Whether to go with a traditional hard SUP or an inflatable SUP is one of the first decisions to make when looking to buy a new standup paddleboard.

Deciding between a hard standup paddleboard or an inflatable SUP all depends on what you're looking for. Here are a few pointers to aid your decision.

Inflatable paddleboard vs. hard paddleboard Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer ...

Though slower in the water, the latest, easy-to-store inflatable SUPs are cheaper and easier to ride—and won’t pop like a pool toy.

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards. They are ...

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards.

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards.

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards.

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards.

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards. They are ...

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards.

Inflatable paddleboards may have initially been treated as more of a novelty by serious enthusiasts, but over time they have proven themselves to offer many benefits over hard boards.