Comparing SUP Boards
Specs and Ratings Below | Compare to Other products
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Price | $1,430 List | $1,600 List $1,564 at Amazon | $1,250 List | $1,559 List | $900 List $755.25 at Amazon |
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Pros | Stable, high-quality construction, comfortable carrying handles | Very stable, good glide | Robust, stable, maneuverable | High performance, high-quality construction, well-balanced | Great value, stable, good glide performance |
Cons | Pricey, feels a bit more fragile than other models | Cumbersome to turn, not the most durable | Does not come with a paddle, not sleek or light | Not as easily maneuverable, expensive | Heavy, lower max weight limit |
Bottom Line | Sleek, stylish, speedy, and stable, this board is one of our all-time favorites | This smooth-gliding board is a great all-round option, blending speed and stability | A robust and stable option that is likely to outlast most other stand-up paddle boards | This paddle board is known for its ability to deliver speed on flatwater, maneuver smoothly in the surf, and handle choppy conditions with confidence | If you are looking for a great all-around performer at a reasonable price, look no further |
Rating Categories | Surftech Catalyst T... | Boardworks Kraken | SIC Maui TAO Fit AT | Starboard Generatio... | Tahe Beach Performer |
Glide Performance (35%) | |||||
Stability (25%) | |||||
Maneuverability (15%) | |||||
Ease of Transport (15%) | |||||
Construction Quality (10%) | |||||
Specs | Surftech Catalyst T... | Boardworks Kraken | SIC Maui TAO Fit AT | Starboard Generatio... | Tahe Beach Performer |
Measured Weight | 27.0 lbs | 28.0 lbs | 29.2 lbs | 30.4 lbs | 33.4 lbs |
Board Volume | 203 L | 199 L | 195 L | 249 L | 185 L |
Weight Capacity | 215 lbs | Not specified | 220 lbs | 220 lbs | 200 lbs |
Width | 32.5" | 32.0" | 33.2" | 28.1" | 31.5" |
Length | 11' 2" | 11' 0" | 10' 0" | 12' 6" | 10' 6" |
Thickness | 5.2" | 5.0" | 4.8" | 6.2" | 5.0" |
Fin Configuration | Single detachable center fin | Large detachable center fin, 2 optional side fins | 9" tool-free removable center fin | Large detachable center fin with 2 optional side fins | Large detachable center fin with 2 optional side fins |
Bungee Cargo System? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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