargo Bag # 988501 In The Bed Of a Truck
• To tie down the etrailer Cargo bag, part # 988501, inside your truck bed I would recommend to inspect the inside of your truck bed and see if there are any tie-down points or hooks located at the front, back and/or sides of the truck bed. On many of the newer trucks they will usually have tie-down points located in the truck bed to tie-down any cargo. You could use the straps that come with the cargo bag or you could also use a truck bed cargo net that will tie-down and trap or hold your carg
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• Will the 36x20 Inch ATV Cargo Carrier and 35x19x12 inch ATV Cargo Carrier Bag Work Together
• You can mount the 35 x 19 x 12 inch ATV Cargo Carrier Bag, # TR65860, on the 36 x 20 inch ATV cargo carrier, # TR65855, and it would work well, the straps would line up good and it would look good behind the vehicle. The bag is made of premium quality rainproof material that will keep out the elements in most situations, but is not waterproof to the degree that it it could be submerged in water. With this cargo carrier the 150 lb capacity when used in a vehicle hitch must not be exceeded
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• Can the Thule Crossover Laptop Backpack Accommodate an IBM Laptop
• As long as the dimensions of your IBM Laptop do not exceed 15-1/2 long by 10-1/2 wide by 1 inch thick, it will fit nicely in the Thule Crossover 25 Liter Laptop Backpack, part # THTCBP-117BGD.
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• Recommended Roof Top Cargo Bar for Mini Clubman
• The Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, part # 59102 is really designed for use on a hitch mounted cargo carrier. If your roof rack on your Clubman has cross bars, in order to use that particular bag you would need a roof basket like The Rola Roof Mounted Cargo Basket, part # 59504. I would recommend using a bag that is specifically designed for use on a vehicle roof. The Highland KarPak, part # 1039800 with a 10 cubic foot capacity is expandable to 15 cubic feet. The bag is equipped with straps th
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• Will an Apple iPad Fit in the Crossover Laptop Backpack and Will it Keep Things Dry
• I went out to the warehouse and pulled a Thule Crossover Laptop Backpack, # THTCBP-117BGD. I used an actual iPad and it does fit inside. There is some extra space but the bag is padded and it will protect the iPad even though it is smaller than a MacBook. The bag also has draw straps on each side that will allow you to tighten up the bag so the contents inside will be a little more snug. The bag is water resistant but not water proof. This means that it resists water and will do a good jo
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• Cargo Bag Recommendation for a 51x17-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch Mount Cargo Carrier
• If your cargo carrier is flat without raised side rails, then the Highland cargo Bag, # 1041700, would be a good fit, even though it would overhang just a little on each side. If properly secured, it would not be an issue. If the cargo carrier does have raised rails, you would have to tuck in the bag. This would mean you would not be able to use the full 13 cubic feet as the bag would be tucked into the same dimensions of the cargo carrier. On the plus side this could help secure it (though i
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• What Material is the etrailer Cargo Bag Made of and What Size Carriers Will it Fit
• Depending on the height of the cargo carrier and how far away it is from the exhaust will determine on if the bag is in jeopardy or not. If the exhaust exits at a downward angle, there should not be any problem. But if it exits directly at the carrier, there could be problems if it is too close. The etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag, # 988501, is made of very heavy duty PVC coated nylon ripstop material that is rainproof and heavily constructed. Under normal driving conditions, a ten
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• Can I Attach Extra Large Cargo Carrier # 988501 To Roof Of Vehicle
• You would want to use a cargo bag designed to be mounted to the roof of vehicles. The item you selected, Extra Large Cargo Carrier, part # 988501 is not rated or designed for use on top of a vehicle, it is designed to be used on a hitch mounted cargo carrier. For a roof mounted cargo bag, I would recommend the Rightline Gear Cargo Bag, part # RL100S30, which has 18 cubic feet of cargo room. This cargo bag will attach to a roof rack, or can be used on a bare roof by running the straps through
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• Will the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag # 59102 Fit into a Smaller Cargo Rack
• The Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, part # 59102 measures 19 inches wide. It is an expandable bag with a soft bottom so it can be stuffed into a cargo rack that is 17-1/2 inches wide, you will just lose some of the cubic feet of storage. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Rola cargo bag and a video link of the cargo bag being installed on a hitch cargo carrier.
