If you are looking to start paddleboarding, you have most likely explored buying a board and paddle. Having your own board can be costly to purchase, but will end up costing less over time since you can prevent high equipment rental costs.
There are a variety of different paddleboard types you can get, one of which is inflatable. Boards that are inflated have numerous benefits, but there are a couple of downsides. These types of boards are made with a particular individual in mind who will appreciate the advantages and not mind the disadvantages. Let's look at their differences.
Portability
Inflatable SUPs can be deflated and transported in a medium sized bag. This means that people don't have to load a large board on the top of their vehicles. They can also be transported on airplanes without requiring a hefty charge typically charged for extra-large baggage.
Because they can be packed into a smaller, more compact size, these boards can be easily secured in a vehicle, carried on one's back and stored without taking up much space. Standard fiberglass boards do not offer these advantages. Nevertheless, people who have a roof rack on their vehicle, ample storage area and no need to lock their equipment while transporting them, this may not be a problem.
Effort Required to Pump up the Board
Inflatable boards normally need a manual hand pump to be inflated. This can take from 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the strength of the individual doing the inflating. Pumping air into a paddleboard takes work, and for some petite ladies, it can be a workout. Hard boards naturally do not require this added work, and some individuals prefer the convenience of not having to continually inflate and deflate their equipment.
Maneuverability
The firmness of inflatable boards varies. In general, the less expensive boards have a lower psi inflation, and as a result are less firm. This means that they tend to bounce more in rough water or surf. For newbies, this can feel more unsteady. For individuals paddling on lakes or various other flat water locations, they might not be able to tell a difference and for that reason not care.
Conventional boards can provide a more streamlined ride and increased maneuverability. Paddlers desiring a fast board that is easier to turn and move (ie those who wish to race or do regular workouts) are more likely to prefer a fiberglass board rather than the inflatable type, which are more tailored towards the leisure paddler or someone thinking about yoga paddleboarding.
From my experience and research, inflatable paddleboards do not leak air frequently. That said, most models include a patch kit just in case. These boards appear and feel like a fiberglass board to individuals not knowledgeable about the different styles of boards, and many newbie buyers are impressed at their performance.
When shopping, it is a good idea to compare the attributes of different equipment in addition to costs, so you can get a board that you enjoy.
There are a variety of different paddleboard types you can get, one of which is inflatable. Boards that are inflated have numerous benefits, but there are a couple of downsides. These types of boards are made with a particular individual in mind who will appreciate the advantages and not mind the disadvantages. Let's look at their differences.
Portability
Inflatable SUPs can be deflated and transported in a medium sized bag. This means that people don't have to load a large board on the top of their vehicles. They can also be transported on airplanes without requiring a hefty charge typically charged for extra-large baggage.
Because they can be packed into a smaller, more compact size, these boards can be easily secured in a vehicle, carried on one's back and stored without taking up much space. Standard fiberglass boards do not offer these advantages. Nevertheless, people who have a roof rack on their vehicle, ample storage area and no need to lock their equipment while transporting them, this may not be a problem.
Effort Required to Pump up the Board
Inflatable boards normally need a manual hand pump to be inflated. This can take from 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the strength of the individual doing the inflating. Pumping air into a paddleboard takes work, and for some petite ladies, it can be a workout. Hard boards naturally do not require this added work, and some individuals prefer the convenience of not having to continually inflate and deflate their equipment.
Maneuverability
The firmness of inflatable boards varies. In general, the less expensive boards have a lower psi inflation, and as a result are less firm. This means that they tend to bounce more in rough water or surf. For newbies, this can feel more unsteady. For individuals paddling on lakes or various other flat water locations, they might not be able to tell a difference and for that reason not care.
Conventional boards can provide a more streamlined ride and increased maneuverability. Paddlers desiring a fast board that is easier to turn and move (ie those who wish to race or do regular workouts) are more likely to prefer a fiberglass board rather than the inflatable type, which are more tailored towards the leisure paddler or someone thinking about yoga paddleboarding.
From my experience and research, inflatable paddleboards do not leak air frequently. That said, most models include a patch kit just in case. These boards appear and feel like a fiberglass board to individuals not knowledgeable about the different styles of boards, and many newbie buyers are impressed at their performance.
When shopping, it is a good idea to compare the attributes of different equipment in addition to costs, so you can get a board that you enjoy.
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