Why Are Red Paddle Boards So Expensive?

‘Why are Red Paddle Boards so expensive?’ is a question we’ve been asked before, and it’s certainly one we’ll be asked again. Although we won’t shy away from the fact that our inflatable paddle boards cost more than the type of SUP you can pick up cheaply from your local supermarket, there’s a reason for this. Choosing your inflatable paddle board should be an investment, leaving you with a bit of kit that you can rely on for years of paddling and not one that falls apart after just one family beach holiday.  

In fact, the question ‘why are Red Paddle Boards so expensive?’ is actually a pretty frustrating one. The answer is simple: they’re not. It’s just that when you buy a Red Paddle Board, you get absolutely everything you need to hit the water, along with the superior technical specifications and warranty to match. Let us prove it…

What’s Included With A Red Paddle Board?

If the inflatable paddle board you are considering buying seems to be an utter bargain, there’s probably a reason for that. Remember that it’s not just the actual board you need to get on the water; a fin, pump, leash, carry bag and paddle are all essential for paddleboarding conveniently and safely.

At Red, we sell our paddle boards in bundles, ensuring you have everything you need to simply inflate and go. This naturally might make a Red paddle board seem more expensive than some of the other options available, but that’s often simply due to the number (and quality) of the extras and accessories included. 

For each of our boards, you can choose a paddle that suits your paddling style. However, paddle aside, our SUP bundles include suitable fins, board strap, leash, our innovative ATB paddle board bag and clever Titan 2 pump as standard. Purchasing all of these items individually would already add up to a significant cost alongside your actual board, and might be a nasty surprise if you needed to do so individually or quickly as replacements for inferior parts included with subpar boards.

Refined Board Technology

When it comes to your actual inflatable paddle board, you most certainly get what you pay for. Cheap boards are made with cheap materials and are often poorly constructed, which can quickly lead to stretching and warping, and may even mean you need to replace your SUP after very limited wear. 

Red paddle boards, on the other hand, are built to last from our innovative and incredibly tough MSL technology. This industry-leading material utilises high-density drop-stitch to create a stiffer, stable and reliable inflatable paddle board. MSL also helps to prevent any air leakage from your Red paddle board over time, ensuring your SUP can be a long-time companion and not a summer fling.

Superior Warranty

We don’t cut corners with our board construction, and it shows in the way they perform. However, a Red paddle board still comes with a 5-year warranty as standard for peace of mind. While we very rarely have anybody actually needing to use this warranty, it shows that your purchase is a genuine investment from a company that genuinely believes in its products and is willing to own up in the unlikely event that something isn’t quite right. 

As the owner of a Red paddle board, you’re immediately part of our community, and our team is always on hand to support you as you hit the water. While we think we’ve done a great job of explaining that Red paddle boards aren’t actually expensive, we’ve hopefully proved that they’re worth it anyway. However, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any further questions about our inflatable paddle board range and what’s included. We’re always happy to help.