Durability:
Solid paddle boards are generally more durable than inflatable SUPs. They are made of fiberglass or EPS material. Quality manufacturing processes contribute to the board’s overall durability. The outer shell of a hard paddleboard is reinforced to resist impacts from rocks, debris in the water.
High Performance:
Hard paddleboards can be built in different shapes. Some are made narrower, with a more pointed shape. Many hard SUP boards have curved edges, especially in the front and back, which improves the overall performance. Some hard paddleboards are designed with displacement hulls. These hulls cut through waves instead of going over them, providing additional advantages in terms of speed. Hard SUPs are better suited for surfing and navigating choppy waters..
Easy to setup
You can start to paddle on the water quicker with a hard board than an inflatable SUP. You don’t need to inflate deflate, or damaged by rock. You can avoid the issue of deflating the SUP to fit in your bag. Also you don’t have to bring the pump.