[header] How to carry surfboards on the roof of a vehicle [title] Securely attach racks to the vehicle. [step] If the racks are so-called " soft racks, " they should consist of more than just a web strap that wraps around the vehicle. [title] Straps that wrap around the rack and surfboard must be inspected for worn or weak spots. 
[step] Buckles on the straps should be the cam-spring type and not d-ring style. No-rust zinc buckles are preferred.