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• Best Way to Keep a Rola Expandable Cargo Bag # 59102 Secure from Thieves Overnight
• With a sharp enough knife or blade you could cut through this Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, part # 59102. However, due to how thick and strong the material is it would be prove to be difficult. Unfortunately for us honest citizens, a determined thief will usually find a way to get what they want. Your best bet would be to take the bag and bring it into the hotel room with you so you would not have to worry about it.
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• Does the Tow Ready Cargo Bag, # TR65860, Have a Rigid Frame
• I went out to the warehouse to pull a Tow Ready Cargo Bag, # TR65860, to examine it more closely. Right away, I could see that this bag did not have a rigid frame because it comes packaged in its original box, folded up. I took the bag out to get a better look at it. The bag is stiff, but flexible. Since the bag measures 35 inches long by 19 inches wide, it would be a tight fit in a 32 x 17 inch basket, especially in the corners where you have to account for extra width and length. The Classi
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• Rolling Waterproof Cargo Bag # 10396 Recommendation
• You would want a Waterproof Roof Top Luggage with Wheels, part # 10396. This cargo bag features a set of wheels and a handle that would allow you to transport like a suitcase by holding onto the handle and rolling it behind you.
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• Recommendation For Rooftop Cargo Bag For 1998 Buick Le Sabre
• Ideally you would want to attach a rooftop cargo carrier bag to the vehicles roof rack. In your case your vehicle does not have a roof rack, so you could either install a roof rack, or use a rooftop cargo bag that does not require a roof rack. Since your Buick Le Sabre does not have a roof rack, I would recommend using the Yakima GetOut Pro # Y07188, which does not require a roof rack. Part # Y07188 features extended straps that run through the inside of your car and along the roof. The it
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• Can 2 of the Rola Expandable Cargo Bags # 59102 be Used on a Ford Expedition with Luggage Rack
• Two of the Rola Expandable Cargo Bags, item # 59102, could be used on the roof of your Expedition with luggage rack, as long as you stay within the manufacturers weight limit for the Expedition roof and secure the bags properly. The roof weight limit is usually listed in the owners manual, if not you will need to contact the dealer to obtain that information. Each bag comes with 6 tie down straps, so you may not need extras, but if you find that you do, I would recommend the SportRack Spor
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• Will Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, # 59102 Fit Curt 20x60 Folding Cargo Carrier, # C18131
• The Curt 20x60 Folding Cargo Carrier, # C18131, measures 20 inches by 60 inches internally, so the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, # 59102, will fit. It will be a snug fit, but it will fit. The tightness of the fit will actually help to keep it in place while loaded on the cargo carrier. I have included a link to the installation details and a link to a video review for reference.
