by Rack Magic Woman on February 21, 2012
Image of 2000 Subaru Forester Stand Up Paddleboard Rack including Inno INA446 surfboards-SUP rack
This Inno INNA446 SUP-surfboard rack for a 2000 Subaru Forester with factory rack cross bars is great for carrying surfboards or stand up paddleboards / SUPs on top of a Forester – it comes with locks and keys which lock the the surfboards inside the carrier and lock the carrier to the vehicle at the same time.
Complete 2000 Subaru Forester SUP carrier installation details…
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SUP rack for car
by Rack Magic Woman on October 19, 2011
by rackdawg on August 25, 2011
Picture of the all-new INA446 Inno SUP / Kayak / Canoe Locker for use as a stand-up paddleboard rack, kayak rack, canoe rack and more. Universally fits factory roof rack crossbars as well as base rack systems from Inno, Yakima, Whispbar, Thule and more.
Image of the INA445 Inno SUP / Kayak / Canoe Locker - an economical version of the INA446 and does not include the car rack cross bar pads.
Now available from Inno Racks dealers in the United States and Canada are the new, improved versions of the famously popular Inno INA444 SUP / Kayak / Canoe Locker – the Inno Racks INA446 SUP / Kayak / Canoe Locker and the Inno INA445 SUP / Kayak / Canoe Locker – both feature innovative updates that allow for even more factory roof rack cross bar fits, more robust theft prevention and better protection and stability of equipment during transport. Instead of a pair of foam blocks (included with the INA444), the INA446 version now includes a pair of crossbar pads that deliver superior ease of loading and unloading and wear-restistance that’ll last a lifetime. The INA445 version does not include rack pads and is targeted as a more value priced option for users that do not need rack pads for added equipment protection, ease of loading / unloading or increased prevention of lateral shifting of gear during transport (also a great option for users that already own a pair of car rack cross bar pads or foam blocks). Both models feature redesigned locking rack straps that deliver increased protection from theft of gear or the rack itself when left unattended. They also feature universal clamp hardware that fits even more factory racks as well as any after-market base rack system crossbars from Inno Racks, Yakima Racks, Whispbar Racks, Thule Racks and more. The Inno INA446 Locker and Inno INA445 Locker are the most versatile watersport carriers available on the market today and work equally well for hauling any canoe, kayak, stand-up paddleboard ( SUP ), surfboard (both short and long boards), windsurfer, wakeboard etc. Works great as a ladder rack as well. The integrated ratcheting mechanism makes it an effortless process to tighten the straps around the gear, and the included Inno locks and keys ensure everything is safe and secure from anyone stealing your gear or the rack itself. They both also adjust to any width along the cross bars to custom fit the item(s) you are carrying.
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ladder rack,
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stand-up paddleboard racks,
SUP rack,
surfboard rack
by rackdawg on June 20, 2011
Picture of the all-new Thule 810 Sup Taxi stand up paddleboard rack.
Picture of the all new Thule 809 Double Decker surfboard rack.
Capitalizing on the stand-up paddleboard wave of popularity (ahem, pun intended) spreading across the U.S.A. and Canada, Thule Racks has launched some great new products to cover all stand-up paddle rack needs and budgets. And, at the same time, Thule also released new surfboard racks to fit a variety of price points and transport needs. For SUP racks, there is the Thule 810 SUP Taxi stand-up paddleboard rack. It features a long list of premium features, such as the new SpeedLink universal mounting system that works on any roof rack crossbars including factory racks,any crossbars from Thule, Whispbar, Yakima, Inno and more. The Thule Racks 810 SUP Taxi standup paddle board rack also has telescoping adjustment to fit all sizes of stand-up paddle boards. And the premium padding totally cushion the SUP too. You can stack multiple SUP’s as well. The coolest feature is the integrated locking system that locks the stand-up paddleboards and also the 810 Thule SUP Taxi itself to the vehicle. The Thule 809 Double Decker surfboard rack is very similar to the 810 SUP Taxi, but is designed specifically for surfboards, both short boards and longboards, and also windsurf boards. Also includes the Thule SpeedLink universal mount hardware and telescopting adjustment. Finally, for a cheap surfboard rack and cheap stand-up paddleboard rack solution, Thule Racks now offers a series of rack surf pads that fit both factory racks (803 Surf Pads are 18″ long and 804 Surf Pads are 24″ long) and also aftermarket roof rack crossbars from Thule, Inno, Yakima, Whispbar etc. (801 Surf Pads are 18″ long and 802 Surf Pads are 24″ long). The Thule 531 Express Surf Straps serve as great surfboard straps and stand up paddleboard straps for use with the rack pads.
