RUX 70L Alternatives for Outdoor Storage (Vans, Camping & Garages: YETI GoBox, Pelican & More)
Soft‑sided vs hard cases vs budget options—what to pick for your setup.
Words by Michele Underwood | Photos by Michele and additional images courtesy of RUX.
Truck-bed loadout for a ride—RUX 70L bins keep the kit contained and easy to grab.
You’re probably comparing the RUX 70L to well-known hard cases and totes, such as the YETI GoBox 60 and the Pelican 1615 Air. If you need crush-proof, lockable storage, a hard case is the way to go. If you want modular storage that can be mounted or stacked, stays open in camp, carries like a bag, and collapses nearly flat (even with the corner stays installed), RUX is built for that job. Here’s the quick guide—and when to pick something else.
Who This Guide Is For
Van life, mountain biking, overlanding, camping, marine, and garage organization.
Soft goods (such as clothing, kitchen kits, and camp gear) are more fragile than hard goods.
People are deciding between soft‑sided gear boxes, hard cases, plastic totes, and duffels.
Quick Picks
RUX 70L — best for off‑floor, collapsible storage that stays open and carries like a bag.
YETI GoBox / Pelican — best for crush‑proof, lockable storage; lives on the floor.
Plastic tote — best budget; messy on travel days; no clean hang option.
Waterproof duffel — best overflow; low structure, good roof/bed throw‑in.
RUX 70L vs YETI GoBox 60
Weight & carry: RUX is much lighter and adds tote/duffel/backpack carry; GoBox is heavy and rigid with handles only.
Mounting: RUX hangs from utility rails and hooks on L-track; GoBox isn’t designed to hang and generally lives on the floor.
Protection: GoBox wins on crush protection. RUX wins on access and collapsibility for soft goods.
Verdict: Pick RUX for van clothing and camp kits; pick GoBox for fragile/heavy gear.
RUX 70L vs Pelican 1615
Person loading orange and blue rux 70l bins onto a roof rack in misty mountains
Weight & protection: Pelican is heavier and crush‑proof; great for cameras/tools. RUX is lighter and collapsible.
Access & mounting: RUX stays open and can hang from L‑track; Pelican lives on the floor.
Verdict: Pelican for impact resistance and locks; RUX for off‑floor access and carry‑in convenience.
RUX 70L vs Plastic Totes
Price: Totes win.
Organization & mounting: RUX wins—totes slosh and don’t hang cleanly.
Verdict: Tote for lowest cost; RUX when organization/time savings matter.
RUX 70L vs Waterproof Duffels
Carry & capacity: Duffels carry well and swallow odd shapes.
Structure: Low—expect digging. RUX has structure and stays open.
Verdict: Duffel for overflow/roof bags; RUX for daily access.
Who Should Choose What
Choose RUX if you want off‑floor, collapsible storage with easy access and L‑track hanging.
Choose hard cases (YETI/Pelican) if you need crush‑proof and lockable storage.
Choose plastic totes if budget is the top priority.
Choose waterproof duffels for overflow and roof/bed loads.
FAQs
Is RUX 70L waterproof?
Highly weather‑resistant fabric and RF‑welded seams; add the Press Seal Lid to tighten the seal.
Can RUX hang on the L‑track?
Yes—use Utility Rails + Hooks to hang from L‑track rings.
What’s the best alternative to RUX 70L for fragile gear?
A hard, lockable case (e.g., Pelican, YETI GoBox) for crush protection.
top-down view of rux 70l bin with half lid showing stove, radio, towel, and camp tools on wet river rocks
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RUX 70L Collapsible Gear Box ➜ the bins I mount in the van
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Michele Underwood writes Overland Girl, where she shares gear she uses on real trips—from the Northwoods of Wisconsin to the Ozarks. She values quality and craftsmanship in everything she buys—from outdoor gear to everyday clothes and furniture. Her choices may seem expensive to some, but she believes in buying less and buying better. Longevity matters, both in terms of function and style. Her couch is five years old and still sold at Design Within Reach—that's the kind of timelessness she looks for. Some of the links in this review are affiliate links, which means she may earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support her work. She only recommends gear she’d bring herself.
