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Browse our inflatable paddle boards & Onewheel electric skateboards, select a delivery date & we'll have it delivered directly to your doorstep or destination. Some ISUP boards can be as expensive as some cheaper hardboards due to design features and the construction quality. Buying stand up paddle boards can be a daunting process for beginner paddlers. The shape of an inflatable stand up paddle board largely determines what it will be best at. Narrow paddle boards with sharp noses are typically faster than round, shorter boards.

This affordable iSUP is designed make a paddler's life easier— be it a newbie interested in learning the sport, a SUP Yogi or a SUP pro who finds it hard to travel with their traditional paddleboard. If only hard boards existed, there would certainly be a lot less people taking them on holiday, or even just bunging in the back of the car and going for a paddle after work or on a weekend.

Transport your SUP board and paddle in a protective bag to prevent damage. Of the boards I reviewed, I felt the least wobbly on the Ride; stable and secure in the water, I'd recommend it for beginners who are the least sure of their balance. The kit includes an inflatable board, deluxe lightweight paddle, one removable fin, front bungee for storage, backpack, carrying handles, repair kit and a manual pump with PSI gauge.

Modern ISUP bags have some clever design features including wheels which allow them to be transported around just as easy as a modern day suitcase. There are also boards available designed especially for SUP yoga, and even tandem or multi-person boards for those who like to share the experience (check out the Red 15” Voyager tandem for two or the Fanatic Tandem Air Premium).

The paddleboarding kit includes a board, a pump and a carry bag. An inflatable stand up paddle board (or iSUP) is much lighter than a traditional board, and packs down into a backpack when deflated. Today's market has evolved into a dizzying array of boards for fishing, racing, river running, flat water, and yes, surfing.

Meanwhile, The Red Paddle Co 22” Dragon is a four-person racing paddle board which can go seriously fast (in part thanks to the power of eight arms driving paddles through the water). Wash your SUP equipment after going in saltwater, be sure to get the fin boxes, slider nut and screw, as well as the deck pad.

The Lifetime Amped paddle board is made of high density polyethylene (HDPE) that is UV-protected. They are no cheaper than traditional fiberglass or composite boards, so expect to pay at least $700, unless you find a phenomenal deal. With the advanced manufacturing process's today, the best inflatable SUP's (stand up paddle) boards, offer the same level of paddling, while being lighter, simple to store and easy to transport - all for a lower price than hard SUPs.

The fact that iSUPs are slightly larger than hard boards means that they can catch waves fairly easily - even small ones - so if you choose an inflatable board you might find yourself out on the water more regularly. Whether you're into fun little shore breaks or the pristine flat water of your favorite local lake or river, an inflatable paddle board helps you get there that much quicker.

The 2016 Cascade paddle board systems includes a new-style Bravo high-pressure, dual-action pump with a gauge. The NIXY paddle board comes with an inflatable stand up paddle board adjustable oar, as mentioned, as well as a carry bag that has wheels, a high pressure pump, and a leash to make sure you won't lose the board in case you fall off.

Alternatively, the Red Paddle Co RIDE board comes with a RAM mount and a waterproof phone case so that you can record your travels without damaging your tech. As a general rule, the wider and longer your board is, the more stable it is. The larger it is, the harder it is to maneuver.