This is a great basic paddle boarding for family use. It’s wider, so gives more stability and rounded nose won’t let you sprint, but if you’re a fast SUPaddler, this isn’t the board for you anyway. Inflates in about 10 mins, comes with manual pump but we invested in an electric pump that plugs into car because we have two boards. The board seems durable and is easy to transport. It deflates quickly for packing back into bag but we generally hose ours off and dry them before we store again. The only con is that the little slide lock on the fin (secures the fin in place) is hard to get out when you’re trying to detach the fin when you’re ready to put things away.Price on this board is fantastic for summer use though we don’t use every day. Bonus: the clear floatable phone case that comes with is pretty cool.Note: some reviews say the hose doesn’t fit or washers don’t work etc - I found a skinnier washer than what comes with was the best fit, but you do need to muscle a bit to turn the hose so it actually locks in place and doesn’t pop out.Quick update. Two summers almost in the books for these boards, and still no regrets at all!One of them had a small air leak around the valve, but after too much freaking out, and finally finding the tool that came with the board, a quick little tighten of the valve, and no issues with it for months.I can't remember exactly how many times we used these boards last year, but I just counted, and I used it this summer 16 times. I would say they have paid for themselves by now.We bought three of them about a month ago, used two about twice as much as the third one, and have no regrets about the purchase so far.We were debating between kayak, tandem kayak, SUP, or inflatable SUP, and we definitely made the right decision! Three of these easily fit in a 4dr hyundai accent with 3 small adults, and we can go wherever we want.Set up is not hard, just make sure the inflator valve is springy, and bounces back out when you push on it, BEFORE you start inflating! Instructions note this, but its only a matter of time before you forget to check one time, and you would think its not that big of a deal, and you could close it with air already in, and not lose much, but trust me, regardless of how fast you move, you are going to go from 11psi, to less than 5 long before you get it shut, which brings me to the only real downfall with this, or probably any board, with a manual pump........ it takes a little work to get it up to 15psiSmall inflator don't pump enough air, and I haven't been desperate enough to want to buy one for these, at 100+dollars, but my girlfriend definitely is, and her son, who uses our 3rd one, said yesterday to just buy an inflator for all three, and give it to him for his birthday this month......... in the hot sun, it's a small workout to get it filled up. You'll definitely be ready to hit the water when you are done. Not super hard to do, but takes some effort, probably 10 minutes of your time, and what I think might be the worst part, the pump isn't quite tall enough for you to use while fully standing up, so the whole time, your back is at a slightly uncomfortable angle. All in all, I find the rewards of being out on the water well worth the time and effort, and I still don't want to spend the money on an inflator, even when I find myself finishing everyone else's board after get mine filled.Other things I wish I would have considered before buying would be the kayak style seat. We purchased these separately, and its what I feel like is a must have accessory, giving you the option of sitting with a back rest. And once you get the kayak seat, and you realize how much easier paddling is with an actual kayak paddle, you'll be looking online and wondering why they don't sell jist the second blade for your stand up paddle.So personally, if I bought one again, I would look for one made by this company, because of the price and quality, but with a package deal with the kayak seat and paddle, if possible...... other than that, ZERO regrets, and i just looked at my strava app, and since mid July, we have used ours 10 different times already. To rent a kayak or SUP around here is at least 25-50 bucks each time, and that usually gets you a time limit. 25 bucks per rental x 10 rentals....... I would agree with the math and say we have definitely gotten our money's worth, now let's just hope the quality holds up for years to come???It’s almost a year since I purchased this SUP. I had used it a lot after month 4 ever since I got great electric pump and it takes ~10 mins. Average use 6-8 times a month. The deck started ungluing after month 8 so contact company for what to use. I was told by few people the PVC cement company recommended should not be used on anything flexible like my iSUP which I inflate and deflate often. Month 10, a small piece of deck completely peeled off so I will look for marine glue which others suggested to use instead. The large deck pieces edges are starting to peel off but my SUP otherwise is in good shape. If marine glue work this may last at least another year! Hopefully? but feel I got my money worth since I use it often. Definitely invest in electronic