This is my 2nd board. I…
Submitted by:
ScottC
on 4/9/2015
This is my 2nd board. I bought this for my wife and kids. I have a slightly bigger board, but I can ride this as well. I'm 230lbs. and still a beginner, so I was impressed that this board can handle someone my size. As for my wife and kids, they love it!
Pros
Handles well. Looks great
Cons
Nothing yet. I'm worried it might be too fragile, but I have had no problems.
Usage
Bays, rivers, touring , exercise
picked up this board this…
Submitted by:
guest-paddler
on 7/15/2014
picked up this board this past winter without the opportunity to try it. i was hesitant to get it because of the lower price compared to others. when the warm weather finally came around I was very satisfied with the performance of the board
Pros
this board is very stable and quick. I way over 200lbs and have no problem standing up on it and keeping my balance
Cons
white color shows scratches and scuffs
Usage
exercise
Out of the 7 or 8…
Submitted by:
guest-paddler
on 6/17/2014
Out of the 7 or 8 paddleboards I have tried this one is easily my favorite! Handled very well straight and turning. Lightweight, good-looking and has place for tie down straps. Price seemed good for what you get.
Pros
Maneuverability, weight
Cons
None at this time
Usage
Lake
I recently tried this board.…
Submitted by:
guest-paddler
on 6/16/2014
I recently tried this board. It is very comfy for my knees while kneeling and for my feet while standing. It was stable in both positions as I paddled on a lake. Tracked well.
Pros
Light weight, flexible surface that is comfy to knees and feet, stable
Cons
Price
Usage
Lakes for nature and exercise
Stable, tracks well, great…
Submitted by:
guest-paddler
on 6/5/2014
Stable, tracks well, great for beginners and fun for intermediate riders. Most durable board we own by far and is a true workhorse. Always impressed every time it get on it and the value is unbeatable.
Pros
Stable, mid speed, durability, ease of use, able to walk most of board without wobbles(210lbs). Gf loves it and I don't have to worry about maintanence or damage.
Cons
Only board we own with no cons out of 3. Coincidentally is half the cost of other two as we'll.
Usage
Exercise. Touring.
The Tour was my first board.…
Submitted by:
guest-paddler
on 3/28/2014
The Tour was my first board. After trying several boards, I decided on this one. It's stable, durable and has good glide. It has been a good first board for me, but now that I have moved from beginner to intermediate, I still don't feel I have outgrown the board.
Full confession, the first day I brought the board home, a little miscommunication with the Mrs. resulted in a drop on the sidewalk. This board hadn't even touched the water yet and already I dropped it. When I picked it up, I expected to be heartbroken. Instead, the damage was only surface deep.
Since then, I have put this board through its paces. It has held up no problem. I have even punched a couple holes in it thanks to my roof rack. Some ding dough, sandpaper, and flat white paint and it's good as new. Much more durable than some other boards I have seen.
Overall, this board cannot be beat. The price is right and customer service at Open Air (Tahoe and Odyessy) was unreal. I called with a question and an actual person answered on the 2nd ring.
The board is a good touring board. I have no issues staying with the pack during group paddles. I put my 2nd grader on the front and it did change the stability a little. Overall. This is a great board and I highly recommend it.
Pros
Durable, good glide, and the price
Cons
Wish it was a 12'6
Usage
Flatwater touring
Raced this board in the Gulf…
Submitted by:
guest-paddler
on 7/18/2013
Raced this board in the Gulf with rough conditions.. I found it to be very stable and moderately fast. I am an intermediaye paddler and didn't fall the entire race when many otherd did. Great all round board for an excellent value.
Pros
Very stable and affordable
Cons
Usage
Racing
