When preparing to go out and purchase a new stand up paddleboard there are certain things that you should have in mind before making your purchase. First, decide whether or not you want to use it as a form of exercise or just for a comfortable day out on the water.
When choosing which paddleboard to get it’s important to find the one that is perfect for you. When you are a beginner, one recommendation is to choose one with a large volume. Volume makes the board much more stable and easier for a first time user. It’s also important to find the right length and width to suit your needs. A shorter paddleboard is much easier to maneuver and is about 8’ feet long whereas a longer board gives you a higher speed and often more stability and ranges anywhere from 10’ to 14’ feet long.
There are four main kinds of paddleboards to choose from:
Pop Board Co's 11' Huckleberry All Around SUP
You can use this board for just about everything. Which is why it’s called the all-round board. This is the perfect board for someone who is just starting out with SUP’s. All-round boards usually are at least 30in wide which means that it is very stable, while still gliding through both flat and undulating water.
Pau Hana Endurance Touring SUP
The touring board has a pointed nose and has a longer surface to stand on. It allows you to easily cut through the water. It is also known for being a "flatwater board" as its performance is best on still water.
NSP - SLX DC Surf X Surf SUP
A surf board is smaller in their construction in terms of both length and width. Due to its size, it is easy to maneuver on the water, but also hard to master.
SIC Maui RS Race SUP
If you are a fan of speed and competitive paddling, then this is the board for you. The board itself is long and narrow and has a pointed nose. The shape and size of the paddleboard makes it hard to use for beginners.
Other kinds of paddle board uses can be for yoga, whitewater paddling, fishing and more. Another variable to keep in mind is deciding between an inflatable or composite paddle board. Both have both pros and cons so it's important to choose what best suits your needs.
After you have chosen which paddleboard you want, then it’s time to decide which paddle you need. There are a lot of different types of paddles and getting the right (or wrong) paddle can make or break your stand up paddle experience. Quite often the difference between the types is the construction, weight and adjustability.
There are six different kinds of paddles to choose from:
The fiberglass paddle and the carbon fiber paddle are the go-to paddles for someone who is advanced and wants to be fast on the water. If you are quite new to paddle boarding and wish for a more affordable paddle, then the aluminum paddle would be the go-to.
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Oliver Ottesen is originally from Roskilde in Denmark. He has been a professional footballer player in the Danish Superliga and won the Danish championship six times and participated in the Champions League. Ottesen has in his spare time spent a lot of time in the water and especially on his SUP board which he loves to take for a ride. After finishing his Academy Profession in sales and marketing, he now wants to focus on his passion for open water and SUP’s.
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