Quantcast
Awards

Red Paddle Co. Race

red paddle race reviews 2017 

--

Only best products in a given category receive “A” grade.

Category: N/A

Overview:

Paddle Board Highlights

Who is it for?

If you’re looking for a fast, inflatable, race board for SUP racing then the Red Paddle Co. Race board is worth a look. This stand up paddle (SUP) board comes in the patented MSL technology construction which is durable and has its ups and downs. Due to its width being 26 inches the board is very unstable however, the board is fast and lightweight. The board has 1.49 lbs per foot weighing 20.8 lbs total. Its shape makes the Race a race board for advanced paddlers. Its construction and shape combined best fit this board for competitive paddling. Retailing at $1,649, the board is among the high-tier price point but comes with the best that the brand has to offer.

First Impressions

On first impressions, the graphics and color are simplistic, the shape design is quite thoughtful and the construction strikes as rugged. The Race has a clean look to it using minimal colors and graphics: simple and clean. The shape design is unique for boards in these categories offering features tailored primarily for competitive racing. The construction does appear very durable as something that can last long and heavy use. This paddle board is easy to carry since it’s just 20.8 lbs and the glide feels fast which is to be expected since speed-centric design and lightweight construction are at the core of this board design. And once you put it all together, the Race is a fast, inflatable paddle board that advanced and lightweight paddlers should be able to paddle comfortably and with ease.

Benefits

  • Primary Use

    Race Use

    Paddle Boards fall into two broad categories, All-Around and Specialty boards, with all-around designed primarily for recreation while speciality boards for top performance in specific disciplines

  • Durability

    Strong

    Durability is largely a result of the board construction and shape, with more durable boards typically carrying more materials (added layers, PVC, etc) and as such adding to the weight.

  • Carrying

    Easy

    Carrying ease is determined by board weight and handle type, where a board weighing under 20lbs with a Liftsup handle is extremely easy to carry while a 35+lbs board quite difficult.

  • Stability

    Stable

    Stability is a product of construction and shape, where boards w/ 30”+ wide and 200+ liters in volume offer plenty of stability for your AVG adult while a board under 26” wide is a challenge.

  • Glide

    Fast

    Glide is a result of board shape and construction, w/ boards weighing under 30lbs and designed for racing offering best glide while recreational boards normally being on the slow side.

  • IMG 0881
  • IMG 0884
  • IMG 0885
  • IMG 0880
  • IMG 0883
  • IMG 0886
  • IMG 0887
  • IMG 0889
  • IMG 0897
  • IMG 0901
  • IMG 0904
  • IMG 0907

 

Learn more on the Red Paddle Co. website.

Features

  • Dimensions

    14' x 26" x 5.9"

    Industry standard in board dimensions reads: L (length, from nose to tail) x W (width, from rail to rail at midpoint length), and H (height, from top to bottom of board at midpoint length).

  • Weight

    20.8 lbs

    Standup paddle boards tend to fall into 4 different weight classes: extremely lightweight (under 20 lbs), lightweight (20-28 lbs), average weight (28-35 lbs), heavy (above 35 lbs).

  • Volume

    340 L

    Volume is a key metric to determine how much weight a board can carry. Boards w/ 200+ liters offer most floatation with boards under 150 liters typically for high-performance surf.

  • Capacity

    265 lbs

    Capacity is the max cargo weight a stand up paddle board can carry, considering not only the paddler’s weight but whatever else the paddler may choose to carry alongside him/her.

  • Add On's

    2 Handles Above Deck Pad

    Add-on’s include bungee cords, a minimalist way to haul things; Connexsup, which allows for all sorts of attachments, even fishing rods; and FCS II/Connect, for easy fin instal.

  • Handle

    Strap

    Handles directly affect carrying ease, with external grip handles (Liftsup & EZgrab) offering most comfort, Internal Ergo Grip the mid-tier comfort, and box handles as least comfortable.

  • Holders

    No

    Fishing rod holders and/or paddle holders can make paddling that much more pleasant, esp. when needing holders for the rod or having a safe place for the paddle during yoga.

Sizes Available

LengthWidthThicknessVolume
12 Feet 6 Inches 28 Inches 5.9 Inches 320 L
14 Feet 26 Inches 5.9 Inches 540 L

 

Learn more on the Red Paddle Co. website.

Similar Products

  • sic flow reviews

    Red Paddle Race Elite

    $1,799

  • bote flood reviews

    Boardworks Shubu x Rocket

    $1,199

  • nsp cocomat cruise reviews

    SIC FX Pro

    $2,899

  • surftech chamelion reviews

    Pau Hana Viper

    $2,199

For more detailed reviews and to look at similar models, visit Supconnect.com. If you like this review, give us the thumbs up. Don’t forget to leave your thoughts in the comments. And make sure to subscribe to our newsletter so you never miss the latest news and reviews from Supconnect.

Last modified onThursday, 10 May 2018 10:36