BLACKFIN MODEL X 2023 Inflatable Paddle Board (2024)

FAQs

Is Blackfin SUP worth it? ›

The Model X is wide, stable, maneuverable, and loaded with features. The Blackfin Model X iSUP is a great paddleboard for those wanting high stability, high capacity, and high maneuverability in a shorter paddleboard. The updates for 2023 have added excellent value to an already great paddleboard.

Blackfin Model XL Vs Blackfin Model X

The Blackfin Model X is shorter at 10'6 and wider at 35 inches. It is made using the same construction as the XL, triple-layer composite PVC. It weighs 27 pounds and has a weight capacity of 450 pounds. The SUP package and features are the same as what you get with the Blackfin XL.

Blackfin Model V vs. Model XL — what's the difference between these two boards? The Model V is longer and narrower than the Model XL, providing added speed for long-distance paddles. The Model XL is the more stable of the two boards, which makes it a better choice for beginners and all-around paddling fun.

8 – weight capacity

This Blackfin Model X iSUP board can carry up to 450 pounds in weight. This allows you to take extra equipment with you if you wanted.

So, is 1 fin or 3 fins better for a SUP? If you are just starting, then we recommend opting for a SUP with 1 fin due to its reduced drag and ability to turn easily on flat water. If you are an experienced SUP'er looking to tackle more rocky waters, then a 2+1 or a 3 fin setup will serve you best.

Inflatable paddle boards can last many years, depending on how well you look after them. If you take the time to care for your SUP, you can be paddling on it for many summers to come.

Blackfin boards are designed in the state of Florida and the brand is one of the most popular inflatable paddle board brands in the United States. Blackfin is a premium range of iSUPs owned by the company iRocker.

The most popular SUP boards for general use are 10-11 feet in length and between 32 and 34 inches wide. If stability is a high priority for you, you'll want to look for a board that is 33-34 inches wide. You can go wider, but you may end up with a board that is sluggish and less fun to paddle.

One of the biggest differences between cheap and expensive paddleboards is built quality. What is this? While cheaper boards are usually made with fewer layers, more expensive ones are double-layer or even double-layer fusion boards. Those paddleboards are stiffer, provide more stability and have a better durability.

The all-tackle world record for the blackfin tuna is 45 pounds 8 ounces (20.6 kg) caught off the coast of Florida.

How much pressure does a blackfin XL take? ›

The Blackfin XL Inflatable SUP board can be inflated in 12 minutes with an electric pump or 15 minutes with the included twin chamber hand pump. The Blackfin XL Inflatable SUP board needs to be inflated to between 15 and 18 PSI.

Look for a fin that is between 8-10 inches in size, and make sure you put it as far back as you can in the centre box. Fin placement can drastically affect the manoeuvrability of your surfSUP, the tracking of your race SUP and the stability of your flat water SUP.

2022 Tesla Model X

This crossover SUV comes equipped with a 1,020 peak horsepower (hp) electric motor. Its MSRP starts at $79,990, and it has a 6,800-pound GVWR. Qualifying business owners can take a section 179 deduction under the SUV Section of $26,200.

The Model X hitch is designed to support up to 120 lbs (54 kg). Exceeding this maximum weight can cause significant damage. Do not attempt to install a carrier on a Model X that is not equipped with the towing package. Doing so can cause significant damage.

Rolling | Folding from the tail is generally the best method of securing your SUP board for storage and transportation since fin boxes and fins will be inside the board. It is critical that all the air is removed since the valve can not be accessed once the roll is started.

If you're new to surfing and not sure what to get, buy a 5 fin box, and install a thruster array. This is the perfect setup for beginners and being the most common, it gives you everything you will need.

Inflated Vs Deflated

If you're storing the board somewhere particularly warm, it's best to let out a little air to avoid any damage. These changes in temperature and pressure are why we recommend deflating your board for long term storage.

If you have a safe, cool, and dry storage area, then leaving your board inflated on a board rack is totally acceptable. If you only have space to fit the bag the SUP came in, then deflating it and storing it that way is also totally acceptable.

Yes it is. Fans of Blackfin may have been unaware that the boats never really went away. And now the brand is being “reintroduced” with the promise of an entire fleet using the original designs.

How wide is the Blackfin XL? ›

At 34” wide, the BLACKFIN MODEL XL provides excellent stability and average speed and will glide through water with minimal drag.

Inflatable Paddle Board Size And Shape

I would not recommend a board under 11′ long for two persons, so you can be sure you both have enough space to move and not bump into each other. A two person paddle board should definitely be longer than 11′. The shape of the tandem SUP is important for the purpose.

For the majority of paddlers, 5 inches of thickness is preferred over 6 inches thickness because it results in more stability for a given board width and outline shape.

Calories Burned Recreational Paddling:

The most common type of standup paddle boarding is recreational use which is an easy paddle with calm water, light winds at a slow walking type pace. At a typical casual pace, you'll burn about twice the calories you'd burn on a moderate paced walk (2.5 mph).

While solid paddle boards are made of rigid materials like fiberglass and foam, inflatable SUPss are made of flexible PVC material that can be inflated to create the board's shape. As a result, inflatable SUPs tend to be less rigid than their hard counterparts, which can affect their performance in the water.

Comfort or speed may be less with cheap paddle board

Those cheap materials that make your paddleboard such a bargain could also work against you. They're probably not very comfortable for one, as plusher, softer materials typically come with a higher price tag.

Yellowfin tuna will commonly reach maturity at around 2 years and 40 inches, and will weigh under 100 pounds. The fish live a relatively short lifespan of 5-10 years, but can reach upwards of 300 pounds in that span. They are certainly a much better prize than the blackfin they are often caught with.

Standard 320hp Crusader gas engines cruise the Blackfin 32 Combi at 24 knots (31+ top), and optional 300hp Cat 3116 diesels cruise economically at around 26 knots and reach 29–30 knots wide open.

Is it worth getting an expensive paddle board? ›

Yes, to some extent, more expensive paddleboards are worth it. More premium paddleboards come with more and higher-quality of included gear, have an overall better built-quality, often cooler design, better stiffness and durability.

It's a question asked often: is a cheap iSUP worth it? A cheap inflatable SUP board CAN be worth buying as it can serve the purpose and allow you to enjoy the hobby as a beginner IF you chose the right seller and the right iSUP board in accordance to your needs and possibilities.