Related press releases included for complete details and information:
PRWeb: New Thule Stand-Up Paddleboard Racks and Thule Surfboard Racks
PRLeap: Now Available from Thule Racks, Surfboard Racks and Stand-Up Paddleboard Racks
24-7 PressRelease: Thule 810 SUP Taxi SUP Rack and Thule 809 Double Decker Surfboard Rack Released
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SUP rack for car,
surfboard pads,
surfboard rack,
Thule 531 Express Surf Strap,
Thule 801 Surf Pad,
Thule 802 Surf Pad,
Thule 804 Surf Pad,
Thule 809 Double-Decker,
Thule 810 SUP Taxi,
truck stand-up paddleboard rack,
windsurf board rack
by rackdawg on May 4, 2011
Picture of the Thule 808 Surf TailGate Pad, part of Thule Racks new surfboard rack and stand-up paddleboard rack product line-up. Allows you to carry SUP's, surf boards and sailboards in a pickup truck bed.
A nifty new product for carrying stand-up paddleboards, windsurfers and surfboards in any pickup truck bed, the Thule 808 Surf TailGate Pad works as a superb cheap surfboard rack and stand-up paddle board rack. Features two straps sewn into the ends of the surf pad, and they wrap around the tailgate to secure the surf pad in place on top of the tailgate. Then simply place any surfboard, sailboard, SUP (or a ladder, lumber etc.) in the pick-up truck bed and on the Thule 808 Surf TailGate Pad. Tighten the rack strap to ensure the board is in place and that is all there is to it, you are ready to head on down the highway to your favorite water playground.
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SUP rack,
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Thule 808 Surf TailGate Pad,
truck stand-up paddleboard rack,
truck surfboard rack
by rackdawg on April 25, 2011
Picture of the Thule 531 Express Surf Strap (sold as a pair) for effectively protecting and holding place a surfboard, stand-up paddleboard, windsurfer & more on any roof rack cross bars. Makes a great, cheap surfboard rack or SUP rack when combined with a pair of rack pads.
Thule Racks has thoughtfully worked to develop an entire line of surf carrier products to meet every customer budget and need. Representing the economy, entry-level option is the Thule 531 Express Surf Strap (packaged and sold as a pair), which delivers a superior solution to regular car rack straps for strapping down and solidly holding in place a surfboard, stand-up paddleboard, windsurf board and more. You can also carry multiple boards stacked on top of each other. The Thule 531 Express Surf Straps have a stretchy bungee design for quickly and efficiently cinching down in place the SUP, surfboard or sailboard on the roof rack. They work on any car rack cross bars including factory racks, Thule, Inno, Yakima roof rack crossbars etc. An excellent, value-priced and cheap surfboard rack and cheap stand-up paddleboard rack solution when combined with a pair of rack pads such as the new Thule 801 / 802 Surf Pads for Thule square bars, Yakima round bars and other square or round cross bars from after-market car rack manufacturers or the Thule 803 / 804 Surf Pads for factory racks, Thule Rapid Aero bars, Thule 422XT Xsporter truck rack bars and other ‘aero’ shaped car rack crossbars.
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Thule 531 Express Surf Strap,
windsurf board rack
by rackdawg on April 25, 2011
Photo of the Thule 803 Surf Pads and Thule 804 Surf Pads, designed specifically for use on factory racks, Thule Rapid Aero load bars, Thule 422XT Xsporter truck rack bars etc. Ideal cor carrying SUP's, surfboards, windsurf boards etc.
- Picture of the Thule 801 Surf Pads and Thule 802 Surf Pads, Thule Racks new rack pads designed for carrying surfboards, sailboards, stand-up paddleboards and other gear on Thule square load bars, Yakima round cross bars etc.
