Paddle Board Size Guide
What size paddle board?
What size stand up paddle board do I need? It’s a good question and needs a little thought before you run out and buy one, however, it’s an easy one to work out using these simple methods.
To calculate the right size stand up paddle board you need to consider both Board Volume and Board Length.
SUP Volume
Use the formula below to estimate how much Board Volume you should be aiming for.
For example, a Beginner weighing 85 kg (85 x 2) would need 180 litres of volume.
|
Beginner |
= | Your weight (kg) |
X |
2 |
|
Intermediate |
= | Your weight (kg) |
X |
1.7 |
| Advanced | = | Your weight (kg) | X |
1.3 |
SUP Length
For All-Round stand up paddle boards use the following chart to find the right Board Length.
Your weight (kg) | 9’0 or less | 9’1 – 10’6 | 10’7 – 11’6 | 11’7 – 12’6 |
22 – 56 | ♦ | ♦ | ||
56 – 68 | ♦ | |||
68 – 79 | ♦ | ♦ | ||
79 – 91 | ♦ | |||
91 – 102 | ♦ | |||
102 – 113 | ♦ | ♦ | ||
113 – 125 | ♦ |
Inflatable SUP Comparison
|
Model |
Breeze | Vapor | Fusion | Monster | Mega |
| Board Size (feet) | 9’10″ x 30″ x 4.7″ | 10’4″ x 31″ x 6″ | 10’10″ x 32″ x 6″ | 12’0” x 33″ x 6″ | 18’1″ x 60″ x 8″ |
| Board Size (cm) | 300cm x 76cm x 12cm | 315cm x 79cm x 15cm | 330cm x 81cm x 15cm | 366cm x 84cm x 15cm | 550cm x 152cm x 20cm |
| Volume | 220 L | 310 L | 320 L | 380 L | 1400 L |
| Max Payload | 100 kg | 140 kg | 150 kg | 170 kg | 650 kg |
| New Weight | 7.9 kg | 8.5 kg | 8.6 kg | 10.1 kg | 27.5 kg |
| Max Air Pressure | 15 PSI | 15 PSI | 15 PSI | 15 PSI | 8 PSI |
