For any surfing enthusiast, a surfboard bag is a vitally important accessory. This bag, which you can buy at any surf shop, allows you to carry one or more boards — typically by walking with the bag's strap over your shoulder. As you look at different bag designs, you'll often come across those that have built-in wheels. In many cases, these wheels are similar to the wheels that you'd find on a large rolling suitcase. While there are a number of factors to think about before you decide which surfboard bag will best suit your needs, here are some reasons that you might favor a product that has wheels.
Less Strain On Your Body
Being able to pull or push your wheeled surfboard bag instead of carrying it over your shoulder will result in less strain on your body. This is especially important if you're the type of person who travels with multiple surfboards — perhaps both longboards and shortboards. Carrying multiple surfboards can be too heavy for your shoulder, particularly if you're walking a considerable distance. Whether you're seeking to make traveling with your boards physically easier for you or you've had shoulder issues that make you concerned about carrying heavy objects for long periods of time, a bag with wheels will be a good choice.
Easier In Crowded Areas
While some people simply use surfboard bags to transport their boards between their homes and the local beach, others use this valuable accessory for traveling by air. If you're expecting to fly with your surfboards at some point, a bag with wheels will be useful. It can make navigating crowded areas, including airport terminals, easier. With a surfboard bag over your shoulder, you might worry about turning your body and having the back end of the bag swing out and make contact with another traveler. When you're rolling the bag, this won't be a concern.
Less Strain On The Strap
A surfboard bag's shoulder strap is made of durable material, but it's possible to put a strain on this part of the bag if you frequently load the bag with too much weight. For example, if you cram more boards into the bag than it is designed to carry, and perhaps fill the additional pockets with heavy items, this will cause a lot of strain to the strap and to where it attaches to the bag. When you buy a bag with wheels, the weight of the bag won't be pulling on the shoulder strap and potentially causing damage.
