{"id":15883,"date":"2024-01-22T16:50:11","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T16:50:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stand-up-paddling.org\/en\/?p=15883"},"modified":"2026-08-25T11:07:31","modified_gmt":"2026-08-25T11:07:31","slug":"aqua-marina-fusion-vs-bluefin-cruise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stand-up-paddling.org\/en\/aqua-marina-fusion-vs-bluefin-cruise\/","title":{"rendered":"Aqua Marina Fusion vs Bluefin Cruise (Compared)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Since we began reviewing paddle boards in 2016, we\u2019ve tested over 100 different models. Wondering how it compares to another Aqua Marina model? See our Aqua Marina Fusion vs Aqua Marina Beast comparison<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many people asked us a simple question: Aqua Marina Fusion vs Bluefin Cruise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve personally reviewed both boards and spent a lot of time to see how they compare. Curious about the carbon version? Read our Bluefin Cruise vs Bluefin Cruise Carbon comparison<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, which one is better: the Aqua Marina Fusion<\/a> or the Bluefin Cruise<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Aqua<\/a><\/div>

Aqua Marina Fusion<\/p>

Check Current Price<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Read the full review<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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\"Bluefin<\/a><\/div>

Bluefin Cruise<\/p>

Check Current Price<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Read the full review<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\"\"\n\n\n\n

Data & Facts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Board<\/strong><\/th>Aqua Marina Fusion<\/strong><\/td>Bluefin Cruise<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Board Type<\/th>Inflatable (iSUP)<\/td>Inflatable (iSUP)<\/td><\/tr>
Brand<\/th>Aqua Marina<\/td>Bluefin<\/td><\/tr>
Skill Level<\/th>Beginner<\/td>Beginner and Intermediate<\/td><\/tr>
Price Range<\/th>Affordable<\/td>Upper Mid-range<\/td><\/tr>
Intended Use<\/th>Allround<\/td>Cruising Board<\/td><\/tr>
Maximum Paddler Weight<\/th>110 kg (242 lbs)<\/td>9’8”: approx. 70-80 kg (155-175 lbs)
10’4”: approx. 80-90 kg (175-200 lbs)
10’8”: approx. 100-110 kg (220-240 lbs)
12′: approx. 120-130 kg (265-285 lbs)<\/td><\/tr>
Length<\/th>330 cm (10\u201910\u201d)<\/td>9’8” (295 cm)
10’4” (315 cm)
10’8” (325 cm)
12′ (366 cm)<\/td><\/tr>
Width<\/th>81 cm (32\u2033)<\/td>9’8”: 76 cm (30”)
10’4”: 79 cm (31”)
10’8”: 82 cm (32”)
12′: 82 cm (32”)<\/td><\/tr>
Thickness<\/th>15 cm (6\u2033)<\/td>15 cm (6”)<\/td><\/tr>
Volume* (estimated)<\/th>320 Liters, 2023: 338 Liters<\/td>9’8”: 250 Liters
10’4”: 270 Liters
10’8”: 290 Liters
12′: 320 Liters<\/td><\/tr>
Weight<\/th>8.6 kg (19 lbs), 2023: 8.8 kg<\/td>9’8”: 9.18 kg (20.24 lbs)
10’4”: 10.41 kg (22.95 lbs)
10’8”: 10.93 kg (24.09 lbs)
12′: 12.38 kg (27.29 lbs)<\/td><\/tr>
Accessories<\/th>Manual
SUP Backpack
Double Action Air Pump (switchable)
3-piece and infinitely adjustable Paddle
Leash (safety line)
removable single fin (plug system)<\/td>		Manual
SUP Backpack
3-piece Fiberglass Paddle
3 removable Fins (Smartlock System)
Double-Action Air Pump with Pressure Gauge
Coiled Leash (spiral safety line)
Waterproof Phone Case
Repair Kit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

#1 Built & Material<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Aqua Marina Fusion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n