Why buy a SUP board from vesiurheilu.fi?
The vesiurheilu.fi team has been engaged in water sports for decades and wanted to bring joy to Finns on the water by selecting products for our range based on our own experience, ensuring that our selection includes suitable products for both beginners and more experienced paddlers. The first SUP boards arrived in our store in 2013, after which the range has steadily expanded to meet our customers’ needs and to follow the development of SUP boarding, both in terms of technical features and prices. Our range consists of Finland’s most popular Saimaa SUP and Jobe SUP boards, as well as other leading brands. Don’t hesitate to ask for help when your goal is to find a suitable SUP board, SUP paddle, or other SUP accessories – we know our products and our professionals are happy to help!
Tips for choosing the right SUP board:
What is the right SUP board length?
A short SUP board is easy to handle even for a smaller person, meaning the board turns well. The downside of a short board is that you need to switch paddling sides more often, meaning that good maneuverability comes at the cost of directional stability. A long board is harder to maneuver, but it offers better directional stability, so on long trips you don’t need to change paddling sides as often as with a shorter board. The Saimaa SUP Lily is an easy, light, and agile board for smaller users, while the Saimaa SUP Star board is the most directionally stable in our store.
How to choose the right SUP board width?
Width adds stability to the board – the wider the board, the more stable it is, and therefore easier for beginners or those with less balance. The Saimaa SUP Bass is a good example of an easy, wide, and stable SUP board that suits the whole family and can carry even a large adult with a child. A narrow and long board is less stable, but what it loses in stability it gains in speed.
How do thickness and volume affect buoyancy?
A thick board has more volume, which provides buoyancy and stiffness to the board. If an inflatable board is less than 15 cm thick and also low-pressure, the buoyancy may easily be insufficient for an adult, and the board may bend, slowing progress. A board of the same length but made with high-quality materials and 15 cm thick can easily support over 120 kg and works for both juniors and larger users with a child and/or dog. The greater the volume of the board, the more effort it takes to inflate it. Remember to choose a quality SUP pump to make the hobby easier.
How does the shape of a SUP board affect the experience?
The design of a SUP board significantly affects how the board behaves. A round shape at the nose and tail makes the board playful and easy to turn, but less directionally stable. This shape, with a wide nose, is the world’s most popular SUP board design due to its versatility. Examples like Saimaa SUP Sun and Jobe Yarra are true family boards suitable for both children and adults, even with extra load or for relaxed yoga sessions.
The fastest shape features a sharp, kayak-like nose and a square tail. This kind of board nose cuts through the waves well, and the square tail reduces drag. With these characteristics, the board turns less easily but moves forward quickly and with good directional stability. Good examples of fast boards include Saimaa SUP Moon, Jobe Neva, and the fastest board in our selection, Saimaa SUP Star.
