Apex Jimmy Styks Paddle Board (2024)

FAQs

How many PSI should a paddle board be? ›

The best inflatable stand-up paddle board PSI level is anywhere from 10 to 15. Most people inflate their board to about 10 to 12 PSI. A higher PSI will help if you are riding in cold or choppy water. If you need a bit more stability, try increasing the PSI of your board as well.

A SUP board must work for your size. If the board doesn't displace the correct amount of water for your weight, you won't be supported well and the board may feel unstable. Board volume and weight capacity are two factors that affect how stable you will feel and how well the board will travel through the water.

Never Over Inflate

However, you should never put too much air into your board. Not only will this be particularly time-consuming, but excess pressure can also cause damage to the board which may threaten its lifespan and performance.

How Long Can You Leave a SUP Inflated? You can leave your inflatable paddle board inflated indefinitely, as long as you store your board correctly. If you release air, keep your board out of sunlight, and in a cool, dry place, your inflatable board can remain inflated, and little to no damage will come to it.

Paddle boarding can be hard to balance if your board is too small for your size, if the water is choppy, if you're looking around or moving your body around a lot, or if your stance is incorrect.

Mastering Balance on Your Stand Up Paddleboard: Understand that balance is key, and while falling off is likely, it's also a manageable and fun part of learning. Embrace Falling with a Smile: Falling off is inevitable, but with the right approach, it's safe. In shallow waters, aim for a flat fall to minimize risks.

Open the valve and let all the air out. Make sure the board is clean and totally dry before doing so. Roll, Don't Fold: Rather than folding the board tightly, roll it up gently. This can prevent creases and potential damage to the board.

Heavy boards also cause extra drag in the water, which takes extra energy to make the board glide, making it harder to paddle. Additionally, cheap paddle boards have the reputation of rapidly wearing down after a season or two.

How Long Do Inflatable Paddle Boards Last? We could answer this question with an arbitrary range, such as 2 to 12 years, but the truth is that the durability of an inflatable SUP will depend on the quality of the board you buy and the type of use it endures.

Construction: With quality paddleboards, like the standup boards from Hydrus, you can expect better durability and stronger construction as well as better materials. Most solid, quality boards are made from a stiff material, such as fiberglass, which is costly. Plus, these boards use multiple layers for durability.

What is the difference between 15 and 20 PSI on a paddle board? ›

At 15PSI the board is 24% stiffer with the RSS battens. At 20PSI the board is 23% stiffer with the RSS battens.

Pump up the board until it reaches 10-15 PSI. It will be easy to pump at first and nothing will register on the inflation valve until the board is pretty stiff. Do not get discouraged, keep pumping. The pump gauge will not register a psi until it gets to at least 7 psi.

For general use 15-22 psi is best.

STP values are commonly used in experiments involving gases. In the past, the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) defined STP as the following: Temperature: 0 degrees Celsius (273.15 degrees Kelvin or 32 degrees Fahrenheit) Pressure: 1 atm (101.325 kilopascal or 760 Torr).