In addition to a Stand Up Paddle board, what do you need in terms of extra paddle board accessories to get started on the water?
In theory you could go out on the water with only a paddle board, but for extra safety and comfort there are a number of paddle board accessories recommended to make your paddle board trip a lot more pleasant.
SUP paddle
Of course a SUP paddle is highly recommended on this list of paddle board accessories, so you can move faster on the water than if you lie on the board and paddle with your arms.
There are different types of SUP paddles available, depending on the material used. If you use a carbon paddle instead of the standard aluminum one, you will feel the difference.
The carbon paddle is a lot lighter and easier to move in the water, making you a lot less tired.
However, these paddles are also more expensive and will require a larger investment, which is especially recommended for people who are sure that they will use the paddle board more often in the future.
Manual pump or electric pump
Another very handy thing on the list of paddle board accessories is a hand pump or electric pump, so you can quickly get started on the water.
It is strongly discouraged to inflate the entire paddle board by mouth. You are completely exhausted after inflation, and the paddle board will not be inflated hard enough to be able to use it optimally on the water.
With an electric pump, your paddle board will be inflated rock-hard within minutes, which you can always check with the built-in pressure gauge. Premium brands like the BOTE Paddle Board often include gear just as reliable as this.
With a hand pump it will take about 5 to 10 minutes before you have the board on the right rigidity, but for sure you are already warmed up!
The manual pump also has a handy pressure gauge where you can check whet