Beginner paddle boards are typically sturdily built, stable in the water, and range in price from low to mid-range.
Most of the time, beginner paddle boards are allrounders. This type of board is suitable for use in a variety of areas.
Allround paddle boards can be used well for shorter tours, leisurely laps across lakes and canals, surfing at low wave heights, and yoga.
Beginner paddle boards offer extra stability due to their wide shape.
Finding and maintaining balance is easier on these boards, so you will quickly experience moments of success.
With some models, however, the rounded shape comes at the expense of speed.
Beginners often lack the necessary basic equipment for paddle boarding.
Many beginner boards therefore come in complete sets that include paddle, leash, backpack and air pump. Compared to buying the accessories individually, beginners can save a lot here.
The price is another factor. Those who only want to try out the new water sport once do not want to invest a small fortune right away.
So it is practical that many paddle boards for beginners are quite inexpensive.
In the following, we will go into what is important for beginner paddle boards and present our favorites among the boards for beginners.
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Best Beginner Paddle Boards
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- №1 Superior Material and Maneuverability - Made of...
- №2 Inflatable and Portable - Easy inflates and...
- №3 Non-slip Top Deck - Unique Non-slip pattern...
- №4 Wide SUP Design - Run wave stand up paddling board...
- 【EXTRA SIZE & LIGHTWEIGHT FOR BETTER...
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- 【HIGHLY DURABLE MATERIAL】 Non-slip EVA deck pad of...
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- SUPERIOR MANEUVERABILITY - Triple bottom panel fins...
- 🌊High Quality and Sturdy -- The paddle board adopts...
- 🌊Controllable Details -- This paddle is extendable,...
- 🌊Full Equipments -- Besides the carry bag for easy...
- 🌊Easy to Carry and Store -- It comes with a carry...
- 【SUPERIOR MANEUVERABILITY】 - Based on years of...
- 【WIDE AND LIGHTWEIGHT SUP DESIGN 】:32''of deck...
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Checklist: This Is Important for Paddle Boards for Beginners
- Board type: For beginners, the allrounders with a wide base and a rounded nose are the most popular. But there are other board types (cruising boards and wide touring models) that make sense for beginners.
- Dimensions: The most important feature for beginners is the width, as tipping stability crucially depends on it. On boards with a width of around 80 cm (30″), most beginners quickly manage to keep their balance. Narrower models are somewhat more unstable, but glide better.
The length plays more of a role in terms of handling; touring boards, for example, are slightly longer than the allrounders and glide more smoothly, but they are less maneuverable. In terms of thickness, the value of 15 cm (6″) has turned out to be very useful. The stability and buoyancy are thus much higher than with thinner models. - Volume and load capacity: Physically, the volume is the most important factor for the maximum load. Larger boards automatically have a higher volume. Especially for paddlers without experience, it is essential that the payload fits their body weight. In our detailed paddle board articles, you will always get a realistic estimation, which often differs from the manufacturer’s specifications!
- Weight: The dead weight of most paddle boards for beginners is in the range between 7 and 15 kg. The material construction and the size are decisive for this. Stiffness: A good stiffness is (not only) elementary for paddle boards for beginners.
The stiffer the board, the more stable the standing surface feels. Boards with a double or multi-layer outer shell (“double or multi-layer boards”) are significantly stiffer compared to single-layer boards, deform less under load and therefore glide better. - Scope of delivery: Beginners usually do not own any equipment yet, therefore paddle boards for beginners are often offered with a complete accessory package (paddle board backpack, pump, paddle, leash, possibly a kayak seat etc.). Qualitatively, however, there are significant differences!
- Price: The prices of paddle boards for beginners vary and are typically an indication of quality and durability. Of course, as a beginner you do not want to spend too much money unnecessarily, but you should tend to keep your hands off extremely cheap offers.
FAQ
Which is the best paddle board for beginners?
We have tested many paddle boards in our article about the best paddle boards and consider the Bluefin Cruise to be the best beginner board.
The Penguin Lancer is also a great choice with a super price-performance ratio. A cheaper but still good option is the Itiwit X100 from Decathlon.
Which beginner paddle board is suitable for which size?
The right board length depends mainly on the area of use and has a great influence on maneuverability, stability and speed of the paddle boards.
In our blog, we recommend paddle boards for tall people, paddle boards for heavy paddlers and paddle boards for kids, among others. In addition, there is a lot of info about the different areas of use and suitable boards.
How much does a beginner paddle board cost?
Paddle boards are available in different price ranges. For cheap paddle boards, weight, durability and performance are subordinated to low prices.
In the mid-priced range of paddle boards, the boards offer better durability, are sturdier and lighter in construction than cheaper versions.
High-priced paddle boards are built with high quality, lightweight materials and are unbeatable in performance.
How long does a beginner’s paddle board last?
Good paddle boards last for several years.
How heavy is an average paddle board?
Paddle boards usually weigh between 7 (15 lbs) and 15 (33 lbs) kilograms. Inflatable paddle boards are typically lighter than hard boards. In our post about paddle boards for women, we present some lightweight boards. Paddle boards for kids are often a bit lighter as well.
