If you own a smart watch and enjoy exercise, tracking your exercise minutes and calories can be a fun activity. It allows you to set goals for yourself and reach them every day. Paddle boarding is a great physical activity to hit those goals. It activates many muscles to build strength and stability. How do…
While it’s not mandatory to have paddle board insurance, it is still something you want to seriously consider getting, especially if you teach others how to ride, act as a guide, or run a paddle board-related business. This way, should you ever end up hitting someone or something in the water or they hit you,…
When buying a new or used paddleboard, you may not think to check to see if it has a serial number. Even if you do know it has one, where is it? Do paddleboards have serial numbers? Most paddleboards do have a serial number that is located on a fin box by the leash plug…
When you see a paddle board floating out on the water loaded down with a fisherman and all his gear, it almost seems like magic that a slim piece of foam, plastic, resin, and epoxy could support the weight of a full-grown man without capsizing or tipping over. It’s all about the science of buoyancy:…
As someone who loves to paddleboard, I want to make sure I have the best gear, but I’m torn between inflatable paddleboards and hard paddleboards. I decided to do some research to figure out how inflatable paddleboards compare to hard, epoxy paddleboards. Inflatable paddleboards can last for 5 to 10 years if they are used…
Paddleboarding is a water sport that is calming and invigorating. While it can be a nice way to have some alone time, it can also be a great way to bond with your canine companion. Dogs are known to love paddleboarding with their owners, but it can be a little nerve-wracking to bring them out…
If you own an inflatable stand up paddle board (iSUP) or are considering purchasing one, you’ll want to keep it in good shape. If you want to keep your inflatable paddle board in good condition, then you should: By following these 9 guidelines, you’ll be able to get the most out of your inflatable paddle…
The recommended PSI for an inflatable paddle board is 12 to 16 PSI, with the highest recommended pressure being 20 PSI. The average inflatable paddle board rider will likely need to inflate their board to 15 PSI. Always stay within the range imprinted on the board itself. Don’t underinflate, or the board will be floppy…
You can pretty much go paddleboarding on almost any body of water unless otherwise prohibited. Lakes, rivers, the ocean, and harbours and almost any water conditions are wonderful options for new and advanced paddleboarders alike. Paddleboarding is quickly becoming one of the most popular water sports out there. One big reason why paddleboarding is growing…
It is fine to store an inflatable paddle board inflated. It should be stored out of the elements. It will gradually lose air pressure as it sits, so air pressure must be checked before each use. Add little air when needed. If you have to store your board in direct sunlight, lower pressure by 2-4…
How to paddleboard at night and enjoy it: There are many reasons why someone might want to go paddleboarding at night. Whether it’s due to the fact that there’s limited daylight during the fall or you just want to enjoy a nighttime adventure, paddleboarding can easily be done during the night hours; just make sure…
Cleaning a paddleboard requires minimal effort. Rinse it off with fresh, non-salinated water and give it a quick clean with a gentle household detergent like dishwashing liquid. Dry your board thoroughly and store it in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. When it’s time to put up my paddleboard for the winter, I…
