​The rack I built for the shop evolved—I modified it to be easier to disassemble and stow. However, poor wave conditions, isolated to that particular area in the northeast, limited its use. Interestingly, my original pine rack, which I use to store my own boards, has remained in regular use. This reaffirmed that while the rack is practical for personal use, manufacturing a mahogany version for wider distribution isn’t necessary, especially since I can customize one to fit my own needs.

After much research, I found some competitor products worth noting. One, sold in Australia, resembles an upside-down ironing board. Another, from Huntington Beach, California, is stowable but lacks the utility of my design. My rack allows boards to rest securely off the ground, which makes it better in some ways, though it is bulkier. I also came across Rado Racks, which offers a surfboard storage workbench. However, it lacks an option to position the board sideways in the stand, which seems strange—I may be missing something here.
While all of these competitor products are clearly not better for storage and don’t share the same utility as mine, they are significantly less expensive. Additionally, I discovered a surf rack maker based in Dana Point. He’s an artist and creator who produces some amazing pieces that are definitely worth a look: Crawford Craft.

Links to competitor products:

• Boardraxx
• Curvesurf Australia

Both are solid, but while one focuses on display and quick repairs, mine was designed for storage and occasional repairs. Over time, I’ve realized the Shapers Rack is best suited as an indoor storage solution for recreation equipment, not outdoor use. Features like magnets, cleats, and latches became unnecessary, as the product is rarely moved once set up.