PEAK 11' Expedition Stand Up Paddle Board

At a first glance, all inflatable SUP boards look very similar, but there are actually many different design variations which can make a big difference to how and where they should be used. Extreme heat and cold can cause the board to expand and contract, possibly weakening it. Store it in a cool, shaded place when you're not using it. If you're leaving it out on the beach during a break, store it with the traction surface (the part you stand on) facing the ground.

The best surf SUP for big guys probably comes from The Red Paddle Co, who produce boards which can be filled up to 25 PSI - significantly higher than many other brands. Harder to track: In stand-up paddleboarding, you paddle on one side and then switch, left or right.

The board packs into a spacious backpack with wheels and a central carrying handle, so it's easy enough to drag down to the beach; while the HP5 triple action pump with three settings inflates the board to the right air pressure without too much elbow grease.

Find the best paddleboards from our Amazon and eBay stores today. It's a hard board and so ease of transportation is a must and the Pink Panther has an embedded carry handle in the middle of the deck pad that's ergonomic and makes the lightweight 10kg board a doddle to cart around.

The foam boards are still today the inflatable stand up paddle board best response to learning to use a Stand Up Paddle Board or surfing small waves. Our Yoga Paddle Board was designed for those who want to take their yoga practice on land to the water. This also means you get a stiff ride without having to spend too much time pumping it up - the twin valve Titan pump helps get the board ready to ride in double quick time.

Be careful when you are paddling and avoid any obstructions that can damage your board, paddle, or fin. While stand-up paddle boarding has been around for a while, the original boards were essentially oversized surfboards, and so they were big, heavy, and difficult to transport.

Inflatable boards are the latest trend in the SUP world, as they make the sport even more accessible and affordable. If lack of storage space or a small vehicle has been holding you back from the paddle board experience, here's the portable alternative to bulky hard boards.

It also comes with a paddle, a pump with built-in pressure gauge, and the optional, removable fin that can be added for stability. Red Paddle Co suggests that if you're looking for a SUP lesson or hire boards, then head over to , the largest global website for locations around the world where you can learn to paddle board.

The adjustable bungee on the nose of the board kept my waterproof bag safe and secure, too. It's hard to beat our tried-and-true combo of top quality inflatable paddle boards for a price that won't break the bank. They're also great for surfing. The majority of SUP paddle boarders don't surf'”they paddle around on flat water.

Hence why stand-up paddle boarding is now the world's fastest growing water sport; and why a recent report predicted that the global stand-up paddle board market will experience an annual growth rate of 15.5pc until 2020. Though they're not much less stiff than hard boards, you may notice some flex when paddling - which means extra effort in each paddle stroke.