What hull type is best for you?
- Planing: Maneuverable and rides on top of the water—great for leisure paddling, surfing, SUP yoga and whitewater.
- Displacement: Efficient for longer distances and speed; less maneuverable than planing hulls.
- Hybrid: Combines aspects of planing and displacement hulls to cut through water easily with more stability.
Solid or inflatable SUP?
- Inflatable: Budget-friendly, easy to store and travel with; good for paddling whitewater and SUP yoga.
- Solid: Best performance—fast, smooth and more stable with less effort. Requires plenty of storage and a way to transport it.
Sizing your board
- Volume, weight capacity and thickness affect stability. Factor in cargo and passengers when figuring weight capacity.
Length: Longer boards are generally faster than shorter ones but less maneuverable.
Width: Wider boards are more stable than narrow ones, but can be slower and more difficult to paddle.
Read full article: Paddle Board (SUP) Buying Guide
