Need Help - Looking for a decent Surfboard Car Rack

Discussion in 'All Discussions' started by LindW, May 22, 2017.

  1. LindW

    LindW New Member

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    May 5, 2017
    Hey Guys!

    First off, I need to start with how happy I am to be a part of this forum and that I am looking forward to speaking with you all and hopefully finding answers to my problems.

    I've been surfing for almost 5 years now. I enjoy it very much, but honestly I'm quite tired of the local beaches around my town. So I would like to get around and, of course, take my board(s) with me. But I don't have a Pick Up. I own a Chevrolet Impala.

    That is why I would like to get a good surfboard car rack for my (three) boards. So this week I did a lot of research online and had a look at a few, well known trusted shopping sites as well as websites for classified adds like http://www.used.forsale/surfboard-car-rack. But there are so many racks available, I can't really decide which one to pick.

    So are there any peculiar brands or models you can recommend? What aspects are important if I want to buy a decent car rack? And how much I need to invest?

    The thing is, I really don't wont a soft rack. I saw some nice car racks by Curve as well as surfboard and SUP car racks by Thule, which are suitable for more than one board. Any opinion on that?

    Sorry for all these questions, but hopefully I can get some answers here. Therefore any feedback is highly appreciated.

    Linda.
     
    Last edited: May 29, 2017
  2. LindW

    LindW New Member

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    May 5, 2017
    Any help? Anybody?
     

  3. HelpHelpLetMeOut

    HelpHelpLetMeOut Well-Known Member

    Mar 2, 2017
    there is a thule guy on here somewhere, or maybe its yakima

    trevie, who helped you?

    you should use the search function, there is a good thread on here somewhere

    step one: stop being retarded
    step two: use the search function
    step 3: success
     
  4. DawnPatrol321

    DawnPatrol321 Well-Known Member

    Mar 6, 2012
    Step 4: Sell the Impala.
     
  5. WankyPumpMaster

    WankyPumpMaster Member

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    Jan 25, 2017
    Hey Linda,

    I will be able to greatly assist you on this problem as soon as you send bikini photos
     
  6. DosXX

    DosXX Well-Known Member

    Mar 2, 2013
    As others have indicated, there have been a few discussions on this. No need to wait, the answers are likely already here.
    What's your price range?
    What year is the Impala, and are there any rack limitations/considerations due to roof design?
    As far as pads and straps, I have Dorsal which I bought from Amazon. They're all right.
     
  7. mattinvb

    mattinvb Well-Known Member

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    Sep 9, 2014
    spend the money and buy yakima. And use the search function
     
  8. garbanzobean

    garbanzobean Well-Known Member

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    Sep 15, 2010
    Yakima and Thule are the big players and quality pieces. The door seals will likely be compromised some with the fit kits so expect wind noise and some water intrusion. Pay attention to load limits and spacing and tighten them to specs indicated and check often. The number of boards coming off of cars at speed is amazing. If you want to transport boards and gear you might want to look at a minivan with factory racks at least or an all wheel drive SUV/crossover. I have bought from etrailer and rackattack successfully. Good luck.
     
  9. zagaff3r

    zagaff3r Well-Known Member

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    Dec 30, 2016
    Yakima and Thule are okay, I've owned them both; but I prefer Rhino racks both for the cost and ease of installation. My Yaks have always been a pain in the ass to install, Thules are easier, Rhino's are easiest.
     
  10. kidde rocque

    kidde rocque Well-Known Member

    Mar 6, 2016
    step 4: claim you're a chick so Swellies will be super duper nice to you.

    Hi Linda!!!
     
  11. Valhallalla

    Valhallalla Well-Known Member

    Jan 24, 2013
    Flo claimed "she" was a chick and most Swellies were all super duper nice to "her".
     
  12. kidde rocque

    kidde rocque Well-Known Member

    Mar 6, 2016
    He didn't dupe everybody brah lol
     
  13. CBSCREWBY

    CBSCREWBY Well-Known Member

    Feb 21, 2012
    Ok Linda...
    Show me your rack and I'll show you mine. :rolleyes:

    Cannot believe I was the first one to say this...
     
  14. nopantsLance

    nopantsLance Well-Known Member

    Aug 15, 2016
    Campervan Surf Trip

    Hello Lindub
    In the process of putting together a Campervan Surf Trip and was wondering what's up!!
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    Lances Right Mentawai

    What's up??
     
  15. Mr.Belmar

    Mr.Belmar Well-Known Member

    Aug 19, 2010
  16. yankee

    yankee Well-Known Member

    Sep 26, 2008
  17. bubs

    bubs Well-Known Member

    Sep 12, 2010
    Try the "Crosbo"
     
  18. red dog

    red dog Well-Known Member

    Mar 6, 2015
    Lawyers don't surf! This one does!
     
  19. Clownface

    Clownface Well-Known Member

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    Jan 24, 2017
    Holly Carps!! Kidde Rocque is the cat fish, it all makes sense now
     
    Last edited: May 25, 2017
  20. Clownface

    Clownface Well-Known Member

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    Jan 24, 2017
    I wasn't nice to Flo at all; you're welcome!