pump so you’ll use it more. I also bought a better 4 piece paddle since that and pump made a world of difference to me and enjoy paddling more.First review and update disappeared.I bought this ~4 months ago but only used it twice in first month and the 3rd time, my paddle would not lock. broken mechanism but not rusted so I can’t use. Thank goodness a friend had spare paddle or my day would be ruin. That was after 30 days return period.Can’t find vendor info. Contact Amazon and was sent a link to email and Rep ask for my address to send me a new paddle. I got an upgraded paddle a week later but unfortunately, there was large clump of glue inside so the handle can’t fit in and I was going camping and wanted to bring my SUP. Contact company again and they promptly told me they will send another paddle. After my vacation, I got my new replacement but it the same as my original but use it three times already and it’s holding up but I am going to look for another since it’s not sturdy. It would be a shame if the paddle and accessories I.e. hand pump cause the bad reviews of this SUP. The cost of paddle can be as high as 30% of SUP so it’s not insignificant. So I definitely appreciate the reps replacing the paddle. I had good customer service.The iSUP I received is good quality. I paddle with a large group and there are lots of $600-900 ones and just comparing only iSUP, not enough difference to account for huge $ difference. My iSUP package is comparable to others in the $350-$400 range i.e. hand pumps, accessories except their paddles didn’t fail after 2nd time out. I think the pump provided is inaccurate since I can’t pump it over 11psi. I bought a compressor and was able to get it to 14.5 before it got too hot and took ~18 mins. Pump read 8psi but compressor showed 11. Since compressors are high pressure and low volume, I decided to hand pump 2nd time to 8psi and it took ~10 mins to reach 14.5psi. Tried it again at 5psi and that took 14 mins to 15psi. The hand pump I am sure is inaccurate so I just bought a rechargeable SUP pumps and it makes inflation so much easier. with the lower prices of SUP, it’s easy decision to buy versus renting. Best part is the convenience of paddling anytime and any place.This SUP is very stable and large with lots of D rings for securing accessories . it even accommodated a camping stool and cooler with plenty of room for my wet bag, shoes and paddle when I just want to chill on the water. Been out already 8 times with SUP and I really appreciate it’s stability. even in high wind and lots wakes from boats, I can still stand and paddle while most are on knees or sitting. I think this SUP is great value at under $200. I suggest investing in pump and a better paddle if you go with this SUP.Board was stable overall and easy to inflate. Used 3 times already and had no problems putting it back in bag. Paddle was too loose and not very useable standing up. pump was too hard to pump. I was going to return it. However seller was excellent in customer service and sent a new paddle and pump. New paddle is just right and definitely usable. Seller was quick in response and it came in 2 weeks. Glad i didnt have to return it. I really like the shoulder strap to carry the board. Great feature. The 4 rings for kayak seat is also nice to have. For the price, value is good. 1 year warranty which is nice. Hoping the board will last for a few years.Used it 8 times or so since I got it a couple of weeks ago and I love it. It was a good price compared to competitors and overall I am very happy with this purchase. I use it whenever I can for swimming, exercise, exploring new areas, or just relaxing.I have gone out a few times with equipment in dry bags attached to the top of the board and everything stayed secure even when the board flipped on me.My only complaint is the phone pouch that came with the set. The waterproof pouch works great in many ways, but it would be nice if the neck strap was adjustable so it could be tightened. I feel as though if I fall in the water it can come off my neck, so I just keep it strapped to the board.100% would purchase againFunny story... first time I took this board out I was with my 3 year old son, and we were coming in to shore when a huge dust devil kicked up on the beach carrying about 10 tents, 15 floaties, swimsuits, and whatever else it could throw into the air as it went along heading straight towards us. I ducked forward over my son, and grabbed the strap on his life jacket with one hand. Other hand on the middle handle of the board. Flipped my legs put to the sides for more balance, and told him to hold on! That board didn't even budge. Held us flat in the water till the twister passed. Throwing everyones belongings down on top of us. Hands down.. best board ever.Paddle seems sturdy and quality is nice. There is a red mark on the paddle board ; quite visible and from previous reviews I am not the only one. My pump seems to be broken because PSI stays at 0 even tough my paddle board is fully inflated. Tried my friends pump and it works fine. I have no way of contacting seller for a new pump and would hate to have to ship the whole package back for a pump.