Prolite Smuggler 6’10” Travel Short

Description

The Pro-Lite Smuggler series 6’10” Travel Short surfboard bag is a durable, multi-board bag for air travel, designed with a “false bottom” that can conceal a third surfboard. This feature allows surfers to pack three boards while paying the airline fees for only two. The 6’10” bag is suited for performance-style shortboards and includes 10mm of foam padding for robust protection. 

• 600 Denier Poly material: Used on the top and bottom of the bag for lightweight durability.
• 10mm Air-Lite foam: Provides thick, protective padding throughout the bag.
• Reinforced nose and tail: Extra protection for the most vulnerable parts of your boards.
• Non-corrosive zippers: The molded #10 PK zippers are designed to prevent saltwater from causing them to seize up.
• Rail guard: A protective flap runs along the zipper to prevent scratches on your boards’ rails. 

• False bottom: A strategically placed divider and dual-entry system at the nose and tail allow you to hide the third board from view during airline checks.
• Collapsible gusset: The padded side walls can expand to accommodate up to three boards or be cinched down with Velcro straps when carrying fewer boards.
• Collapsible gusset: The padded side walls can expand to accommodate up to three boards or be cinched down with Velcro straps when carrying fewer boards.
• Accessory pockets: A large exterior pocket is suitable for wetsuits, while smaller pockets hold wax and other essentials.
• Internal dividers: Help to keep boards separate and prevent dings.
• Ventilation: An air vent allows airflow to keep boards from overheating. 

• Adjustable shoulder strap: The padded strap can be detached and stowed in a dedicated pocket during transit to prevent it from being snagged by baggage handlers.
• Multiple handles: Durable, molded rubber handles are located at the nose, tail, and center for easy lifting and carrying.
• No wheels: While making it lighter, the absence of wheels can make it heavy and cumbersome to carry when fully loaded.

• Best for performance shortboards: This bag is cut for shortboards with more pulled-in noses and tails, typically 20–21 inches wide.
• Maximum board dimensions: It can fit up to three standard shortboards, but for wider or thicker boards, Pro-Lite recommends their Fish/Hybrid Smuggler model for a better fit.
• Fits longer boards: The bag is cut slightly longer to accommodate a board up to an inch longer than the listed size.
• While the Smuggler’s “false bottom” feature is its main selling point, the bag is otherwise comparable to Pro-Lite’s other travel bags, like the Rhino and Finless Coffin, in terms of quality construction and padding.