As a surfer in SoCal, I am having the same problem finding a good rack system. I have low clearance in my garage, so I cannot install a standard Thule or Yakima system. Regular surf cross bar pads do not fit, and even the oversized windsurfer pads do not wrap around nicely. I am going to try a couple other ideas in the next few weeks; I will share any solutions with you.

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