Transporting Your Surfboard: Every Method Explained

On Foot

• Underarm carry
• On head
• Resting vertically on foot

By Bike

• Side racks vs trailers
• Balance and safety

By Car (Outside)

• Hard racks with cam straps
• Soft racks / temporary racks
• Stacking multiple boards (nose/tail alternation, padding)

By Car (Inside)

• Fitting shortboards vs longboards
• Seat‑down hacks

Board Bags & Protection

• Day bags
• Board socks
• Travel coffins (airline tips)

Strapping & Safety

• Nose forward, fins up rule
• Cam straps vs ratchet straps (pros/cons)
• Avoid strap vibration