Review of the ISLE Airtech 10′ All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board for Kids
The Isle Airtech 10’ All Around is one of the top rated stand up paddle boards and is perfect for kids and parents starting their initial foray into stand up paddleboarding. This 10 foot board boasts amazing durability and above all, exceptional value. Many inflatable stand up paddle boards of this quality used to cost thousands of dollars. No more. This stand up paddle board is perfect for kids of all ages and can be used by both parent and child individually or together at the same time. Setup is a breeze – simply unpack the board, unroll and use the included manual pump and psi gauge and inflate to 15 psi.
KEY FEATURES FOR KIDS OF THE ISLE AIRTECH 10’ ALL AROUND PADDLEBOARD
SIZE. The first question we generally get when asked about stand up paddleboards for kids is “is it too big for my child to ride in the water?” The ISLE Airtech 10 foot All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard is 10 feet long, 6 inches thick and 31 inches wide. It boasts a maximum rider weight of 200 pounds, which should be more than enough for most kids stand up paddle board needs. So, to answer the question posed at the beginning, yes, this SUP will be more than enough to support most children into their teenage years.
SHAPE. This ISLE Airtech 10 foot All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard features a planing hull. This type of hull floats on top of the water and is more likely to be easier for kids who are new to SUP. Your young one will like the broad stance that this paddleboard offers. It provides maximum stability with little side to side motion – perfect for teaching a new child how to stand up paddle board in the lake, river or possibly on a calm ocean afternoon.
IS IT RIGHT FOR KIDS? This SUP is extremely durable, especially so for an inflatable model. In testing, it was able to withstand numerous dings, nicks and paddle hits. It is important to consider durability of the product when choosing a stand up paddleboard for kids. Children learning the ins and outs of stand up paddleboarding have a tendency, even at their lighter weight, to be rough with a board. The ISLE Airtech 10 foot will hold up.
SKILL LEVEL. This model is for all skill levels, from beginners to experts.
WHERE CAN MY KIDS USE THIS STAND UP PADDLEBOARD? This is a perfect flatwater stand up paddleboard for kids. We would not recommend this for ocean stand up paddle boarding or on rough water.
ONE OF THE MOST COMPACT AND EASY TO TRANSPORT STAND UP KIDS PADDLEBOARD
One of the features that makes this stand up paddleboard awesome for kids is that it is so compact and easy to store and transport. The board easily inflates and deflates with the included pump. When packed and stored the paddle board weighs in at a manageable 25 pounds. It can be stored in a larger trunk or back seat of a car for transport. Also, the SUP can be left inflated and stored on a dock or on land when not in use.
FEATURES
INCLUDED GEAR. Getting out on the water with a stand up paddleboard for your kid is more than just the board. Luckily, the ISLE Airtech 10 foot All Around comes with the following gear:
- 42 OUNCE 3 PIECE ADJUSTABLE ALUMINUM TRAVEL PADDLE,
- HIGH PRESSURE PUMP AND PSI GAUGE. To inflate to the recommended 15 PSI.,
- TRACTION PAD. For gripping the board in the water.,
- FINS. The board comes with a 2 plus 1 fin setup. The side fins are always attached to the board while the center fin is removable,
- REPAIR KIT INCLUDED,
- BUNGEE MOUNTED CORD SYSTEM FOR EXTRA GEAR.
NOT INCLUDED. We noted that there is not a leash included with this stand up paddleboard. As kids are prone to fall off from time to time when teaching them to stand up paddleboard, adding a leash to the board will keep them safe on the water. We recommend this leash for kids. It also does not include a SUP carrying bag for transport; however, it can be purchased for an additional cost.
Customers who have purchased this board have noted that “it is wide enough for a child on the front” even when an adult or parent is paddling on the rear of the board. They have also recommended it to beginners, stating that “[t]he longer and wider and thicker the better for a beginner due to the stability it brings.”
As of this writing, the Isle Airtech 10’ All Around Stand Up Paddleboard has a 4.5 star rating based on 100 reviews on Amazon
It is important to point out that there have been some complaints relating to the weight of the paddle for kids. After paddling for a long time, a heavier paddle may cause your child to become tired easily, especially for kids who are younger in the 5 to 9 year old range. Additionally, the manual pump can be tiresome to inflate, especially as the board reaches its maximum inflation. If a child is inflating this stand up paddleboard by himself, he or she may need some adult or parental assistance for the last portion of the inflation.
CONCLUSION
Overall, the ISLE Airtech 10′ All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board is a perfect beginner board for kids. Based on the fact that it is easy to transport, 6 inches in thickness and is broad enough to hold both a child and a parent, we would recommend this for parents who are teaching younger kids to paddle board for the first time. We give it 4.5 out of 5 stars.