As some surfboard racks you can buy can cost several hundred dollars, money that could be spent on another board, wax or burgers after a good session, this Issue we offer a few easy to make surfboard racks that will costs one tenth of the average price for a commercially manufactured surfboard rack.
Vertical or Horizontal?
If you have a huge amount of surfboards, the best option is to install a vertical rack and take off the fins when storing so these don't get damaged. Vertical racks are great for outdoor areas or indoor areas where you have a lot of space. The boards are resting on the ground and so are easy to put in and take out of the rack. You would need to place some sort of soft matting or carpet at the base here to protect the tail.
If you have a half dozen, a horizontal version, that also looks nice as a display for an outdoors area, may be the way to go. This also negates the need for removing the fins or worrying about the tail getting damaged.
The best way to store your surfboard in either rack is in a padded surfboard bag.
Did you know, and according to the Encyclopaedia of Surfing, a 'quiver' of boards is the surfing equivalent to the golfer's bag of clubs?
A lot of surfer's personal collection of surfboards, usually numbering from three to six, can occasionally go up to 20 or more, with each board designed for a specific kind of wave from those that are small to those that are tall.
Vertical Surfboard Rack
Materials
Angle shelf brackets
Some wood strips cut to the width and length of the shelf brackets
Length of plywood
Rubber or foam mat for base
Screws for shelf brackets
Round Foam Pipe Insulation
Eye hooks
Hockey strap
Tools
Tape measure
Saw
Drill
Screwdriver
Level
The design of this surfboard rack comprises of a plywood back and shelf brackets that are mounted 15 centimetres apart from each other. Each shelf bracket has a strip of wood mounted atop that extends the length of the top of the bracket, this allows for any width board to be stored. The strip of wood and bracket are then wrapped with a piece of pipe insulation or foam. This ensures the surfboard has a cushioning to protect the sides of your boards. You can make this rack as long as you like, depending on the number of surfboards you want to display and store.
To Make
Cut the plywood to the length that suits your collection. Each bracket was spaced 15 centimetres apart and then screwed into place - it's usually best to measure this first and just mark each spot with a carpenters pencil. You also want to make sure these are aligned or level with each other so it looks the business use a level. The plywood assembly was put into position on the wall about 180 centimetres or 6 feet high and screwed into the wall studs. This height will allow your surfboard rack to accommodate your longer boards as well.
The wood strip lengths are placed on top of each bracket and secured in place with short wood screws. The foam was then placed over each bracket and wood. To make sure the boards don't slip and the bottom of the surfboards don't get damaged, a piece of rubber mat was placed on the floor under the rack.
An eye hook was screwed into the wall on opposite ends of the rack and a hockey strap used to secure the boards as a precaution to keep the boards from slipping should the boards get knocked or bumped.
Photo: the finished surfboard rack. Image courtesy: AndrewW1977, per Instructables
Horizontal Surfboard Rack
Materials
Two lengths of wood
Lengths of dowel - at least 25mm to 32mm size
Screws
Wood glue
Hooks/screws for mounting - x 6; make sure they're a good size
Sandpaper
Wood stain
Carpenters pencil
Tools
Tape measure
Saw
Drill - with powder bits, drill bits
Hammer
Screwdriver
Level
Another easy one, this time using two lengths of wood and rounded dowel - you can apply the rounded foam covering for extra protection here as well if you want to. For this one, once again work out how many boards you want to store and set the space between dowels or shelves at between 15 to 30 centimetres to allow for the fin drop beneath the board. That will give you the length f your sides pieces of wood and how many dowels you will need to get.
Cut your two equal lengths of wood. Once you have it's worth giving them a light sand to ensure there are no sharp edges that may catch on board covers or fingers. Measure along this length and mark where you will drill out the holes for the dowels. Start from the top, or one end, and measure down 15-20 cm marking each place in the centre of your wood. Mark the other length of wood in the same manner.
NB: Make sure you leave enough space at the top and base of your lengths of wood to drill in holes for your hooks mountings. We'd also recommend placing one of these midway down the length of wood
Using your drill powder bit, drill out the hole to the same size as your dowel circumference. If you don't have a drill powder bit or a dowel jig, although you can get a powder bit for around $10.00 now, use a to make the appropriate size holes for your dowels. Repeat this process, marking the wood where you need and drilling holes over those markings. While this is a less than perfect method, it will get the job done.
Next you need to insert your dowels into the holes. Brush or place the wood glue on into the hole and tap the dowel into place - if you find the edges are too stiff, soften around the end of the edge of the dowel first be scraping away some of the wood. When tapping it into place use a small piece of wood atop the dowel and hammer in, that way you won't damage the other end of the dowel. Wipe away any excess glue squeezed out onto the length of wood. Do the same with your other length of wood.
