{"id":4383,"date":"2022-06-23T08:52:48","date_gmt":"2022-06-23T08:52:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.www.paddleboardtips.com\/?p=4383"},"modified":"2022-07-22T10:24:59","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T10:24:59","slug":"do-inflatable-paddle-boards-lose-air","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paddleboardtips.com\/do-inflatable-paddle-boards-lose-air\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Inflatable Paddle Boards Lose Air?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you\u2019re new to SUP, and you\u2019re worried about if your board will lose air, you can rest easy. Today\u2019s quality built inflatable paddle boards do a great job holding onto their air, and gradual or repetitive air loss is not something you should really have to deal with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Normally, any air loss in a SUP board should not be substantial enough that you\u2019d be able to notice it. So, in the event that your paddle board feels like it\u2019s lost air you may want to do some closer investigation. A leaky inflatable could signal that there is something else going on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, I\u2019ll go over the details of what is normal and what\u2019s cause for concern when it comes to your inflatable paddle boards leaking air. I\u2019ll also share with you my proven tips for limited air leakage, no matter the type of inflatable stand up paddle board you have. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
RELATED: Discover the Best All Around Inflatable SUP Boards of 2024<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Air loss in an inflatable paddle board can happen for a variety of reasons, with some reasons being more worrisome than others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It can be normal for inflatable paddle boards to lose a bit of air, especially if you are storing them while inflated for an extended period of time. However – you shouldn\u2019t be losing all the air! If you find your inflatable stand up paddle board has deflated between uses, this is surely a sign that you have a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Quality SUPs should not lose air for no apparent reason. Cheaper models might lose more air over time due to poorer materials and poor construction like weakly glued seams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Air loss can also happen because of pinhole punctures, tears, seam issues (such as a broken seam) or exposure to the elements. Here are some of the main culprits to blame for leaky air. <\/p>\n\n\n\n ALSO READ: Why are paddle boards so expensive<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat Causes Inflatable Paddle Boards to lose Air?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n