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No crossbars needed — soft racks for 2 boards on any car
Last reviewed: March 2026
The DORSAL Surfboard Car Soft Racks are 2 lb nylon soft racks that carry up to 2 surfboards on any vehicle roof without crossbars. Straps feed through the cabin for a secure hold. Compatible with longboards and shortboards with fins on.
At a glance
Why this product
DORSAL soft racks are a straightforward way to get two boards on any car without investing in a roof rack system. Set up takes a couple minutes, and they stash in your trunk when you are not using them. Solid choice for casual surfers or rental car situations.
Detailed specs
| Carrier Style | Soft Rack |
| Max Boards | 2 |
| Requires Crossbars | No |
| Max Board Weight | 18 kg |
| Fins On During Transport | Yes |
| Longboard Compatible | Yes |
| Shortboard Compatible | Yes |
| No-Rack Option | Yes |
| Locks Board | No |
| SUP Compatible | Yes |
| Wax Resistant | Yes |
| Salt Water Resistant | Yes |
| Padding Material | Neoprene |
| Anti-Slip Surface | Yes |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Check price | Check availability | Check Price |
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Performance analysis
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronco(6th Gen) | 2021+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | workable |
Alternatives
Most relevant alternatives to DORSAL Surfboard Car Soft Racks
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | workable | |
| Wrangler(JL) | 2018+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | workable | |
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | workable | |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | workable | |
| RAV4(5th Gen (XA50)) | 2019–2024 | workable | |
| 4Runner(5th Gen (N280)) | 2010–2024 | workable | |
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | workable |