Thule Pulse 2 M Roof-Mounted Box

I like this one for road trips because its 14 cubic feet of locked, weather-resistant space frees up the cabin without making loading feel like a puzzle. The dual-side opening is the detail that sold me on it for families and ski trips, since you can reach gear from either side of the car. It earned a spot because it is a practical, durable Thule box in a sensible medium size, not an oversized carrier you only use once a year.