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• Will Laptop, School Books, And Gym Shoes Fit Inside The Thule 20 Liter Cargo Bag # THTCBP-117BGD
• I looked up the actual length in inches of your womens size 9 tennis shoes and it was 9-5/16 inches. The Thule Crossover 20 Liter Cargo Bag, part # THTCBP-117BGD measures 18-9/10 inches long x 13-1/4 inches wide x 6-7/10 inches thick. I spoke with the person here that did the video review of the Thule cargo bags and he thought that the Thule 20 liter cargo bag might be too small to also fit your gym shoes. He said it would work great for your laptop, school books and other smaller items, but
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• Does Classic MotorCycle Tailpack Bag # 052963737271 Fasten To Classic Saddle Bag Set # 052963737073
• When installing the Classic Accessories Motorcycle Tailpack Bag, part # 052963737271, to your Honda VFR motorcycle you can just attach it directly to the bike or it can be installed with the Classic Accessories Motorcycle Saddle Bag Set, part # 052963737073. When installing the Tailpack bag with the saddle bags you will not need to use the provided straps. Instead, attach the female buckles at the corners of the Tailpack Bag to the male buckles on the seat side of each Saddle Bag. This is a u
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• Will The Asus G37jh Laptop Fit In The Thule Crossover Laptop Backpack # THTCBP-117BGD
• The Thule Crossover Laptop Backpack, part # THTCBP-117BGD, is designed to hold up to a 17 inch MacBook Pro or any laptop of comparable size. The dimensions on the 17 Inch MacBook Pro are 15.47 inches wide x 10.51 inches depth x .98 inches height. Looking up your Asus G37jh laptop, it showed dimensions of 11.7 inches wide x 8.2 inches depth x 1.3 inches height. If those are the dimensions on your laptop you will be able to fit the Asus laptop in the Thule bag and not have to force the zipper s
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• Will The etrailer Cargo Bag # 988501 On A Cargo Carrier Interfere With Exhaust On A 2010 Ford Flex
• The Tow Ready 24x60 Railed Cargo Carrier, part # 63153, has an angled shank which will raise the carrier 2-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch receiver opening. This distance will help the cargo carrier clear the area where the exhaust gases would exit from the tailpipes. You can measure up 2-1/2 inches from the center of your hitch receiver on your 2010 Ford Flex and see where the cargo carrier would be located on your vehicle in relation to the tailpipes. I am including a picture of the
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• Can The Thule 38 Liter Bag Fit Inside Thule 60 Liter Bag
• I walked out to our warehouse to checkout the Thule Crossover Rolling Luggage Set, part # THTCRU-12N. I found that the 38 liter bag comes shipped from Thule inside the 60 liter bag. Yes, the 38 liter bag will fit inside the 60 liter bag. I have linked video reviews of the Thule bags included in the Thule Crossover Rolling Luggage Set, part # THTCRU-12N, that shows the features of the luggage bags.
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• Comparison of Highland Cargo Carrier Bag Part # 1041700 and Rola Expandable Cargo Bag Part # 59102
• Both the Highland Hitch Mounted Cargo Carrier Bag, part # 1041700, and the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, part # 59102 are designed to fit in a hitch-mounted cargo carrier. I walked out to our warehouse to checkout the Highland and Rola Cargo Carrier Bags. Both bags seem to be of good quality and have a similar design. In terms of use the Rola Bag will zip open on the front and both sides, where the Highland Bag only zips open on the front and on one side. For storage capacity, the Highla
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• Can The Extra Large Cargo Bag, # 988501, Fit On A 20 Inch X 60 inch Cargo Carrier
• The Extra Large Cargo Bag, # 988501, measures 54 inches long by 24 inches wide, so it will work best on a 24 X 60 cargo carrier. It is a soft flexible bag and will fit most cargo carriers. It will work on your 20 X 60 cargo carrier with no problem. The full width of the 24 inch cargo bag will not be used on a 20 inch wide carrier. I also have the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, # 59102, which is expandable. It will fit both the 20 X 60 cargo carrier and the 24 X 60 cargo carrier. I am sending v
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• What Are the Dimensions of Classic Accessories ATV Rear Rack Organizer, # 052963725599
• I went out to the warehouse and pulled a Classic Accessories ATV Rear Rack Organizer, # 052963725568, to measure. The organizer is 33-1/2 inches long by 18 inches wide by 7-3/4 inches high.
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• Suitability of etrailer.com Cargo Bag Part # 988501 for Use in Freezing Weather
• The etrailer.com cargo bag is constructed of a heavy PVC coated nylon. The bag is rainproof, and should easily withstand freezing weather. This is our most popular cargo bag, and we have received great reviews about it. For more information about this product, follow the link below to our product demonstration video.
