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Subaru Thule extended cargo box vs Thule force xt xl box

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I was looking to purchase one of the two boxes. Appears that both have similar specs. Does anyone own either box and can share their option or reason for choosing one over the other?

Thank you!


 
Discussion starter · #5 ·
Thank you everyone for your response and sharing your thoughts. I ordered the Force XT XXL. I really liked how the Motion looked but was really worried how the gloss finish would handle some of the elements and getting scratched. I went with the XXL size because thinking about how much crap we carry when traveling. It would be nice put everything on top and let our 3 dogs have a more comfortable ride. I was a bit concerned about the length of the box but I saw some pictures online of the Yakmia skybox 21 on an Ascent and it fit perfect, any bigger it would have issues with the hatch.

the XXL was on back order for REI so hopefully mid January I'll get a chance to test it out and post some pictures.
 
Discussion starter · #10 ·
Nice. Those are the same reasons I went for the force xt.

I still haven't had a chance to install yet.

How does everyone store their boxes when not in use? The xxl is massive and takes up a lot of room on the floor. I have kind of low ceiling in the garage too. Wonder if I can build a stand or something