How do I know if my paddle board is fully inflated?
Your paddle board is fully inflated when it feels firm to the touch and does not flex under pressure. Most boards have a recommended PSI, typically around 12-15 PSI, which you can check using the gauge on your pump. In summary, it is generally OK to leave your inflatable stand up board fully inflated, provided you follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and store it in a cool, dry place.There is no rule saying you can’t leave your paddle board inflated; however, we strongly recommend that if you’re leaving your paddle board in storage for long periods of time, you should deflate it to keep it in its best possible condition.There is no rule saying you can’t leave your paddle board inflated; however, we strongly recommend that if you’re leaving your paddle board in storage for long periods of time, you should deflate it to keep it in its best possible condition.Can you over inflate a stand up paddle board (SUP)? Yes. You can over inflate a paddle board. Theoretically it’s even possible to burst one, if you use the wrong air pump and/or exceed the paddle board manufacturer’s psi recommendations.
How many pumps to inflate a paddle board?
It is going to take at least a few hundred pumps to get it to the desired psi for your inflatable paddle board to be fully inflated. It is a bit of a workout before your actual workout as we like to say. How long does it take to inflate a paddle board? If you are using a hand pump and have some experience, it takes about 15 minutes to get a board tight and hard to the touch at 15 psi. If it is your first time, it may take you 20-30 minutes. Electric pumps can inflate a board easier and faster at about 10 minutes.Pump, pump, pump and you’ll see the gauge needle dance around a bit. Once you reach 12-15psi, the needle will hold it’s position a little better, however, the gauge will only read while you are pumping and the air is being pushed into the board.For all Tower paddle boards, a PSI of at least 10 should be reached: You should find the last 30-40 pumps to be fairly difficult, but it’s worthwhile to get it to full inflation. Note that the gauge that comes with our pump will not register the air pressure until the board is at at least 7 PSI.
Do you pump up or down on a paddle board?
Turn the SUP board valve stem to the CLOSED (UP) position. This may seem counterintuitive, but it works because a closed SUP valve has a rubber stopper on a spring that allows pressurized air to push through the valve while preventing air from coming back out. Take items out of the bag and lay the board on a clean surface to roll out your SUP. STEP 2: Before you start inflating, be sure that the valve’s yellow pin is in the upright position. This means the valve is closed and will prevent all of the air from rushing out when you are finished pumping.Turn the SUP board valve stem to the CLOSED (UP) position. If you leave the valve stem in the open position, you will lose all of the air pressure when you remove the hose.To Inflate – Valve pin UP Press and turn counterclockwise to the UP position. This activates the non-return valve and prevents air from escaping when you remove the pump hose.The valve needs to be in the closed position which is done by putting the spring loaded pin in the up right position before you begin pumping to avoid the air coming out when you have finished pumping.Press and turn counterclockwise to the UP position. This activates the non-return valve and prevents air from escaping when you remove the pump hose. Press and turn clockwise to the down position. This deactivates the non-return valve and allows air from escaping from the inflatable stand up paddleboard.
How much air should I put in my paddle board?
Generally speaking, we’d suggest aiming for 15-22 PSI. This should ensure that your board reaches the levels of stiffness required for optimum stability, without you having to exert too much effort inflating your board or battle resistance from the valve when deflating it. For all-round boards , or boards that you use for multiple purposes, an air pressure of 10-17 PSI (Pounds per Square Inch) is recommended. For race boards , the air pressure is slightly higher, about 15-20 PSI.Your paddle board is fully inflated when it feels firm to the touch and does not flex under pressure. Most boards have a recommended PSI, typically around 12-15 PSI, which you can check using the gauge on your pump.
Should paddle board paddles float?
A sealed one piece paddle should float regardless of the material it’s made from – unless you decide to prove us wrong and make it out of lead, of course. However, a 2 or 3 piece SUP paddle’s bouyancy depends on the material it’s made from and its age. One of the most important elements of a stand up paddle board is its fin or fins. These small protrusions under the board impact all aspects of a SUP’s performance from tracking and maneuverability to speed and stability.