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Is anyone using an inflatable stand up paddle board (SUP)?

We bought a Boardworks MCIT inflatable SUP two years ago and love it. Yes, you do get a good workout inflating the SUP but I think the harder workout is getting it to fix back into the bag when you trying to put it away. We went with an inflatible SUP because we do not have a good place to store a rigid SUP. We live in a historic neighborhood with a small lot and no garage. We store it on our camper.

Once inflated it is great. My kids love playing on it. Last summer, we have 6 or 7 kids playing on it at the same time and they had a blast with it.

http://boardworkssurf.com/s/mcit/

We purchased it from Paddle Finatics in Northwest Arkansas at a boat show. Debbie, the owner was great to deal with. http://www.paddlefinatics.com/
 
Bruce said:
The board has a really nice valve that prevents air escaping when you disconnect the pump.
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Dont forget to set the valve properly before starting or you'll have to do those last ~80 pumps all over again!! :mad:
 
I have transported a tube on top of the Bimini at low speeds. But I am not certain that I would want a paddle board up there. It is more of a point load.

We transported a hard paddle board in the boat at Lake Murray. It was fine for the day.
 
d_coyne1984 said:
I am planning on buying a hard SUP here pretty soon. I plan on transporting it out on the lake with us by throwing it on top of the bimini. I will probably pick up some of these racks:

http://www.bulletlines.com/ProductD...265&gdftrk=gdfV26837_a_7c423_a_7c4216_a_7c265
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@d_coyne1984 These will NOT work with our bimini! The site doesn't provide much information about them at ALL! I was set to buy them but thought I would make sure they would work. I will post the email replies if I can find them. Basically, our bimini poles are too small :( I can't find the email (maybe I even talked to them on phone) but I believe the tubing has to be 1 1/4" and ours is 7/8
 
The first day of inflatable paddle boarding went well.

We had 10 people on board including a baby plus shisk ka bobs and the grill for dinner and the margarita mixer for pina coladas so the boat was pretty packed. The deflated board was stored in the bow under the bow filler cushion.

Rana was able to inflate the board standing on the swim deck. I had unrolled the board in the water and connected the air hose.

At the end of the day I deflated the board and rolled it up around the pump while it was floating in the water. It easily slips back into the included back pack.

The deflated board still floats so this was an easy process that was made easier by being in water where I could stand.

I believe this board will get the most usage of any water toy that I have purchased.
 

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Awesome! I need to quit debating and just go buy one.
 
I bought an NRS Earl 6 last year. Lots of fun. Nice, rigid, inflatable.
 
I pumped it up on the boat yesterday... Placed the board in the water and the pump over the fitting for the table on the swim deck.... Was not to bad; harder to pump as you go but, so worth it!
 
I was out on my parents SUP last weekend giving rides to my two kids. I started with one kiddo then the other for a total of three rides each. Finally, I decided to take both kids at the same time and the board handled us great. Looks like I need to get one too now.
 
DonWon said:
I was out on my parents SUP last weekend giving rides to my two kids. I started with one kiddo then the other for a total of three rides each. Finally, I decided to take both kids at the same time and the board handled us great. Looks like I need to get one too now.
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What size do you have?
 
My parents have an 11'6". It's solid/not inflatable. I weigh 155 and added 100 when they were both on it. From what I have researched, the inflatables are very firm. I will be getting an inflatable when I pull the trigger.
 
@Bruce Thank you for posting, this looks like a great deal! My wife has wanted one, and I'm looking. Almost missed this, did not occur to me to look for SUP advice on jetboaters..!:winkingthumbsup"
Will it float a bigger guy, say 225lbs?
 
swatski said:
@Bruce Thank you for posting, this looks like a great deal! My wife has wanted one, and I'm looking. Almost missed this, did not occur to me to look for SUP advice on jetboaters..!:winkingthumbsup"
Will it float a bigger guy, say 225lbs?
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That board is rated for 270 pounds. I am pretty sure we have had more than 225 on it without a problem.
 
It's my understanding from my own research that a 225lb rider will need a 6" thick inflatable sup or go to a rigid board. The boards tend to sag in the middle under a lot of weight but if your not using it 100% if the time it may not bother you. You won't break it -- it will just sag.

I've been eyeing up Tower SUP's:
http://www.towerpaddleboards.com/mobile/
 
Good lookin out @Bruce ! Ironically, ordered one 2 days ago. I mean, Santa is bringing Karie one I think. Thanks to you and @Rana for providing such a great gift idea. She's talked about it ever since getting back from Bimini.
 
I'm thinking about selling my NRS Earl 6. 6" inflatable with adjustable fiberglass paddle. I see they are closing them out. I paid $1195 with the paddle. I thought the Mrs would enjoy it but she hated it. I took it out a few times. Looks like new. Will carry a ton :)

http://www.nrs.com/product/86098.02/nrs-earl-6-inflatable-sup-board-closeout

I also have a west marine inflatable kayak that I'll let go also if someone is interested. Also with adjustable paddle.

http://www.westmarine.com/buy/west-marine--scout-advanced-frame-inflatable-kayak--11842028
 
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