As with all Sea Gods SUPs, the Skylla has a few features to make it even more accommodating to a range of SUP activities. Integrated into the front and rear cargo area, the Skylla showcases 4 total universal action mounts, as well as kayak seat compatibility with 4 extra D-rings along the rails. A little more spendy than some boards on our list, but the quality is worth the price in our opinion Compared to other all-around inflatable paddleboards, the Thurso Surf Waterwalker is fast. I’d say it is one of the best all-around inflatable paddle boards as far as performance goes. It’s worth noting, though, that the kayak seat only has attachment straps near the top, so expect it to shift around a little. It still works though – and that’s what matters! The Atoll performs well in most water conditions. It balances speed and stability so well. Anyone would enjoy paddling it, regardless of skill level.

However, the Gili Adventure could still be a good match for someone lighter than 190lbs. It can be a fishing, touring, yoga, or a relaxed cruising paddle board. However, you might also be wondering about how they compare to solid paddle boards, and whether they’re as good.As far as turning, I mean it turns slower, not harder. There’s a difference. It turns slower again because of its weight and width. A slower turn is actually easier for beginners too. They are really awesome boards! If you want to grab yourself a bargain I would be getting the 2018 while they are on sale though 😉 There are improvements on the 2019 for sure but I’d be just as happy with the 2018. Reply Military-grade PVC: High-quality boards are made using this, and will normally feature two or more layers. For activities that require speed, like touring and racing, you will need a longer and narrower SUP. So you don’t want to get a SUP that is under 11 feet long and over 32 inches wide. Rigid, stable board: The BOTE HD Aero is a large, stable board that’s great for fishing, yoga, or family use. It’s a good quality board that gets the fundamentals right.

I’m 5’7″ 136lbs & have been out a few times before, on rented boards, I’m pretty stable & didn’t fall off. I’ve been looking at the weight of the boards as I’m not that strong so wondering is the 126 & 132 a much heavier board to carry down to the lake or are they manageableFast and maneuverable: The slim profile of the CX makes it fast and easy to maneuver. If you’re the right size and weight, it’s one of the best compact boards you can buy! I want to find an inflatable that is firm ( I guess at least 15psi is the suggestion ?). Mostly will use for lakes/rivers and some ocean. Sub-standard accessories: BOTE’s accessories aren’t bad, but for the price you pay for this board, I’d expect a carbon fiber paddle and a better pump. I’d also expect you to get a leash with the board. It’s built using their 1000D exo-surface laminate and pro-weave dropstitch technology and also has carbon fiber rails to reduce flex as much as possible, and thus improving the rigidity even further.