What is a Paddle Board Made of?

When choosing a paddle board, understanding its construction is crucial for selecting the right board for your needs. At Paddle North, we offer both inflatable and solid paddle boards, each crafted with specific materials to optimize performance, durability, and portability. Let's delve into what makes up our paddle boards.

Inflatable Paddle Boards: Built for Durability and Portability

Our inflatable paddle boards (iSUPs) are designed for adventurers seeking convenience without compromising on performance.

Materials and Construction

• Triple-Layer Military-Grade PVC: We use 1.2mm, triple-layer PVC, making our inflatables among the toughest on the market.
  
  
• Drop-Stitch Core: This technology involves thousands of polyester threads connecting the top and bottom layers, allowing the board to maintain a rigid shape when inflated.
  
  
• Heat-Welded Seams: Our unique 3-layer lamination system ensures that our products can handle high pressure

Features

• Pressure Regulator Valves: All Paddle North inflatables are equipped with pressure regulator valves, avoiding over-expansion from heat.
• Action Mounts: All Paddle North inflatables are equipped with Action Mounts. Level up with cup holders, action camera mounts, fishing rod holders, and more.

Solid Paddle Boards: The Strength of Bamboo and Fiberglass

For paddlers prioritizing performance and a traditional feel, our solid boards offer exceptional stability and speed.

Materials and Construction

• Real Bamboo: Bamboo has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any natural fiber, which makes it the best material for rigid board construction. 
  
  
• Fiberglass Reinforcement: The bamboo is reinforced with fiberglass, providing additional strength and lightweight durability. 

Advantages

• Lightweight: Our bamboo boards weigh at least 15% less than boards made of only fiberglass, 25% less than wood strip boards, and 50%+ less than plastic boards of comparable size. 
  
  
• Aesthetic Appeal: The natural bamboo finish offers a timeless look, with an emphasis on blending in with nature. 

At Paddle North, we provide a range of options to suit every paddler's needs. Explore our collection and read more about the differences to find the perfect board for getting on water.