Has anyone attached a surfboard to there buggy?

Buggy boy

Trying to figure out a safe and secure way to attach a surfboard to my buggy Lets see some pics of how people have attached surfboards to there buggys

Thanks for the help in advance!

Gary0302 · Posted: Sun May 20, 2012 3:21 pm Post subject:

Hi Buggy boy,

There are probably going to be several variations on how to accomplish it, but it would help everyone else greatly if you were to post a few photos of your dune buggy (especially along the windshield area and back where the rollbar is, if there is one), so that those with ideas can be sure they are going in the right direction. Also, are you looking for a permanent or semi-permanent attachment, or will you actually be removing the surfboard on a regular basis?
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MOON BUGGY · Posted: Sun May 20, 2012 3:31 pm Post subject:

surfnc did a nice one.
Take a look at this link.

http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=283812&highlight=surfboard

very clean looking.

Buggy boy · Posted: Sun May 20, 2012 3:54 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the replys guys surfnc's perfect, but I am running a hardtop on my buggy and the surfboard is gonna be used almost every weekend from may to september and a few weekdays here and there

sturgeongeneral · Posted: Sun May 20, 2012 5:14 pm Post subject:

I would go to a boat shopand look at the stainless deck rails they sell. A couple different type rails will set you up with what you need that should look great too!
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dan macmillan · Posted: Mon May 21, 2012 5:07 pm Post subject:

My ftiend Pete Jakubik was in the process. Unfortunately his life was cut short before he could finish. These are the only pics I have.

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Tom_Kathleen · Posted: Tue May 22, 2012 12:21 pm Post subject:

Here is our solution to putting a surfboard on a hardtop. Tom

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Buggy boy · Posted: Wed May 23, 2012 5:24 pm Post subject:

Hey guys thanks for all the replys the boat hardware sounds to be a great idea as it would be resistant to the salt water.

Tom quick question are those racks available in stores or are they custom made looks awesome and fits the hardtop really well.

Thank you everyone for your replys

Chris

Tom_Kathleen · Posted: Wed May 23, 2012 6:32 pm Post subject:

Buggy boy - that rack was custom made by one of our neighbors who is an ace with fiberglass, carbon fiber & plastics. I posted it so you would see another option. Tom
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VOLKSWAGNUT · Posted: Sun Aug 11, 2013 5:30 pm Post subject:

Made my own tube based and wood slat rack and use a strap or 2 to secure the surfboard......whenever I want it on... Easy on... easy off.

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eashc · Posted: Mon Aug 12, 2013 12:07 am Post subject:

Not sure how to attach a board to a buggy. Of course I use softracks. But on a personal note. I like the way boards look with fins in front. Just saying.

Wetstuff · Posted: Mon Aug 12, 2013 5:18 am Post subject:

... fins forward became a norm because if the board slid aft - even a loose strap will hold. These days it seems to signal how long you have paddled out.

Soft racks are good unless you just want a fixed display.

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surfnc · Posted: Mon Aug 12, 2013 4:09 pm Post subject:

Paul Maher · Posted: Tue Aug 13, 2013 11:06 am Post subject:

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I put roll bar foam I got from Summit racing to pad things and a couple bungie cords..

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