14' Board on a Suzuki Swift

Hi Guys

I have been reading the posts here for a while now and it's great source of info for people like me building some experience in the sport.

I have been paddling for about 6 months now on a Naish Nalu 11'4. I originally got the board because I thought I would do some surfing but it turns out I am loving going for 10km plus paddles up and down the coast here in Auckland. For this reason and a looming 30th birthday this year I am looking to get a 14' board.

I notice the great DJ has a Suzuki Swift too and hopefully the subject line will have got your attention. I have been watching at your folding bike videos and notice some sort of support mounted from your tow bar. Is this a custom thing and how necessary is it? When I purchase a new board I will need to get it home along the motorway but after that I live two minutes drive to the beach.

Are there any other forum members carrying large boards on small cars? What is the best way to do this safely for other motorists and a new expensive paddle board!

I have Thule roof racks already and I am hoping this will be enough to get it home when I purchase it.

Thanks

Love your work DJ - what would they do without you.

Have a great 2013.

That's awesome, thanks mate.

I did ask the guy I brought the roof rack off but he didn't give me a straight answer.

I am a few months off buying but I figure I may as well have some fun demoing boards over summer. Will let everyone know what I think of the latest and greatest out there.