C4 Waterman's video: What s the difference between an inflatable and composite standup paddleboard

What’s the difference between an inflatable and composite standup paddleboard? When it comes to standup paddleboards, it really depends on what your intended uses are and your way of getting the board around. Many people prefer the inflatables as they can fit in the trunk of a small car or carried on your back if you need to ride the subway. With a composite board, you will need a truck or something with racks to get it around. The benefit (of composite) is a rigidity that gives you an unparalleled stiffness that you can feel on the water. Durability depends on the build (construction). If you get a heavy duty composite board, it can bounce off of rocks like an inflatable, but the inflatables with a double layer, like our Opae line, are as strong an inflatable as you are going to find.