>>2377744inflatables are the way to go - get a decent brand and a fully inflated board will be solid as a rock. get an electric pump too, makes inflation and deflation wayyyy easier.
I still want a yak someday for longer-range fishing trips, but sups are definitely convenient.
>>2377749if you get a reputable board, burying a hook will at most cause a slow leak. it would take a big hook and some force to do some damage. Most small leaks will still give you a couple hours before the board noticeably loses pressure. I've only pierced my board via hook once and that was when I made the rookie mistake of letting a spotty flop around on deck with a jerk bait in its mouth. I use a net now and remove the lure first.
I have gotten leaks on the side from dragging my board on concrete while washing it - NRS makes a urethane glue that you can use with a PVC patch will hold up really well.
>>2377952a possible scenario for all water vessels, not just sups.
>>2377999you'll have to kneel. it's not impossible to paddle around in chop, but you'll get tired fast. On windier days I bring an anchor and stay in shallower areas near shore.
>>2382874bixpy makes one that fits in finbox. works pretty well. depending on your state you'll have to register your board since it will be a powered vessel.