Thule Racks has gone back to the drawing board and completely redesigned and released a new series of roof rack pads for carrying stand-up paddleboards, windsurfers, surfboards, canoe, kayak and more. The rack pads are available in two different styles, the Thule 801 Surf Pads / Thule 802 Surf Pads and the Thule 803 Surf Pads / Thule 804 Surf Pads. The 801 (18 inches in length) and 802 (24 inches in length) are designed to mount to the standard Thule rack square load bars, Yakima round cross bars, Inno cross bars etc. The 803 (18 inches in length) and 804 (24 inches in length) are meant for using on factory racks, Thule Rapid Aero bars, Thule 422XT Xsporter truck rack crossbars and other ‘aero’ shaped cross bars. Using the surf pads in combination with a pair of rack straps or the Thule 531 Express surf straps is a solid, economical way to carry standup paddle boards, surfboards, windsurfers, kayak, canoe etc.
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Thule 801 Surf Pad,
Thule 802 Surf Pad,
Thule 803 Surf Pad,
Thule 804 Surf Pad,
windsurf board rack
by Rack Magic Woman on March 14, 2011
Q:I have a 31″ wide stand up paddle board (like a surf board) and was told that I’d need to use the INA444 system. I have some questions regarding the rack and the foam blocks.
- Are they needed for a stand up paddle board?
- Are they supposed to be left in place even when not carrying
anything on the rack?
- Is this system safe for drive through car washes?
A: The Inno INA444 is definitely the rack to get for SUP boards, and the foam pads are not required and we don’t recommend leaving them on for transit without a board on them. They can come off in wind if not strapped down tightly. As for the car wash, self serve wand style are okay but don’t use the automatic roller/brush ones as they can rip off racks!
Q: If I were to use this with a 31″ wide SUP, would I need to also purchase board pads if I didn’t want to use the foam block it comes with?
A: It will be good idea to have some type of padding on the crossbar, not only for cushion but to provide some friction to prevent slipping of the board while in transit. So while not required, we do recommend use of such pads.
Q: I noticed that the new INA745 doesnt even require tools to attach to the vehicle. Is the INA444 the same way or does it still require hexwrenches to install? I’m going back and forth between INA444 and the integrated locking surf carrier from Steelcore because it seems easier to move between vehicles which I will need to do frequently. My board is 31″ wide by 4″ thick and sometimes we like to carry 2.
A: Good point regarding the ease of removal/attachment, the INA444 does require wrenches but remember it locks whereas the INA745 does not. The locking ability and the fact that you can adjust it to anywhere on the bar seems to make the INA444 the product of choice now.
Last I knew the INA745 would not be available for quite some time. As for the Steelcore, it is more rudimentary and while may work a bit easier from car to car, we’ve had some problems with the ability to tighten the strap due to the intergrated steel cable.
Our recommendation is the INA444.
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SUP rack for car
by rackdawg on March 5, 2011
Now available from Yakima Racks is the all-new Yakima WaveHog stand-up paddle board rack and surfboard rack. Includes the Yakima SoulPad surf pads, Yakima RipCord locking rack straps and Yakima S.U.P. Brah tie-downs.
Yakima Racks has just released to to retailers the The Yakima WaveHog stand-up paddle board rack / surfboard rack complete system for carrying up to 3 surfboards, standup paddleboards or sailboards on vehicle roof rack cross bars. The Yakima WaveHog is a complete SUP / surfboard carrier package, as it includes the following three components (which are all available for purchase separately): The Yakima SoulPad surf pads, which are a pair of roof rack pads that can mount directly to any factory rack crossbars as well as any multipurpose base rack system cross bars from car rack manufacturers such as Yakima, Thule and Inno; The Yakima RipCord locking straps, which are a pair of super-duty lockable rack straps that include two Yakima locks with keys for locking the stand-up paddle boards, surfboards and windsurfers to the roof rack; The Yakima S.U.P. Brah tie-downs are a pair of straps for securing and stabilizing the front and rear of stand up paddle boards, windsurf boards and surfboards while transporting them on the car roof top.
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stand-up paddleboard racks,
SUP rack,
surfboard rack,
windsurf board rack,
Yakima RipCord,
Yakima S.U.P. Brah,
Yakima SoulPad,
Yakima WaveHog
