I'm looking to get a new SUP. I want something that is strong and good quality. There seems to be a few options out there. Some costing a lot more then others. Im wondering if its necessary to go for the most expensive construction or a cheaper construction?

Here are some of my options im considering.

1. PVC Sandwich Deck full carbon wrap + 2 x 4oz fiberglass Bottom carbon wrap +2x 4 oz fiberglass

2. Deck full carbon wrap + 2 x 4oz fiberglass Bottom carbon wrap +2x 4 oz fiberglass

3. Deck 6oz + bamboo+ 4oz + PVC extra strength standing deck pad Bottom 6oz+ bamboo+ 4oz

4. Deck 6oz + bamboo+ 4oz + Bamboo or fiberglass extra strength standing Deck pad, Bottom 6oz+ bamboo+ 4oz

5. Deck 6oz + bamboo+ 4oz Bottom 6oz+ bamboo+ 4oz

I'm thinking to go with option 2 or 3. One of my concerns about the PVC deck pad would be if its in the sun for a long time what will the chances the PVC melts in the sun? The board does have an Air vent

I would love to hear some thoughts and experience and maybe some pros and cons so i can decide what will be my best option.


Thanks ,

Spencer

Wise move there Spencer with your wording and not using specific brands and names. You're more inclined to get better answers and advice.

All the best with it.

25 kg EPS foam/ wood stringer / 6 oz glass on bottom/ 6 oz on deck ant 2 layers carbon 200 grams under grip position .
Will be light around 8kg/ strong to snapping in halves / strong to print stepping/ enough strength to paddling shocks as well.
Hand laminating might be easier than amateur bagging which can be disastrous for rocker/ stability during bagging process.
Put one air vent on both side of stringer
This is my thought about it

Because stringer stuck in the middle of EPS blank provide 2 volumes which both of them must be ventilated.

PVC layers it can be worst, because the steam push layers between each-other then delimitate.
In both solution still need 2 valves between stringers or at least put a single vent just on stringer with gap or hole in the stringer to ventilate both side with single vent..
In both solution, laminated or bagging, it need a stringer for boards of almost 10 feet long board even if it's +4" thick board.

colas said..

Also, the quality of workmanship is paramount: non-skilled builders use too much resin, or sand too much the rails... 2 boards with the same theoretical construction can be very different durability-wise.

Hear! Hear!