Longboarde transportation tips

Discussion in 'Global Surf Talk' started by JakeF, May 10, 2016.

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  1. May 10, 2016 #1
    JakeF

    JakeF Well-Known Member

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    Hey guys,,, just wanted to throw this question out there in case anyone has any ingenious solution that I've not yet thought of.

    I had to sell my truck over the winter, and ended up with a Jeep Liberty that doesn't have roof rails that I can mount cross bars to. My 9' 6" longboard won't fit inside, so looking for a secure way to transport it. Yes, I know aftermarket roof rails are available, but unfortunately my budget is very tight right now.

    Any DIY ideas?
     
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  3. May 10, 2016 #2
    ScobeyviIIe

    ScobeyviIIe Well-Known Member

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  5. May 10, 2016 #3
    Kanman

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    Get a soft strap rack. I've had mine for two years. No problems. Just make sure you close the excess strap inside of the door. They are pretty loud but you can get a pair for 20 bucks online.
     
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  6. May 10, 2016 #4
    DawnPatrol321

    DawnPatrol321 Well-Known Member

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    Remove rear window
     
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  7. May 10, 2016 #5
    Kanman

    Kanman Well-Known Member

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  8. May 10, 2016 #6
    JakeF

    JakeF Well-Known Member

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    That sounds good,,, do you have a link to a specific one?


    Edit... HA! beat me to it. Thanks!
     
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  9. May 10, 2016 #7
    CBSCREWBY

    CBSCREWBY Well-Known Member

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    foam pipe insulation and some straps. Run the straps through insulation and then through doors. 1 insulated strap above board one below. They sell something similar on Amazon.Dorsal Deluxe Single Wrap Rax Surfboard Soft Racks Pads and Straps (2) Dakine Block
     
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  10. May 10, 2016 #8
    CBSCREWBY

    CBSCREWBY Well-Known Member

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    Ahhh.. everyone gots the same ideas...
     
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  11. May 10, 2016 #9
    LazyE

    LazyE Well-Known Member

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    Get a shortbort.

    soft racks are cheap and werk fine they can be a little noisey but you can usually mess with'em and minamize the buzzin'.
     
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  12. May 10, 2016 #10
    JakeF

    JakeF Well-Known Member

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    Good stuff. Kander, that's exactly what I was hoping to find. Thanks again!

    Cheers!
     
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  13. May 10, 2016 #11
    JakeF

    JakeF Well-Known Member

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    I've had my eye on a fish but I'm going to stick with the LB for another season before I try that transition. Still a beginner,,, still suck. :)
     
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  14. May 10, 2016 #12
    ScobeyviIIe

    ScobeyviIIe Well-Known Member

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    Get a fun shape. Good transition from a long board
     
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  15. May 10, 2016 #13
    CJsurf

    CJsurf Well-Known Member

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    Sell the longboard and get a shortboard. Problem solved.
     
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  16. May 10, 2016 #14
    DawnPatrol321

    DawnPatrol321 Well-Known Member

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    I can fit my mini LB which is 8'1" inside my wife's Corolla, pretty easily too
     
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  17. May 10, 2016 #15
    Peajay4060

    Peajay4060 Well-Known Member

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    yeah just break in in half
     
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  18. May 10, 2016 #16
    Valhallalla

    Valhallalla Well-Known Member

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    Nah, Betty fits a nine fotter into her Prius in one piece.
     
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  19. May 10, 2016 #17
    Peajay4060

    Peajay4060 Well-Known Member

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    i was just breaking shoes.
    i have a matrix that i put a 9'0" in.
     
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  20. May 10, 2016 #18
    JakeF

    JakeF Well-Known Member

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    I might actually be able fit it inside if I lay the seats down and put the nose on the passenger side dashboard, but my 11 year old daughter is ready to learn this year so she'll be riding shotgun most of the time.
     
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  21. May 10, 2016 #19
    Kanman

    Kanman Well-Known Member

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    I agree. I had an 8' softy and very quickly went to a 7'6" ron jon. Not a very difficult transition at all and you get a little more maneuverability. I have a two door jeep. My 7'6" just barely makes it in there. No rack needed unless I have a passenger.
     
    Kanman, May 10, 2016
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  22. May 10, 2016 #20
    Peajay4060

    Peajay4060 Well-Known Member

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    Have her sit behind you in the back seat.
     
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