How to Carry Surfboards on the Roof of a Vehicle

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Securely attach racks to the vehicle.

   If the racks are so-called "soft racks," they should consist of more than just a web strap that wraps around the vehicle.
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   Step 2: Straps that wrap around the rack and surfboard must be inspected for worn or weak spots.

   Buckles on the straps should be the cam-spring type and not d-ring style.
   
   No-Rust zinc buckles are preferred. , This reduces "lift" and the surfboard fins will act as a "stop" to prevent the board from sliding backwards off the rack. , Make sure the strap buckle is not on the rail of the surfboard.
   
   Each strap should cross the board twice.
   
   Repeat for other cross-bar. ,, Never let it flap in the wind. ,
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   Step 3: Place the surfboard with the fin(s) up and forward on the rack.

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   Step 4: Wrap the straps through the side-rails (around the cross-bars) of the rack and over the top of the surfboard(s) then around the cross-bars on the other side.

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   Step 5: Give the board a solid "shake" to make sure the board will not shift in the rack.

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   Step 6: Always tie-off excess strap.

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   Step 7: Be careful not to over-tighten straps as this can damage surfboards

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