What size SUP for surfing?
A SUP board designed for surfing will typically be around the 9 to 10-foot range as the shorter length is more suited to sharp turns and movement. Longer boards 10 to 12 feet long are used for recreational paddle boarding, SUP yoga, and SUP fishing. While boards 12 feet and over are categorized as touring SUPs. With proper care and maintenance, a well-built inflatable paddle board can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years or more. However, it’s essential to keep in mind that the lifespan of your iSUP may vary depending on how often you use it, the conditions in which it’s used and stored, and the quality of construction.DURABILITY. The durability of your blow up paddle board is important, especially when it’s inflatable. Once a cheap paddle board starts to break down, it tends to be more than just a simple issue and more than likely isn’t worth the effort of fixing so you’ll end up going and buying a new one.The only downside to inflatables is that they don’t perform quite so well in choppy conditions and wind. So think about the location you usually paddle, and whether you’ll want to go out when it’s blowing 10-15knots.Quick Answer: For all-around leisure paddling, inflatable SUPs are much better overall, due to advantages in durability, portability, weight, versatility, and injury prevention. But if you are buying a board mainly for SUP surfing or racing, certain technical attributes of hardboards make them worthy of consideration.
Is SUP surfing harder than surfing?
While beginners can do surfing and SUP, it is much easier to begin on a SUP. Learning to balance on a paddleboard and developing the core muscles you use in paddling is much easier to do on flat waters than in waves. While inflatable paddle boards (iSUPs) might be known for their versatility in calm waters, they’ve also made a splash in the surfing world. Being portable, durable and responsive, today’s inflatable paddleboards offer a capable and enjoyable surfing experience.Avoid offshore winds. They will quickly blow your paddleboard far out to sea, which can make it extremely tiring and difficult to paddle back to shore. Avoid launching in windy conditions. You should wear a suitable personal flotation device.Inflatable paddleboards are designed for use in saltwater, however, proper cleaning and maintenance are essential for those using their board on the sea. Because saltwater is so corrosive, it’s critical to rinse your board and paddling equipment with fresh water after every use.SUPs are ideal for use in bays, lakes, rivers, and mild ocean waters; but if you’re planning to do a long-distance paddle through turbulent waters, then yes—a hard board may be the better choice.
Can you surf on inflatable SUP?
Inflatable SUPs are made from a flexible, durable material that can be inflated with a pump, making them easy to transport and store, but can you surf on an inflatable stand-up paddle board (iSUP)? The answer is yes, but there are a few key considerations to keep in mind. Expected Lifespan: With regular use, basic models last about three years, while high-quality options like those from Glide can last over seven years. Comparison to Hard Boards: iSUPs offer benefits such as portability and safety, making them a preferable choice for many paddlers over hard paddle boards.With proper care and maintenance, a well-built inflatable paddle board can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years or more. However, it’s essential to keep in mind that the lifespan of your iSUP may vary depending on how often you use it, the conditions in which it’s used and stored, and the quality of construction.
How long do inflatable SUPs last?
Note: Current inflatable SUP construction quality and techniques are much more advanced today than they were 5 years ago. As such, it’s hard to know exactly how long newer inflatable SUPs will last. We have boards that are 5-6 years old, and hope that the current SUPs we have last in the 5-10 yr+ range). If you keep your inflatable SUP inflated for months at a time it will start to slowly release air. This happens extremely slowly however. If for example you leave your SUP inflated for 10 months it may lose 1-2 PSI’s worth of air so nothing that can totally change the integrity of your inflatable paddle boards.How Long Can You Leave a SUP Inflated? You can leave your inflatable paddle board inflated indefinitely, as long as you store your board correctly. If you release air, keep your board out of sunlight, and in a cool, dry place, your inflatable board can remain inflated, and little to no damage will come to it.
What is the best way to store an inflatable SUP?
The ideal place to store it is cleaned up, folded and put away in a normal climate environment. Rolling your inflatable paddle board up bone dry is key to preventing mildew. Avoid tightly compressing the board; loosely rolled up is best. If your inflatable SUP gets dirty or scuffed up you can use mild soap and water or Mr. Clean Magic Erasers to clean it. The erasers work like a charm at removing scuff marks and dirt. Same goes for any cleaning necessary on your paddles.