Best All-Around Paddle Boards of 2023

If you’re looking for a board to be equally at home surfing a wave as is relaxing on the local lake, look no further than the Performer series. If you want a slightly longer board, the 11'6" Beach Performer is another paddler favorite.

TAHE has blended surf-inspired longboard outlines for solid wave performance with confidence-inspiring stability and a moderate rocker profile for versatility in flat-water conditions. Join the thousands of riders who’ve made the Performer series an international best-seller.

At 10'9” in length and weighing 26.6lbs, the Shoreline is perfect for casual lake or flat-water paddlers. This lightweight design allows the board easy portability and handling. For best results, the Shoreline has the capacity to hold anyone up to 210lbs. Each board comes equipped with a standard 10” removable bottom fin as well as an easy-to-use elastic cargo strap to keep your life jacket tied down and accessible. The embossed diamond pattern on the EVA deck will give you the cushion and grip that you need to stay on the water all day long!

So, you need an inflatable paddle board that will see you right in all conditions. Well, look no further. Red Paddle Co’s multi-award-winning Ride 10’6” is Red Paddle Co's most popular board.

Imagine how at ease you’ll feel paddling out to sea on this versatile board. It offers excellent durability along with superior stability, so can withstand even the wildest of water adventures.

This board is designed to glide over water in all conditions. Whether you feel like a leisurely paddle on the lake with friends, or an action-packed adventure in head-high surf, this board offers a smooth and predictable ride. No matter what type of rider you are, you’ll have endless fun on this all-round board. It’s 120mm/4.7’’ thick, providing incredible stiffness that doesn’t compromise on performance.

An ultra-stable platform equally suited for first-timers, family fun, fitness, yoga, fishing or whatever your next SUP adventure may be.

The unique ‘hybrid’ design of the Cross, also available as the 11' Beach Cross, features a keeled nose for excellent tracking, full rail-to-rail volume for enhanced stability and maximum use of the entire deck, and a full waterline to increase speed and efficiency. Numerous attachment points for securing accessories and deck rigging come standard on all Cross models.

The Performer is back and better than ever. In addition to a new and improved overall shape, a wood grain ClearTek™ drop-stitch, and laser engraved foot placement guides, this year it's about more than just the board. Starting in 2022, we are partnering with One Tree Planted to plant a tree for every Performer sold, allowing you to give back to the planet with your purchase. Whether you are a novice paddler or an expert, we hope the new Performer inspires you to adventure.

The 11’2” All Day is a classic all-around shape that stands the test of time. This is a super stable board with good glide and load carrying capacity, making it a great choice for riders of all sizes and abilities. If your perfect day includes cruising the lake, going for a swim, catching some rays (or a few Z’s), and taking your four-legged friend along with you, this board may be your perfect match.

The iGO inflatable paddle boards are known for being steady, having good speed and being super easy to turn while stepping back onto the wide tail area. The board’s straight outline helps to paddle straight and you can paddle more strokes on one side before you need to swap over, which also helps comfort and even increases the overall speed. This is the perfect paddle board range option for first-time paddlers, families with pets and anyone who wants less fuss and more enjoyable water time anywhere.

Thurso Surf Waterwalker is an All-around inflatable paddle board designed for all paddlers, skill levels, and water conditions. By uniquely incorporating a touring shape to the conventional all-around contour, the Waterwalker offers the best of both worlds: it is extremely stable and forgiving in most water conditions, and can travel effortlessly for long distance paddling trips.

With a 33” width, the Breeze Aero 10'8" provides ample stability to ensure whether you are learning to paddle or an avid paddler looking for the lightest paddle board, you will have a great time.

The Kahuna from Kaku Kayak has been the most popular fishing hybrid on the market among water sports enthusiasts since its debut in 2015. The Kahuna is a unique vessel that features a Kaku-designed modified-V Hull. Due to its great stability and paddling efficiency, the Kahuna can be paddled as a SUP or a kayak. Paddlers have found many different ways to customize the Kahuna, ranging from rigs for simple recreation to more sophisticated prostyle setups for fishing. Due to the great success of previous Kahuna versions, Kaku Kayak Owner Kevin Hawkins decided to keep the previous hull design.

The new Kahuna offers extreme stability, versatility and durability. Mount coolers, seats, storage boxes, rod holders and more to its rugged frame. It’s the first paddle craft of its kind to offer fully integrated mounting for the Micro Power Pole Shallow Water Anchor!