Unfortunately, the Body Glove Performer 11 does not have a rounded nose like the all-arounder paddleboards, neither does it have a removable, adjustable fin system. Thus, this SUP board’s not the best when it comes to versatility. The Lifetime Horizon is another less common construction, only seen in budget boards. It is made out of HDPE plastic, High-Density Poly Ethylene. This construction is very common for small canoes and kayaks. Specifically for the highly manoeuvrable kayaks intended for use in river rapids. This way, the board is sturdy enough to survive almost anything you can throw at it with minimal damage. Body Glove is really catering to shared paddleboard adventures with six options in their lineup for two-person SUPYAKs. These models that can easily transform between kayaking and paddleboarding are the best choice for family and social excursions. There are really no major differences between the two-person SUPYAK models as they all have the same overall dimensions and 500-pound capacity rating, with the exception of the Tango which is 13 feet long.

Additionally, this carrying capacity allows you to bring your child or pet with you for the paddling session. This board fits very well in its the price range. It is a very practical board with features like retractable fins and camera mounts. Its Performer SUP is a solid option for beginners, and after chatting with a few who have owned the board for a while, is fairly durable too. I’d say the best performance was the stand-out quality of the Performer 11. I mean who could have expected that? It’s in the name for crying out loud! Now, this wasn’t a fast board, I wouldn’t say that the acceleration was something to marvel at either. In the middle price-range at Costco, we wind three inflatables, two all-round boards and one intended for yoga. Costco intermediate boardsThe world of paddleboards has evolved with each passing year. Thus, new features and technologies have shown up on these watercraft and their construction process. This is what I mean by not having to wrestle with it. Earlier, many of you may have been surprised by the Performer weighing around forty pounds. Certainly more than the average inflatable. Body Glove paddleboards are family-friendly, durable options which are good for beginner to intermediate paddlers who want a more affordable paddleboard option without compromising on a cool design, fun features and good quality. Body Glove designs paddleboards for flatwater touring, fishing, yoga and kids as well as hybrid SUP kayak models and options for tandem and multi-person paddleboards. Body Glove paddleboards have innovative features such as an integrated carry handle that can also secure a paddle or a water bottle.

Nonetheless, this board has quality constructions materials and superior engineering. Thus it should last for years. Verdict:

Our Verdict

The Body Glove Grommet kids paddleboard model weighs under 15 pounds while the majority of the non-specialized inflatable standup paddleboard models are in the low to mid 20-pound range. The Body Glove Oasis yoga and fitness paddleboard weighs 22 pounds and the best-selling Performer weighs 24 pounds. The weight of the Body Glove rigid paddleboards is also 24 pounds. SUPYAKs and two-person paddleboards weigh over 30 pounds with the Tandem coming in at 34 pounds. The multi-person Body Glove paddleboards weigh a whopping 80 pounds and will need a few sets of hands to carry. The Admiral is a big inflatable board. It’s 11 feet long and 34 inches wide. This is a very stable board for activities like fishing and camping trips and will keep most people afloat. Well, most people and their gear and the odd fish afloat. It is a light construction as the outer layers of epoxy is normally what weighs the most in a fiberglass board. But since we have the plastic instead, it is very light. Anyways… with or without shoes on I always felt as if the grip was able to get a good hold of me and vice versa. I don’t have any complaints. It’s a high-quality board with a solid traction pad that gives you plenty of room to work with.

As for the length, it is eleven feet long, which is a pretty great size. Not too tall that you’ll have trouble maneuvering it but not so small that you wouldn’t be able to take a bag or bring along some company.I've paddled the Performer in local lakes here in Florida and I've found it to be stable, easy to paddle and very convenient. I was hooked on getting it because I saw that you could put a water bottle in the handle, something I'd never seen before. It allows me to have it close by, between my feet when paddling, and that's made this almost worth it for just that feature. The Body Glove weighsaround forty pounds. Personally, I had no issues transporting it around outside of the water. However, I would understand others having difficulties moving an eleven-foot paddleboard on their own. With that in mind,this board has a spacious 34 inches wide surface, so it sports decent stability on the water. Afterward, Body Glove further enhances this stability by strategically adding a tri-fin setup. In about a month of testing, I’ve not only paddled on the Performer myself, but I’ve also seen it everywhere — it is hands down one of the paddleboards I recognize most frequently out on lakes around Denver, Boulder, and along the Front Range. What makes the Body Glove Performer one of the most popular standup paddleboards on the waves today? We took it for a spin to find out for ourselves.

We would not recommend newbies using this board in rougher water or windy conditions, as it is not as easy to control. The nose can easily get pushed off course and the board may feel wobbly. This is where a longer center fin would be beneficial in keeping the board straight. This board will not glide like a real fiberglass board, but it can take a proper beating. The combination of the EPS core, fiberglass and hard plastic is very durable. While there was nothing extraordinary about its specs, this is what makes the Performer 11 accessible. The Build of the Body Glove Performer However, it does come with a sturdy build and a high carrying capacity, so that you can modify it quite a bit. At its widest point, its widthis thirty-four inches across. Definitely on the higher end of the range, which is good. More width equals greater stability. Being that it’s a beginner paddle board, stability is definitely a must.The Kayoga is a slightly longer yoga and fitness paddleboard model at 10.5 feet in length and (similar to the Oasis) has an action camera attachment, although it also has a little more bungee tie down space for securing gear. The major difference between the Kayoga and Oasis is that the Kayoga is transformable into a kayak by securing on a kayak seat as well as removable footrests on D-ring attachment locations. SUPYAK Body Glove hybrid paddleboard kayaks Alright, so this is where some of you may take issue with the Performer 11 iSUP. There won’t be a need for a fin box. What I mean is that the fin setup of this paddleboard is fixed. The fins are not detachable and you have to work with what you’re given. Therefore, if you wish to enjoy a smooth SUPing session or go on an extended long-distance paddleboarding expedition, then the 2021 release of Body Glove Performer 11 will meet your needs perfectly. We found the BG Performer to be quite fun on lakes and slower rivers. In fact, we found it very easy to use on most calm waters. We feel that beginners could take to it easily, because it is a fairly wide and stable board. We would only recommend using it on flat waters of lakes, calm rivers, or bays.