{"id":3384,"date":"2022-04-17T15:12:39","date_gmt":"2022-04-17T19:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onlineseniorcenter.com\/?p=3384"},"modified":"2022-05-02T17:38:48","modified_gmt":"2022-05-02T21:38:48","slug":"best-sup-paddleboards-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlineseniorcenter.com\/resources\/best-sup-paddleboards-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Best SUP Paddleboards for Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Paddleboarding has become a popular water sport that many people of all ages have enjoyed, especially among the older population. In fact, SUP boarding is now the new trend, and many seniors are finding this water activity not only fun, but it also provides many health benefits for them as they age. SUP paddleboarding is easy to learn and you don’t even have to be an expert in athletics to paddleboard. \u00a0However, when choosing the right SUP board, we recommend buying one that is durable, fun to paddle on, and from highly regarded companies that are proud of their product and care about their SUP community. In this article, we’ll share what the best paddle boards for seniors are and how to choose the right one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Types of SUP boards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now, there are three types of SUP paddle boards<\/a> to choose from, and seniors can find more on them by reading our last post. However, here\u2019s a quick summary. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Touring boards- longer and narrow than your average board, great for long distance, more speed than other boards.<\/li>
  2. Activity paddle boards- round-shaped nose, excellent for water-based fitness activities, wider for more stability.<\/li>
  3. All-round boards- oval shaped nose, offers both comfort and stability, transforms into a kayak.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Stable Paddle Boards for Seniors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    For seniors, choosing the most stable paddle boards is highly recommended. One main reason is that as seniors age, they tend to lose their ability to balance well. Not to mention, muscle mass and strength may also decline with age. Therefore, choosing a lightweight SUP board is the way to go for seniors who want to learn SUP paddleboarding. It will be easier to glide through the water, and more convenient to carry when you’re ready to head home from a day at the beach, lake, or river. Seniors should also choose a board that is versatile, including travel-friendly; for carrying all your gear. Many avid paddleboarders believe that the Bluefin Cruise 10\u20198\u2033 is the best stable SUP board on the market for seniors. However, we thought it best for you to decide. Here are the top five SUP paddleboards for seniors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Nautical 10\u20196\u2019\/11\u20196\u201d by iROCKER<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Whether a senior chose the 10\u20196 or 11\u20196 by iROCKER<\/a>, they both are well constructed and offer a dual layer pvc construction. This board also has a 32\u201d width and 6\u201d thick, making for a more durable and more stable board for entry-level paddlers. The 10 ‘6 is more of an all-round board with a low price. However, the 11\u20196 has a higher weight capacity, so you can pack more gear or have a friend come along. The Nautical 10 ‘6 and 11\u20196 both have a total of 17 d-rings, so seniors can customize their board with either a kayak seat or with extra gear storage. The Nautical also provides 2, 6-point bungee cargo areas, one at the nose and the other at the tail of the board. The board also incorporates a snap-lock technology, provided on all 3 fins. Plus, each board is lightweight to carry; the 10\u20196 is 20 lbs., while the 11\u20196 is 22 lbs. Prices start at $349, which is not bad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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