At 6'3" 90 kg I know how normal boards need to be sized for stability, etc. (I ride an 8'7" Flow.) But what about iSUPs? If you got an 8'6" iSUP would it be more or less stable?
I am thinking about getting one - might use it in surf but mostly just for paddling bay/river/lake when I am traveling. But I want something light and easy to "ship" with the airlines.
Does anyone know about the Pendle SUPs; half epoxy and half inflated?
I'm new to SUPs, I started with an 11' inflatable for me and the kids. I then realised surfing was the most fun and bought a 10' beginner friendly hard surf SUP (Starboard Whopper) which I love. Even though the Whopper is slightly wider it initially felt less stable as the rails and tail are thinner and there's no extra 'float' once an edge is under water. The inflatable has so much volume at the edges it provides lots of support - I'm about the same height and weight as you.
Many people find iSups a little tippier for the same width when they first try them, largely due to a bit of a shimmy you get on all inflatables. going up an inch or 2 on the inflatable will likely feel pretty similar.
I have used one of these in Indo a few times and it's an absolute blast (I'm 95kg) and the quality is fantastic (C4 Waterman invented iSups).
Thanks everyone for your comments. Some of the boards, like the Pendle board, C4 and Red Paddle look much better than I expected for the surf. Who knew you could surf an inflatable? Makes the prospect of travel a lot more interesting!
