{"product_id":"board-protectors","title":"Holdfast Board Protectors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShort Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHoldfast Board Protectors\u003c\/strong\u003e are padded covers that clip over a roof rack crossbar, so your surfboard or surfski rests on a cushioned pad rather than bare metal. They fit most standard crossbars and clip on without needing tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurfboards and surfskis pick up scratches and dings fast when they ride straight against a metal roof rack crossbar. These pads clip onto the bar first, giving the board a cushioned surface instead of hard metal, so it travels to the water without picking up marks along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClips onto roof rack crossbars\u003c\/strong\u003e – fits most standard crossbars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCushioned barrier\u003c\/strong\u003e – keeps scratches, dings and sun damage off your board where it rests on the bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather-resistant materials\u003c\/strong\u003e – built to hold up over repeated trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits without extra tools\u003c\/strong\u003e – clips straight onto the crossbar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurfboard and surfski owners\u003c\/strong\u003e who load their board straight onto roof rack crossbars for every trip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone protecting a board's finish\u003c\/strong\u003e since the cushioned pad stops the board contacting the bare metal bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular coastal trips\u003c\/strong\u003e as the weather-resistant material is built to handle repeated use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLocal Support from 4Matt Campers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e team can confirm they'll fit your crossbars before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holdfast\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOptional Fitment \/ Upgrade Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese protectors fit standard crossbars, so check this before ordering:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey're designed for most standard roof rack crossbars — ask us to confirm fit if your bars are an unusual shape or size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey protect the board where it touches the bar; add tie-down straps separately to hold the board in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd these to your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eroof rack accessories\u003c\/a\u003e, or start with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/roof-racks\"\u003eroof rack\u003c\/a\u003e if your vehicle doesn't have one yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do they protect against?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScratches, dings and sun damage where your board sits on the roof rack crossbar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they fit any crossbar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey're built to fit most standard crossbars on a roof rack. Ask us to confirm fit for yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do they attach?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey clip onto the crossbar without needing extra tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are they made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeather-resistant materials built to hold up over repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holdfast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49162178101433,"sku":null,"price":685.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/4587\/6409\/files\/Holdfast-33-copy-scaled.jpg?v=1789659633","url":"https:\/\/www.4mattcampers.co.za\/products\/board-protectors","provider":"4Matt Campers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}