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• Can etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag, # 988501 Be Used on the Roof of a Chevy Suburban
• The etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag, # 988501, is designed for use on a hitch mounted carrier and is not rated or designed for use on top of a vehicle. The roof top cargo bag that is most like the etrailer bag is the GearCage Cargo Carrier and Roof Mount, # 5801000. This bag is designed to fit in the GearCage cargo carrier, but it is also rated for use on a vehicle roof like your Chevy Suburban. To use any roof bag, you will at least need side rails that run front to back. It is
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• Distance Bewteen Top Straps on Classic Accessories Motorcycle Saddle Bag Set
• For Classic Accessories Motorcycle Saddle Bag Set, # 052963737073, the distance between the straps, for outside edge to outside edge, is 8-3/4 inches when perpendicular to the saddle bags. They can be somewhat adjusted, but not by much. Each strap is 2 inches wide.
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• Availability of a Cargo Carrier Bag to Fit a 60 by 19 inch Cargo Carrier
• The best fit bag for a 60 inch by 19 inch cargo carrier would be the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, # 59102. It measures 48 inches by 19 inches by 18 inches high. The height can expand to 22 inches high. I have included a link to the installation details and a video review for you. The back is not waterproof but is weather resistant. It is possible that water could get inside in a hard rain. Anything you do not want to get wet should be put in plastic bags.
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• Will the Rola Cargo Bag # 59102 Work with the Tow Ready 20 x 48 Cargo Carrier # 63155
• Yes, the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, item # 59102, will fit nicely in the Tow Ready Cargo Carrier, item # 63155. The bag will conform to the sides of the cargo carrier and has 6 tie down straps to secure the bag and cargo inside. You may want to consider the Light Kit for Draw-Tite, Tow Ready, and Rola Railed Cargo Carriers, item # 20174, if the taillights on your vehicle will be blocked when using the bag or cargo carrier.
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• Do the ATV Tank Cargo Bags Interfere with Your Knees When Riding
• I have used a set of tank mounted cargo bags like the Classic Accessories ATV Tank Cargo Bag item # 052963777079 many times. These bags have never been an issue and I did not even notice them being there, except when I needed something out of them. Unless you have very long legs I do not believe the bags will interfere with riding in any way. When you stand and lean forward, like going up a steep incline, to transfer your weight forward you will notice the bags against the lower part of your thi
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• Does the Zipper on etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag Run Along 3 Sides
• We have one of these set up in our show room and the zipper does go along three sides of the bag. These bags work very well at protecting the cargo on a carrier from the rain. I have included a link to a video reviewing the bag.
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• What Cargo Carriers Will Fit etrailer.com Cargo Bag Part # 988501
• The bag measures 54 inches long by 24 inches wide, so I would recommend a 24x60 cargo carrier. It is a soft flexible bag, and will fit most cargo carriers, but you would get the most out of a 24x60 cargo carrier. Our 24x60 cargo carriers will only fit 2 inch hitches, so if you have a 1-1/4 inch hitch, you would have to use a smaller carrier and bag or replace the hitch with a 2 inch version. I personally have Tow Ready part # 63153 with the optional tail light kit part # 20174 and it works gr
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• Material Thickness of the etrailer.com Cargo Bag # 988501
• The etrailer.com bag, part # 988501, is made of a very heavy duty PVC coated nylon ripstop material that is rainproof and heavily constructed. These are our best selling cargo bags and customer reviews are great for this item. There is no mention on the packaging or on the bag of the thickness of the material, but I would say that it is thicker than a pair of jeans or even a nice duffel bag for sure. This bag would work great for transporting duffel bags in the back of your pickup and should
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• Can the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag # 59102 Be Used on the Roof Rack of a Jeep Cherokee
• The Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, item # 59102, would most likely work on your Jeep Cherokee roof rack. This bag has a maximum capacity of 11-1/2 cubic feet. The largest roof top bag that we carry is the etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag, 20 cubic feet, item # 988501. The bag would need to be secured to the roof rack and would be held more securely if you have crossbars on the factory raised rails.
