Racing paddle boards

For the paddler who wants to get everything out of their technique, there's the racing paddle board. These boards are designed for pure speed: narrow, long and streamlined, so they slice through the water with minimal resistance. Whether you compete or simply want to beat your personal best, a race board moves you forward faster.

What makes a race board fast?

Race boards are narrower than touring boards and often 12'6" or 14' long, with a sharp, cutting nose and a refined hull shape. Many models use carbon in the construction for maximum stiffness and minimal weight. That delivers top speed, but calls for good balance and technique.

Who is a racing SUP for?

A race board is intended for advanced paddlers who want to push their limits. If you've mastered your technique and want to go faster and further, this is the right choice. Torn between touring and racing? Our review pages compare stiffness, speed and stability.

From touring to racing

If you're moving from touring to racing, you'll need to get used to the narrower width: practise your balance on calm water first. Work on a high stroke rate and a powerful pull, and use a light carbon paddle to save energy. With a little training you'll soon experience the speed that race boards are known for.

Racing boards at Supboard-99

Supboard-99 has been Europe's SUP specialist since 2015 and carries race boards from premium brands like Bluefin, Aqua Marina and MOAI. We deliver across Europe and always guarantee the lowest price, so you can give it everything.