How Easy is it to Open the Thule Force 3 L Sport Rooftop Cargo Box TH77SA?
Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/06/2025 >
Question:
How easy is it to open and close this Thule box? Ive had some where the lid was so flimsy that the lid was very difficult to open and close.
asked by: Denny Y
Expert Reply:
Hey Denny! So long as you do not overload the Thule Force 3 L Sport Rooftop Cargo Box item # TH77SA it's pretty easy to open and close. It has dual-sided access, which means you can open it on both sides of your vehicle for added convenience. The latch can be opened using only a finger and thumb. You're going to want to be careful opening it in the wind though.
What kind of vehicle are you looking to mount this cargo box on?
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Thule Force 3 Sport Rooftop Cargo Box - 11 cu ft
- Roof Box
- Aero Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Long Length
- High Profile
- Large Capacity
- Dual Side Access
- Black
- Thule
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Jerred H.
10/27/2025
Hey Denny, how did the Thule Force 3 Sport cargo box work out for you when opening and closing it? Did the dual-sided access make things easier for loading and unloading? Your experience could help others deciding on a similar setup.