{"type"=>"root", "children"=>[{"type"=>"paragraph", "children"=>[{"type"=>"text", "value"=>"Surfboard Bags for NZ Surfers — Day Bags, Travel Bags & Board CoversWhether you're driving to your local break or flying to Indo for a surf trip, the right surfboard bag keeps your board protected from dings, UV damage, and the general chaos of travel. Sticky Johnson board bags are built with UV-reflective tarpaulin and quality padding to handle everything from daily car-roof runs to international airline baggage systems.Day Bag vs Travel Bag — Which Do You Need?Day bags have lighter padding (5–10mm) and are designed for local use: car roof transport, short walks to the beach, and UV protection during storage. They're lighter and easier to manage for everyday sessions.Travel bags have thicker padding (10–20mm), reinforced nose and tail sections, and heavy-duty zippers built to survive airline handling and long road trips. If you're flying with your board, always use a dedicated travel bag.Board socks are lightweight stretch knit covers that protect against scratches and UV — fine for walking to a local break, but they offer virtually zero impact protection.How to Size Your Surfboard BagChoose a bag that matches your board length or is a few inches longer. If your board is between sizes (e.g. 6'4"), round up to the next available size (e.g. 6'6" bag). Make sure the bag matches your board shape — shortboard, fish/hybrid, or longboard bags have different width profiles. A bag that's too tight makes it hard to get your board in and out and reduces the padding's effectiveness.Packing for Surf Travel from NZFor multi-board trips, a coffin bag fits 2–4 boards with room for wetsuits and accessories. Place fins facing inward, layer towels or bubble wrap between boards, and pack soft items around the rails for extra cushioning. Check airline surfboard policies before you fly — Air New Zealand and Jetstar both have specific size and weight limits for board bags."}]}]}