Best Fish and Hybrid Surfboard Bags of 2025

With a large variety of surfboard bags to choose from, there is something out there for almost every type of board. The need for fish and hybrid surfboard bags has been ramping up with all of the new funboards being shaped. If you need a new board bag for your wide summer funboard but are unsure which option to purchase, this review will help you narrow your choices. Below, I’ll take an in-depth look at seven of the best Fish and Hybrid surfboard bags for 2025: from a simple day cover to a well-padded option for International travel.

Fish and Hybrid Surfboard Bags Reviewed

• Best price-to-quality - Roam Daylight Fish Surfboard Bag - $72+

• Best sleek colorway - Channel Islands Everyday Hybrid Surfboard Bag - $110+

• Best lightweight & straightforward design - Pro-Lite Resession Fish/Hybrid/Big Short Day Surfboard Bag - $109+

• Best long-lasting reputation - Roam Fish Board Tech Day Surfboard Bag - $102+

• Latest edition to Dakine’s product line - Dakine Daylight DLX Hybrid Surfboard Bag - $186+

• Best trusted classic option - Dakine Mission Hybrid Surfboard Bag - $150+

• Highest quality do-it-all protection - Pro-Lite Rhino Fish/Hybrid/Big Short Travel Surfboard Bag - $274+
  

What is a Fish and Hybrid Surfboard Bag?

A Fish and Hybrid surfboard bag is designed for wider boards such as fishes, grovelers, classic shortboards, mid-length eggs, and funboards. You'll notice this style of board bag is wider than your typical shortboard bag but shorter than the average longboard bag, making them the perfect choice for your favorite summer stick. 

The bags are listed with the simplest and lightest options first.

Roam Daylight Fish Day Surfboard Bag - $72+

“Bang for your Buck”

Our Take: The Daylight Fish Day bag is a great option for someone needing a surfboard bag to do the job without breaking the bank. The 5mm of foam will keep your precious shapes safe on any day trip. A unique feature of this surfboard day bag is the elongated zipper. Compared to most day bags, the zipper opens up longer, making inserting your surfboard a breeze.

With a removable shoulder strap, heat-reflective poly tarp, and corrosion-free zippers, the Daylight Fish day bag includes all the necessary features of a high-end surfboard bag. Its simplistic design will help you appreciate your surf approaches more than ever.

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Channel Islands Everyday Hybrid Surfboard Bag - $110+

“ New Sleek Colorway"

Our Take: The Channel Islands Everyday Hybrid surfboard bag is made out of high-quality weatherproof material with 8mm of padding. For a day bag, 8mm is a decent amount of padding. No matter how rugged the approach from the parking lot to the sand is, Channel Islands has you covered with this well-thought-out day bag design. 

Not only is the bag great for transporting your board, but it is also durable, with YKK corrosion-proof zippers. The bag has a quick-access stash pocket and an internal wax pocket so that you can separate your gear and keep your keys, wallet, and other items from getting dirty. If you’re looking for a bag that will get the job done and last a long time, there is no need to look any further.

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Pro-Lite Resession Fish/Hybrid/Big Short Day Surfboard Bag - $99+

Our Take: Pro-Lite offers multiple model options for Hybrid boards, and the Resession is their minimalist version. With just 3mm of foam, this bag isn’t built for traveling; however, it will safely get your board from A-Z without damaging it on day trips. The price is exceptionally lower compared to the Sessions and Rhino models.

The Resession still includes multiple key features from Pro-Lite that are offered in the more expensive models, such as a non-corrosive zipper, an inner storage pocket, and a rail guard. If you’re looking for a bag with everything you need and nothing you don’t, don’t hesitate to get this trusty fish/hybrid/big short-day bag. It’ll surely bring nothing but satisfaction to your next road trip.

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Roam Fish Board Tech Day Surfboard Bag - $101+

Our Take: Built for fish/ hybrid shapes, this Roam bag has many features that make transporting a surfboard a breeze. The 10mm of foam padding is as much as most travel bags, and it is rare to find a travel bag under $200. So, not only is this bag feature-rich, but it also has a generous price tag. Roam bags are generally built 2-3’ longer than advertised, so we recommend getting the same size as your board, if not a little longer. The extra space for accessories or additional padding never hurts.

With an expanding fin area, corrosion-free zippers, and a wax/waterproof poly tarp, this surf bag is well worth the price. 

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Dakine Daylight DLX Hybrid Surfboard Bag - $186+

“The Eco-Friendly Champ”

Our Take: Made with 100% recycled materials, the Dakine DLX is one of the most eco-friendly surfboard bags on the market. Although made with sustainable materials, the bag is plenty durable, with a YKK molded zipper and a coated nylon ripstop layer. With all of the high-end features, this bag is slightly more expensive than its competitors. 

A key feature of the bag that helps it stand out is the molded venting ports that help regulate temperature. Your favorite shapes mustn’t get too hot, or else you’ll have melted wax everywhere and possibly a damaged board. If you’re looking for a sleek color way and generous features like the big exterior pocket, Dakine has you covered.

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Dakine Mission Hybrid Surfboard Bag - $150+

Our Take: The Dakine Mission surfboard bag is a classic and includes 10mm of foam padding. It is offered in sizes 5’8 up to 7’0. With YKK zippers and metal hardware, this bag might last a lifetime. I’m sure that can be debated, but this bag is high on the durability scale. With all the included features, I wouldn’t say this bag is the lightest in weight. Sometimes, you must give and take certain features depending on what you're looking for, and this bag is built for long-lasting protection. 

Starting at $150, this is a great option if you need all the high-end features at an affordable cost. Traveling with this bag is easy; it has plenty of room for your board, fins, and accessories.

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Pro-Lite Rhino Fish/Hybrid/Big Short Travel Bag - $234+

Our Take: The Pro-Lite Rhino travel bag was created with long-haul expeditions in mind. The bag can fit two boards at a time but can also be compressed to fit just one board. It includes 10mm of foam to protect your boards from all types of travel scenarios, from International trips to local missions.

You can easily carry a wetsuit and other accessories with an external storage pocket. The 26.5” width of this bag is plenty big enough for almost any Egg or Fish surfboard you have. I have this exact bag in the longboard model. So far, it has treated me well and makes for a less stressful journey, not worrying about my boards getting damaged while traveling.

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Final Thoughts

So there you have it: our best Fish and Hybrid surfboard bags for 2025. Whether exploring new surf spots or hitting the local break, there is a Fish and Hybrid bag that will meet your needs. With the cost of surfboards these days, bags are worth the investment. From the beefed-up Rhino to the simple Daylight, whatever bag you choose will bring you one step closer to an unforgettable surf session.

If you’re unsure what size to purchase, check out our blog on How to Size a Surfboard Bag.

If you have any questions about purchasing a new surfboard bag, feel free to give our team a call at 888-546-6176, drop a comment below, or shoot us an email at support@cleanlinesurf.com

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James

James grew up as a snowboarder in the Wasatch Mountain range, with an admiration of the sea. After catching his first wave and soaking up the sea breeze, he gained an eternal love for surfing. Nowadays, he lives to ride sideways and is stoked to share his passions with others while writing blogs and working on the Customer Service team. If you don’t see him at the surf break, he’ll be pumping a bowl or ripping down a mountain.