If it is, then you should really consider it. Like I already explained in the post "How can YOU be an eco-friendly surfer?", biking is one of the greenest way to get to the beach safely with a surf. If you're good at it (make sure you are) you could also skateboard with your surf in hand (but that's quite dangerous, I don't recommend it) or the easiest option: walk. Biking is a great option for people who live farther away from a surf spot but have the opportunity to use an alternative vehicle instead of driving.
If the bike ride isn't too far for you then get yourself one of these surf racks like in the picture above! I found this one at a bike rental shop so just check similar places out to find your own (you could also order it online but that isn't a very green option). The prices vary from very expensive to cheaper so it might not be in your budget to get yourself one of these racks but you can also find tutorials online on how to make your own. I quite like the one below.
And like it says in the video, the materials you choose in this case are not as important because already just biking instead of driving is more eco-friendly and a great step but if you can, think about how you can make even your surf rack green (it already is on its own) with different materials. Talk to your local surfers or shapers, they might be able to help you out!
Comment below if you have a surf rack and if so which one (brand) or maybe you made your own? Or do you walk? Skate? Take the bus? Link a picture if you like ;)
Video source:
"DIY Surfboard Bike Rack - Surf Sufficient." YouTube. YouTube. Web. 3 Jan. 2015. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIYBlokOzIY>.
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