M. W.
Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2025
Purchased in December for Xmas gift. "Opened" it today by unwrapping and disconnecting the paddle and the padding that was hidden by the paddle is bubbled and dented inward. Coming unglued already... Still floats but would not recommend purchasing something this large online especially if you are going to use it right away.
Bill S.
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2024
Being a blow molded board it should last quite a while. It should handle running aground on anything except sharp oyster shell. But, it is around the heaviest available. The students did not like the slight oil canning on the top compared to a fiberglass covered Styrofoam core. And you can't beat this price.
N2 Miami Beach
Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2020
The paddleboard arrived with bubbles in the Matt. I planned to return it right away. Then a friend came over and I really wanted to use it, so I went ahead and threw the box away and decided to keep it in spite of the mat. I liked that it was stable for heavier people and looked more difficult to damage. However, it is built like a kayak- hollow plastic. After a long paddle trip it had take on water. I do not know how. It became hard to steer or move, and it was hard to get back. I still don’t see how it took on water and there did not seem to be drain. I need to return and I do not know how without the box. I thought it would be a great, durable beginner board. It is not.
K.D.
Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2019
We got two of these boards to replace inflatable ones we had that were punctured. These are much more stable, sturdy and easier to use than the inflatable ones! We’ve used them a hand full of times now and aside from them being heavy when pulling out of the water, they’re great. Would definitely recommend these to anyone looking for a sturdier board than the inflatable type. The price was fair, and in our eyes worth it as we hope to use them for many years to come... we use them for traditional SUP purposes, but sometimes when tired will sit and paddle almost like a kayak- it’s easy to maneuver and to go from seated to standing position, etc. highly recommend this board over the inflatable ones.
Clare Collins
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2019
This is a strong, stable, heavy paddleboard that is excellent for the balance-challenged! Good value for the price. Took almost a month to arrive and box was very damaged. Oar was broken, but I had a excellent customer service experience and was sent the paddle of my choice from Amazon (originally told that I would have to send the whole thing back, but a capable supervisor intervened).
Madison Stanley
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019
We bought 2 of these boards and we've been using them for over 2 months, 3-4 times a week. We love them!! We have paddled on choppy water, hurricane band lake waves and smooth water and they perform like champs. Are they heavy... yes, but my daughter and I paddle together and we load and unload them together. I will take the heavy over blowing 2 paddle boards up anyday. We bought the double Lockrack system from StoreYourBoard and it doesn't take us but a couple of minutes to load and unload. We did get new yellow Supply paddles on Amazon and they are a game changer. The rigid paddle blade makes power stroking and choppy water a piece of cake. We have a friend who is over the weight limit and we found the board will hold a little more weight than the limit, but it doesn't handle as well...you have to work a little harder, but it still works. The board itself is heavy duty. We drag them usually just on grass, drop them on occasion after a long paddle, put in on sand and even concrete boat ramps with no problems. Do they have some dings? Yes, but they are well used and will continue to be for many years. Finally, I think the stability is excellent. I have yet to fall in and trust me I have put balance to the test. We give this board 2 thumbs up!! Little tip...don't try to pick it up by the bungee straps! That's not what they are for.
RT Schimek
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2019
We bought this for our 13 year old son. He had Kayak which we bought him 4 years ago. Now that he is older he decided he wanted a paddleboard. I think this is a great first paddleboard. It was very stable. Our 4 year old neighbor boy was also on it. It was pretty stable even with the 2 of them on it. We are always hauling 4 paddleboards plus 2 kayaks (now 1 kayak and 5 paddleboards). I thought that having the retractable fine would be fantastic because we would not have to remove the fin from so many. We always left the fin on the top one, but the other had to have it removed. Unfortunately the fin is not flush with the bottom when it is retracted. so this one has to go on top.
Mark Haider
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2019
When the paddleboard first arrived, it looked humongous in my house and I was wondering if it was longer than what I wanted. However, once I got it out on the water, I realized it was the perfect length and I couldn't imagine it being any shorter. The board is very stable and easy to maintain balance on, even in rougher waters. Despite other reviews, I thought the paddle worked well and wasn't flimsy. After a couple uses, the board did manage to get some scratches into the plastic, however, that is expected and probably unavoidable. The handle at the front of the board and the middle of the board make it relatively easy to carry and transport the board. I've had a lot of fun using the board, even in the colder, fall weather!