Four benefits to investing in an inflatable paddle board

Published on: 01 December 2018
Four benefits to investing in an inflatable paddle board
Inflatable paddle board

If you want an addictive and fun watersport, go for stand up paddle boarding. This activity works almost every muscle in your body. It also provides several health benefits while having a total blast on the water.

However, you need a stand up paddle board that will not disappoint you.

The inflated stand-up paddleboards are a novelty among SUP boards.

Many informed paddlers chose to use these boards for several reasons. Here are four benefits to investing in an inflatable paddleboard.

  1. Performance. Inflatable SUP boards have advanced in material technology and design, making them rigid compared to a hardboard. The boards have a unique performance advantage of fiberglass or epoxy boards. If you compare an inflated and a hard board with the same footprint, the former can have up to 20% more volume. As a result, the inflated board is more stable and supports more rider weight compared to the hardboard. Riders have realized their increased performance, and they now use them in competitions. Racers no longer aspire the performance of the hardboard.
  2. Durability. Manufacturers of inflated boards use military grade materials that are not subject to the vulnerabilities of a hardboard. Durability has made inflatables to outnumber hardboards on rivers, where rock impact is a factor. SUP schools and rental agencies also opt for inflatables to reduce board damage from trainees and renters. Some boards will leak from weak seams where the glue comes apart, but in general, the quality is excellent. Take care of your inflatable board, and you have no trouble.
  3. They are lightweight. You can easily carry an Inflatable SUP with one hand. For this reason, you can take them anywhere. The boards vary in weight but depend on size and construction. However, they weigh between 15 lbs. to 35 lbs. Most boards come with a backpack carry bag. Some bags are better than others are, but it is nice to have a backpack. Some kits come with wheels, and you roll them like a suitcase. The boards are also user-friendly since they are more comfortable on the body of the rider.
  4. Reduced Fatigue. When standing on an inflatable SUP, you feel like you are standing on one of those expensive rubber mats. The board is made to make your feet feel comfortable. You feel relaxed thus reducing the pressure, and these benefits travel up to your upper and lower body. You also do not have to stress yourself finding a place to store your board. Store the board in a shelf, and you do not have to use an entire wall as storage space. You can store a whole fleet of SUP boards in a small closet.

When choosing the best SUP board, look for the all-around SUP board, which is created for beginners but is suitable for novices.

These boards are ideal for anyone who wants to have fun and do some gentle paddling. However, your choice should depend on your level of experience and personal preference.  

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