Portofino Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board, 10ft x 33" x 4.75" SUP, All Round Paddleboard With Accessories, Backpack Bag, Adjustable Aluminium Oar, Pump, Pressure Gauge, Leash, Removable Fin

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This paddle board kit has a trick up its sleeve, too: it includes a seat and an extra specialised paddle that means you can convert it into a kayak.

This shape will tend to offer more speed for SUP racing and is a little more difficult to find your feet on as a beginner. inch depth – meaning that while very light or heavy users might find it cumbersome or wobbly respectively, the majority of people who fall into the middle will get on just fine. Coming with all the necessary add-ons as standard, this Goosehill paddleboard is one of the best budget options we’ve found online.Sturdy and streamlined, these examples have a patented RSS system meaning it remains stiffer even in lower pressures.

To inflate the board you twist one end of a plastic tube onto the valve and the other screws into the pump – this is a single-cylinder, single-action pump (meaning it only pushes air into the board on the downstroke) and so takes about 5-10 minutes to see the desired 15psi on the gauge. If you want to go out paddle boarding with a friend but don't want to end up in the inevitable situation where one of you goes faster, and you get split up, the Red 15'0 Tandem MSL Inflatable Paddle Board is a great – if expensive – choice. If the inflatable SUP board is large enough and has a good weight limit, it can then be used as a tandem board for two people to enjoy the water together and you will need an extra adjustable paddle for your partner to use. One of the best life jackets is a necessary safety precaution, and if you want to bring anything on the board, you'll want one of the best dry bags to protect your stuff.It's wide enough to offer beginner-friendly stability, but the narrower nose allows you to get some decent speed up. Although in reality getting the right size is a bit less fiddly with an inflatable SUP because they’re already pretty buoyant, and because you’re likely to be paddling at a steady pace on flat water rather than carving down the face of a wave. The adjustable paddle, kayak conversion seat and suitability for a range of people of all shapes and sizes mean this kayak is a good flexible option for families: let the kids play on it at the beach, and take it out yourself for a sunset paddle when they’ve gone to bed.

There are a few key characteristics that differentiate a budget, beginners’ iSUP from a model designed for better performance. The additional accessories attach to the board via stitched-in mounts and despite a simple design, they do a good job of keeping the seat and footrest where you want them and there's enough room in the Portofino's backpack to house the kayak kit too. The design includes neoprene handles at the nose, rear and centre for easy manoeuvring, a kick pad for quick turns, and an integrated GoPro mount on the nose to help you capture your watery voyages.The Portofino 10ft inflatable stand up paddle board kit includes all the accessories you need to get started with this popular watersport. Don’t fret: both boards can handle a maximum payload well in excess of 180kg, which should be more than enough for a full day’s worth of supplies.

This all-rounder board will take flat water, rivers and surf in its stride thanks to a neat balance of glide speed, manoeuvrability and stability.The Shark 10'8 All Round iSUP Paddle Board Package is designed for tall riders who are new to SUP, wish to do some light touring, try SUP surfing or even a bit of SUP yoga.