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• Is The Classic Accessories Evolution Rear Rack Bag Available in Black?
• We have added the Classic Accessories Evolution bag in black to our site and it is now available. You can find it at the link attached.
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• What Material Is The etrailer.com Bag Made Of
• I went to out to our warehouse and pulled one of the etrailer.com bags. The etrailer.com bag, part number 988501, is made of a very heavy duty PVC coated nylon ripstop material that is rainproof and heavily constructed. These are our best selling cargo bags and customer reviews are great for this item. There is no mention on the packaging or on the bag of a name of the material. I also called the manufacturer and they said the name of the material is proprietary and will not give out a brand na
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• Does the Classic Accessories Motorcycle Saddle Bag Set fit Harley Soft Tail Custom?
• Since this is a universal fit, I am confident it will. Here is why: the dual saddle bags attach with adjustable rubberized straps and quick-release buckles. As long as you have something to attach it to, you should be good to go.
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• Dimensons of the Classic Accessories Motorcycle Saddle Bag Set by MotoGear
• The outside dimensions of the Saddle bags are 15-1/2 inches long X 6-1/4 inches wide X 10 inches high. They are attached to the motorcycle with rubberized straps and quick release buckles and do not require mounting hardware. The rain covers do not have a heat shield on the bottom to protect the cover, but the bag is still protected beneath the rain cover.
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• Motorcycle Saddle Bag 052963737073 Dimensions
• The dimensions are 15.5 inches L X 6.25 inches W X 10 inches H.
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• Can the etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Bag # 988501 Be Used on the Roof of a 2008 Dodge Nitro
• The etrailer.com bag, item # 988501, is not recommended to be used as a rooftop cargo bag, due to the size and height of the bag. As long as your vehicle has a roof rack to tie a bag down to, I would recommend the Thule Tahoe Expandable Roof Rack Cargo Bag, part # TH867. This bag offers 15 cubic feet of storage area, and can be expanded to 17 cubic feet by simply opening a zipper. The bag easily collapses into its own storage bag, and is covered by a limited lifetime warranty.
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• What are the Dimensions of the Classic Accessories Motorcycle Helmet Bag?
• The dimensions of the Classic Accessories Helmet Bag, product number 052963737974, are 15.5 inches in length, 14 inches wide, and 9.5 inches high. It is typically considered to be a one size fits all; however, in your case I recommend measuring due to the larger size of your helmet.
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• Classic Accessories Motorcycle Tank Bag 052963737172 Dimensions
• The Classic Accessories Motorcycle Tank Bag is 11 inches in length, 8-1/4 inches in width, and 6-1/2 inches in height. It is adjustable and will fit a variety of motorcycles. It offers a scratch resistant, non-slip bottom for the bike, and provides protection from the elements for your personal items.
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• Trailer Hitch Mount Aluminum Cargo Carrier Availability
• Yes, we carry aluminum cargo carriers. Check out the MaxxTow Cargo Carrier # MT70108 or the Curt Carrier # C18100. Since these carriers are aluminum they will not rust and they will be light weight. The Rola Expandable Cargo Bag # 59102 that you referenced would work great in either carrier also.
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• Will the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag Fit on the Rola Polypropylene Cargo Carrier
• Yes, the Rola Expandable Cargo Bag, part # 59102, will fit just fine on the Rola Polypropylene Cargo Carrier, part # 59500.
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• Portability of Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag , Part # 998501
• The etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag, part # 988501 is held onto the cargo carrier with a series of straps. You would be able to undo the straps and store the bag inside your vehicle very easily.
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• Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag Can Fit on a Smaller Carrier
• Yes, the etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Carrier Bag, item # 988501 will fit on your cargo carrier. The bag has a soft bottom and you will be able to fit it into your 21 inch x 60 inch cargo carrier.
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