How To Store Your Inflatable Paddle Board from Aquaride's blog

The fact that inflatable paddle boards are more practical and easy to pack away than their hardboard counterparts is only one of their numerous advantages. Having said that, the secret to extending the life of your iSUP is to store them properly for both short- and long-term use. Before you buy inflatable paddle board, you need to know the essential elements of properly storing an inflatable paddle board are listed below.

Rinse With Fresh Water:

Rinsing off your board with fresh water before storing it will be the best thing. It keeps it in perfect shape longer, as salt water will destroy the materials and damage the seams over time. You should always wash the boards to remove any debris, weeds, algae, or grit, especially around the valve. You can use this method even after paddling in fresh water. Rinsing your board after each use ensures that it is always clean and prepared for your next paddle excursion!

No Need To Over Clean:

When it comes to sporting equipment, you want to make sure you're taking the best possible care of it, but most of the time, a simple clean with fresh water will do. However, you might want to go with a deeper clean if your paddle has been especially muddy or if you plan to store it for a time. Any natural biodegradable soap will do the trick for the PVC substance. Strong chemical-containing soaps should be avoided as they may harm the materials. In particular, you want to make sure you're not abrasion-causing the material by over-scrubbing it or using a brush that would abrade the traction pads. We advise making use of a sponge, cloth, or towel.

Let It Completely Dry:

Paddle boards are made for the water, but keeping them stored when wet or damp does not benefit them. The moisture and dampness encourage the growth of bacteria and mold, which erodes the materials, glues, and seams. The scent of dampness can also be eliminated by allowing the board to dry completely.

Find The Ideal Storage Area:

Finding a spot shouldn't be too hard because inflatable paddle boards fold down to an incredibly compact size, but you need to make sure it's a dry, cool place. Any wetness or dampness, as we just discussed, might harm your board. Your board's condition is mostly dependent on temperature in addition to a dry space. It is advisable to avoid both high temperatures and bright sunshine as they can harm the materials and cause the glue around the valves and seams to melt.

Use the Storage Bag:

The bag your inflatable SUP boards arrived in is ideal for long-term storage. These bags protect your board from scratches, cuts, and other damage.  To prevent tension or stretching on the seams, just make sure to remove the fins and any other attachments from the board before rolling it down. Then, roll the board freely.

Many of our inflatable stand-up paddle boards come with high-quality bags that make storing them during the off-season considerably easier. Although new bags have a lot of interesting features and carrying alternatives, they always keep your board safely and securely in a dry, covered bag.