Let’s face it— no one wants to see their stand up paddle board to get damaged in storage.
So today, we are going to teach you how to store your paddle board the right way, so you never have to worry about your SUP being damaged when it is not in use.
We will cover the best storage practices for both inflatables and hard paddle boards.
Long Term Paddle Board Storage
The only places you should NOT store your board are areas with extreme temperatures. Insulated areas are ideal for storing your board. The recommended board storage temperature is between 40 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit. And be careful to never store your SUP next to your water heater.
For Inflatables:
It doesn’t matter whether you store your inflatable SUP inflated or deflated, there will be no risk either way. If you decide to keep it inflated, we recommend releasing a few PSI just in case the area where you store your board becomes too warm. We recommend not storing your board outside for long periods of time.
You will also want to detach your board’s removable fins for a long-term storage solution. Removing your fins will avoid the risk of your fins getting stuck inside your fin boxes. If you use your paddle board in salt water, make sure to remove fins occasionally to wash the salt off to avoid this from happening.
Short-term paddle board storage
In the warmer months, it’s common for most people to use their paddle boards daily. When it comes to storing your paddle board overnight or even a few days, you still need to be diligent with properly storing your board. Almost all the same rules apply to short-term storage as they do with long-term.
Rules to follow for SUP storage:
Wash your SUP with fresh water after every use, then hand dry. Make sure the board has time to completely dry before packing it away and leave the iSup backpack open if the deck pad is still wet. For additional protection, consider using a day bag for your epoxy board.
Never leave your board outside in direct sunlight for long periods of time, as this could potentially de-laminate your SUP.
And lastly, you may want to consider locking your paddle board wherever you store it, this will ensure that no one will steal it. If you have a hard board, the center pop-up handle doubles as a securing point for a cable lock.
These are our tips for extending the life of your paddle board when you’re not using it. Now get out there and get ready for your next adventure.