Once you have your two lengths of wood with the dowels inserted, allow them to rest for an hour to allow the glue to set and then give them at least two coats with a good wood stain or a polyurethane based varnish or paint to give it some protection from the elements and the saltwater from your boards.
Now it is time to mount these on a wall or where you are going to place the rack. Mark where you are going to make the top and base holes, check it is straight with you level and also measure how far apart or wide you want the two racks to be and mark those holes too. Grab a mate to help you and place the first rack and second rack alongside each other - check your measurements and use your level to make sure they are matched. Then do the initial holes at base and top. Get your mate to hold the first rack in place and fix the top screw halfway in and do the same with the base screw. Once these are in place do your midway screw and then drill all three home. Do the same with the other side and rack piece.
And of course, you could use this horizontal surfboard rack to store other gear that's not too heavy - fishing poles, kayak paddles and garden tools. If you want to store heavier items the vertical rack may work better, just adapt the size between shelve racks to suit what you're storing and choose larger brackets and a hardier wood and ensure the wall you're drilling into can bear the weight.
For tips and advice oon how to get this project done, pop into your local Johnson Brothers Mitre 10 store and talk to their Trained friendly staff on what will work best for your surfboard rack.
Tools And Products From Johnson Brothers Mitre 10 To Help You Get The Job Done:
Makita Drill and Screwdriver Bit Set - 71 Piece: $67.90
Has 1.5-6mm metal drill bits, 10-25mm wood spade bits, Phillips Head/Square Head/Hex Head Driver Bits
Makita 18V Hammer Driver Drill Kit: $199.00
Mechanical 2 speed gearing, 42Nm of max fastening torque. Kit includes: 18V Hammer Driver Drill, 2 x 1.5Ah batteries & charger
Selleys Aquadhere Exterior Wood Glue 500ml: $22.00
Excellent performance properties for repairs or building projects. Suitable for exterior use in non-structural applications. Can be chiselled, routed or turned. Suitable for end grain gluing - won't stain timber, cream in colour, but dries clear with a slight yellow tint.
Stanley Classic Box Level 600mm: $28.50
Block magnified centre vial makes it easier to read. Easy to clean after use. Large tubular side vials. Soft end caps makes it more durable in case of shocks.
Wattyl Weathergard Marine Varnish 500Ml: $32.90
A clear varnish developed to protect exterior marine timber from harsh elements.
Zenith Heavy Duty Angle Bracket Zinc Plated 250mm: $11.90
The Zenith Heavy-Duty Reinforcement Bracket provides strength and stability where it's needed. Heavy-duty steel construction; 250 x 250 x 40mm.
Otter Nail Bracket Galvanised 40x3.75mm (500G): $12.00
Used for fixing structural brackets, connectors, strapping and bracing to timber. External use.
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Intending to keep our customers and staff safe, we present some additional ways for both our retail and trade customers to do business with us.
Trade and Retail Pick Up
Express Pick up Mona Vale
- Call Johnson Bros Mitre 10 Mona Vale, and we will pick & pack your order and have it ready for you to pick up in 2 hours. (Stocked Lines Only)
- Drive into our undercover Trade Drive-Thru area at 73 Bassett St Mona Vale, and your order will be ready for pick-up.
- Our team members will help you with your load and finalise payment/paperwork
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- Call Johnson Bros Mitre 10 Avalon, and we will pick & pack your order and have it ready for you to pick up in 2 hours. (Stocked Lines Only)
- Drive into our back lane off Bellevue Avenue, and your order will be ready for pick-up.
- Our team members will help you with your load and finalise payment/paperwork
Online Retail Stores Go Live
We’ve launched two eCommerce sites offering 2hr pick up in-store and flat rate delivery options on the northern beaches*.
Jbhmv.com.au (Mona Vale)
Jbhav.com.au (Avalon)
With the ability to leave the product on your doorstep, this provides an option of an entirely contactless transaction.
*Flat rate delivery is not available to trade sales, building supplies and trade quantities
** The stock availability is updated nightly, which may mean the stock is unavailable when the order is placed
Trade Delivery to Site
Maybe not new, but certainly worth a mention again!
We can get almost anything delivered quickly onto site!
As always ring the trade desk direct on 9999 0333 and let them know what you need!
Final Thought
Like everyone, we have found ourselves in a new and uncertain environment, but we’re setting up (and digging in) for the long haul!
We want to acknowledge that the decision to retain over 120 staff and meet any future challenges head-on, could not have happened without the continued support you provide us as customers.
Thank you and stay safe,
The Johnson Family
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