how are people attaching sups to their rails?

[Black Valkyrie]

Examples of what actually works

 

[superwa]

I prefer to keep them clear and do this.

 

[Black Valkyrie]

I wanted to do exactly that but the other half doesn't want the center hatch blocked :/

 

[superwa]

I hear ya. I only do that underway.

 

[ZZ13]

There are several threads out there regarding transporting SUPs. Type "site:clubsearay.com sup" into your browser to see them.

 

[markrsimon]

I have this on order, as one of my dock neighbors has one. It accommodates the angle for the rail stantions.

However - We learned painfully, that if you go to dock somewhere with wood posts/piling, where your rub rail would simply do its job, you now have a paddle board in the way. The paddle board didnt like it, and neither did we.

Sooo.. now its on the bow like Superwa shows.

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[jmauld]

Mark, did the surf stow block your vision much?

 

[ttmott]

I went the inflatable route; when we are at destination and they are inflated I simply bungee cord them to the rails - one on each side. I knew the hard SUP's would be a challenge to stow for the long runs.

 

[markrsimon]

Mark, did the surf stow block your vision much?

It did, but was generally okay if I stood up to drive. Docking at our home dock was also slightly challenging due to the board blocking access to the mid cleat. Even with a line (normally its our spring line) attached ahead of time - dock mates could not use it to pull if needed, given the board was in the way. Visibility on the side also depends on what board you have - ours is huge. Its a BOTE 12’ board that is 32” wide at the center.

Given all of those little issues, and the transient dock issue - the board stays on the bow now. I used the floating noodles (sliced down one side) to wrap the rails, and ratchet strap the board down. I’m searching for more aesthetic straps now.

 

[Havana Shamrock]

Ok not the best looking but we just use nylon straps that have big plastic buckles like a kids car seat right to the rail. It’s been from Boston to the Bahamas and in some rough stuff (burying the bow) and never lost it. Quick and easy.

 

[Black Valkyrie]

Next question - we have a "high pressure" inflator but it only gets it half way - you still need to manually pump them up to full inflation. Anyonenhave success with a power inflator that they carry on board that actually gets the boards full? Then I could leave them in the cabin somewhere.

 

[jmauld]

I use a dewalt inflator but also have to finish it off with the manual pump.

 

[Tim Fila]

Next question - we have a "high pressure" inflator but it only gets it half way - you still need to manually pump them up to full inflation. Anyonenhave success with a power inflator that they carry on board that actually gets the boards full? Then I could leave them in the cabin somewhere.

You need a 2 stage air pump. They are all over amazon.

 

[ttmott]

I've heard good things about the I-Rocker inflator and also the Shark II inflator. The I-Rocker needs to cool down after each fill but the Shark II will do three fills before needing to cool. I'm considering the Shark before the next trip but need to find a way to power it..
Of course it's always a good workout using the manual pump while sucking down a couple cold ones.

 

[Black Valkyrie]

Thanks will look into those pumps

 

[jmauld]

Of course it's always a good workout using the manual pump while sucking down a couple cold ones.

I never feel like paddling after pumping up two boards.

 

[Tripsdad]

I bought this pump based on other CSR recommendations. A little pricy (I think I paid around $130) but I have been very happy with it’s performance - pumps up our SUP in about 10 minutes set to 15 PSI.

https://www.amazon.com/SereneLife-E...id=1627346467&sprefix=Slpump50,aps,187&sr=8-1

 

[MoonRiver]

I went the inflatable route

We went the inflatable route as well. ours sets nicely between the rail and the hull on the stbd side just below the helm window. I like the fact that the inflatable doesn't seem to put stress on the life rails.

 

[rlynch03]

I've heard good things about the I-Rocker inflator and also the Shark II inflator. The I-Rocker needs to cool down after each fill but the Shark II will do three fills before needing to cool. I'm considering the Shark before the next trip but need to find a way to power it..
Of course it's always a good workout using the manual pump while sucking down a couple cold ones.

We also use the inflatable SUP's. If we need a change of scenery we will strap them to the rails half way up the bow. Have had one of them for 6yrs and it still looks new. For a pump we use the West Marine Brand below. Have had it for a couple years and no troubles. We keep it in the stern trunk. I cut the alligator clips off and dropped the feed down (with some other wires already ran) into the engine room for a hard tie in off the Glendening (they would never run at the same time). Has a plug at the pump if I want to disconnect it.