Solid paddle board are traditionally made from carbon or fiberglass and, as you’d expect, are more rigid than inflatable paddle board
Paddle boarding is adventures activity and it’s very interested for paddlers but it’s tricky for buyers
Firstly invest in a paddle board all of your own is a big decision in itself, but there’s still one more decision to make – do you want to buy an inflatable paddle board or a regular paddle board.
There are benefits and drawbacks to each type of board, so it’s all about working out what your needs and skills are. In an ideal world, we’d all like to own one of each board but, unfortunately, that’s not always possible! So, here’s our rundown on whether an inflatable paddle board or regular paddle board is the right choice for you.
- INTRODUCTION OF SOLID PADDLE BOARD
Solid paddle board are traditionally made from carbon or fiberglass and, as you’d expect, are more rigid than inflatable paddle board
- BENEFITS OF A SOLID PADDLE BOARD
The main benefit to owning a solid board is the boost it has for your performance. While you won’t notice much difference if you’re a casual paddle boarder,
If you plan on racing at a high level or performing complicated board moves, such as surfing big waves, a rigid board is certainly what you need.
They’re heavier than inflatable paddle board and so they’re a lot more stable on the water.
An inflatable paddle board won’t give you the support you need for advanced tricks, and many paddle board competitions insist or prefer racers to have a solid board.
The other major benefit to having a solid board is that it’s always ready for the water – once it’s out of its cover, you can be on the water within minutes. Read More REGULAR PADDLE BOARDS ARE BETTER THAN INFLATABLE PADDLE BOARDS
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