Chapter 05
Measure before buying
Measure the whole system
Measure before ordering so the rack, board and roof equipment have room to work together.
- Position and spacing of available mounting points.
- Usable crossbar width and the width of the surfboard.
- Room for straps, padding and secure routing.
- Clearance from the roof, awning, solar, vents, Starlink and other roof equipment.
- Door or opening interference, where relevant.
- Board position relative to vehicle width, plus ladder or access implications.
Plan for the route
Account for the vehicle and load rules that apply where you travel, including how the board sits relative to the vehicle and where you can safely access it.