{"id":130124,"date":"2021-06-02T19:19:54","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T23:19:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=130124"},"modified":"2021-06-02T19:19:54","modified_gmt":"2021-06-02T23:19:54","slug":"find-the-sup-board-that-fits-you-with-this-buyers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/find-the-sup-board-that-fits-you-with-this-buyers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Find the SUP Board That Fits You With This Buyer’s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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SUP or stand-up paddleboarding is one of the fastest-growing outdoor sports in the world. If you have visited a lake, river, or creek in the summer, then you will have seen paddleboarders. This article will outline a few tips that will help you to find the right board for you. There are a lot of things to consider when buying a paddleboard, from hull type to board length. If you do not tailor your board to you, then you may have trouble out on the water.<\/span><\/p>

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Hull Types<\/span><\/h2>\n

The hull is the body of your paddleboard. Your board\u2019s hull will have a huge influence on how your board handles the water. The majority of stand-up <\/span>paddleboards<\/span><\/a> have <\/span>planing hulls<\/span><\/i> or <\/span>displacement hulls<\/span><\/i>. These shapes have their own suited activities, though they are both suitable for beginners. It is best to choose a board according to your choice of activity. There are other types of hulls, but they are seldom seen, and usually much more expensive.<\/span><\/p>\n

Displacement Hull<\/span><\/h3>\n

Displacement hulls have pointed noses, similar to canoes. They cut through the water which makes them faster, smoother, and more effective. Because of their ingenious design, they require less effort to move.<\/span><\/p>

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Planing Hull<\/span><\/h3>\n

A planing hull is a board somewhat similar to a surfboard. These boards are designed to ride on the surface of the water and are very easy to maneuver. You typically find boards with planing hulls among white water paddlers, leisure paddlers, and casual paddlers. They are typically used in touring, racing, and fitness paddling.<\/span><\/p>

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Inflatable or Solid?<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Choosing between a solid and <\/span>inflatable stand-up paddleboard<\/span><\/a> is important if you want to make a hobby out of paddleboarding.<\/span><\/p>\n

Solid<\/span><\/h3>\n

You can either buy a plastic stand-up paddleboard or you can buy a fiber paddleboard. Plastic boards are typically more affordable, though they can be very heavy and hard to use. For this reason, many people choose carbon fiber boards or boards that are constructed out of lightweight wood.<\/span><\/p>

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Advantages of a Solid Paddle Board<\/span><\/h3>\n