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Comment on Locking Surfboard Racks: Steelcore Security Straps & Racks by Serious Surfer

Serious Surfer — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 19:49:39 +0000

Unlike ratcheting webbing systems, which are difficult to use and can be seen here:The Steelcore system is much easier to use. The buckle accepts the webbing when the buckle is lifted. You insert the webbing through the opening and pull the strap through to tighten. When you push the buckle down, a cam pushes down on the webbing, and stops it from being able to move. A lock on the buckle allows you to lock the buckle in that position, so you cannot loosen the grip unless you have the key. Hope this helps.

Comment on Truck and Van Surfboard Racks by Serious Surfer

Serious Surfer — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 19:37:27 +0000

Hi Eoghan,

I did some brainstorming here and thought of an option. I am assuming that you want to hang the rack from the ceiling of your VW van? If so, I would consider using some steel wire rope of the type found http://www.mcmaster.com/#steel-cable/=l3u65r“>here to attach internally from one side of your roof to the other. You would want to string one from side to side closer to the front of the van (maybe 1-2ft behind the front seats), and the other 2-3 feet from the back of the van (depending on the size of your board). You will have to find a place to attach the two ends of the steel wire rope in your van. For this type of application, wire rope is usually fastened by making loops at each end using a compressed oval sleeve as shown here.

Are there existing holes or hooks to use? If not, you might consider using some type of eyelet like these to attach to. Finally, you will probably want to use some sort of foam tubing to protect your board from the wire rope. Let us know if you try something like this, we could post a DIY section on your rack! Hope this helps.

Comment on Truck and Van Surfboard Racks by eoghan

eoghan — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 12:12:32 +0000

Hello,

I was just wondering if you had any instructions about how to install an internal surfboard rack in a volkswagen van? I can’t find much info on the net anywhere so any advice would be much appreciated!

Regards,

Eoghan

Comment on Locking Surfboard Racks: Steelcore Security Straps & Racks by Serious Surfer

Serious Surfer — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 16:52:59 +0000

Garrett,

They just loop together. So basically you wrap them around whatever you want, and then clamp them shut and then lock. Its very simple. I think the manufacture also has some videos on how they work. Cheers

Comment on SUP Sling by Alan Chalom

Alan Chalom — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 18:54:58 +0000

Thanks for mentioning our strap which was also the very first one available.

Here is a link for anyone wanting more info:

http://www.bettersurfthansorry.com/Cat-269-1-474/SUP_Carriers__Trailers.htm

Comment on Contact us by Kevin

Kevin — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 23:01:53 +0000

Do you ever wish you could take your SUP, paddle, cooler, chair and the kitchen sink with you to the beach or put-in in one easy convient load? You can and it’s as simple as the TSS “Surf-n-Sit”. Available from Guai-Lo Industries in 3 sizes; SUP, Longboard and Shortboard. It’s a carry sling that turns into a chair. Kick back relax and enjoy a cold one…so comfortable you might not get up.
Check us out at http://www.Guai-Lo.com and on the Facebook at Guai-Lo Industries

TM and pat. pend.

Comment on Locking Surfboard Racks: Steelcore Security Straps & Racks by garrett

garrett — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 07:00:48 +0000

can you make a you tube video of how this works, it will help me make a decision if i want to buy one.

Comment on Surfboard Racks by Rob K

Rob K — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 22:14:04 +0000

I have an ’08 ford escape with a thule 1600xt rack/box. Anybody know of a rack system to put surf boards under this for a like a double decker effect? Or do I just get a skinny luggage box?

Comment on Surfboard Racks For Your Wall by tom harmon

tom harmon — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:14:43 +0000

check out T-Rax SUP wall racks.
Besides the wall racks check out the mobile and free standing T-Rax.

Comment on Wheele Surf Bike Rack by Serious Surfer

Serious Surfer — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 04:55:39 +0000

Hey Kevin,

We actually don’t sell them, may want to check out

http://www.esurfboardracks.com/products/wheele-surfboard-bike-rack

Hope that helps,

Cheers,