Highpi Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board 10'6''/11' Premium SUP W Accessories & Backpack, Wide Stance, Surf Control, Non-Slip Deck, Leash, Paddle and Pump, Standing Boat for Youth & Adult

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The Byron has a weight limit of 250 pounds and comes with a four-year warranty. So there’s no doubt about its quality. Now the only other thing that comes into the performance is the paddle. So what paddle you get with these boards will determine a bit of your performance. However, I don’t make a huge remark about the paddles as you can easily just upgrade a paddle. Most companies will offer you a discount on an upgrade if you are already buying a board (so don’t be scared to ask!!). The best paddle here is the NIXY I believe. It’s a got a slim blade that is also quite light thanks to less materials. Though because it’s been shaped with the ridges it is still quite strong and doesn’t flex. The Sea Gods and Cruiser Ultra paddles – both carbon fiber, as are the ThursoSurf paddles. The BlueFin paddle comes in last here as it’s a bit heavier/clunkier than the others. Side fins aren’t removable: This makes it harder to roll up the board and there’s more risk of you damaging the fins. That said, there’s less risk of you losing them! Performance: I love that it balances speed and stability so you can use it for touring as well as other SUP activities.

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Rigid, stable board: The BOTE HD Aero is a large, stable board that’s great for fishing, yoga, or family use. It’s a good quality board that gets the fundamentals right. Carbon fiber paddles are the best. Not only are they lightweight, but they also paddle more efficiently. Five-year warranty: I love how Bluefin SUP Boards stand behind their products with an industry-leading warranty period (this definitely gives me peace of mind). The Sport inflatable paddle board is built using MSL fusion technology, exclusively owned by Red Paddle Co. This, and their RSS stiffening system, results in an extremely rigid stand up paddle board.The boards come in 2 types of construction called Zen or Deluxe. The zen is the best value with a double stitch build that makes it lighter and stiffer and gives the feel of a hard paddle board. The Deluxe option is lighter and more responsive. Thank you. I tried SUP boarding, for my very first time, in the Caribbean as part of a cruise ship day trip and it was a terrible experience as far as standing up. The instructor simply said “stay on your knees & paddle out until you get to deeper water, then squat on all fours, and slooowly stand up with your feet evenly apart, and start paddling!”. Fun design: The Retro design is beautiful and pretty unique for a paddle board. You’ll definitely get some compliments and a few jealous glances when you go paddling with it. Large weight capacity: I’ve had no problem paddling with my kid on board with me (at about 300lbs – but Atoll say the board can take over 550 lbs!) We’ve also included the Fanatic Ray Air 11ft 6 as inspiration for those who know they want to go on longer paddle board cruises and need something that glides faster across flat water.

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So which is better? It kind of depends on who you talk to. Each manufacturer claims their process is the best and most durable(of course). From our testing the last several years we have yet to see a problem with either process and can fully recommend both. Fusion tends to be lighter, but if this isn’t a priority, then either construction method will suit your needs. I have close friends of 40+ years, whose daughter is getting married November 2018. We’ve watched her grow up, go on to graduate from LSU, and now she’s getting hitched! I’ve been thinking about getting them either one or two paddle boards as a wedding gift. As the saying goes, “Couples who play together, stay together!” Great for fishing: Opt for the Bug Slinger design and you get additional features to convert the board into a fully kitted-out fishing platform! Some effort required: Again, due to the fact that it’s not as fast as other cruising SUPs, the glide is ever so slightly reduced. Paddling is still easy, but requires slightly more effort than similar SUPs I’ve used. Red Paddle Co inflatable standup paddleboards are some of the most expensive SUP boards on the market. They are also super durable and have outstanding performance.Drop stitch technology: Quality boards will also feature a drop stitch core, meaning that there are thousands of polyester drop stitches between the top and bottom layers of the stand up paddle board – resulting in extreme rigidity If you do buy a Red board you will have no problem selling it on again and probably not lose out on too much money . It comes with a bungee system at the front and another removable rear bungee for all your paddling essentials. The board also comes with Scotty mounts and extra D-rings for gear and accessories. As I’ve already mentioned – this board is not particularly large, nor is it particularly well-suited larger paddlers. This means that the amount of onboard storage is a little limited. The nose bungee area in particular is on the smaller side, with 4 D-rings – so it’s fine for stashing your water bottle or PFD. Stable and easy to paddle: The Bote Flood is a stable enough board that glides easily, and I found it slightly more stable than the Gili Adventure.