First, your board must be stored in a clean and dry place. Your PVC inflatable SUP is very durable, but permanent humidity will have the upper hand on your board, this could cause detachments and damage. unwanted mold.
CLEAN AND DRY YOUR BOARD
To avoid rolling out a stinky, mold-covered board next season, always wash your board thoroughly with clean water, a soft cloth and a suitable cleaning product. Then, it is important to let it dry well in front of a fan overnight to remove any moisture on the surface. This also applies to your accessories; ankle strap, paddle, fins.
INFLATED OR DEFLATED?
It all depends on your space and your preference!
Some riders can't stand the idea of storing their favorite inflatable paddle board and prefer to leave it inflated, ready to go. No problem, after washing and drying your board well, simply lower the pressure of the board (3-4 psi) to reduce the tension on the seams/joint. This way, you can leave your board in its natural shape, so it won't have any bad creases come spring.
If, however, you do not have the necessary space, you have two options:
1. The SUP burrito.
It's quite simple and very intuitive as a technique. Basically, just roll your board so it's not too tight so it looks like, you guessed it, a burrito. This technique ensures that your board won't have bad creases at the end of winter and also helps prevent the joints from coming loose.
2. Storage in the bag.
If space is very limited, it is best to store your board in your carry bag.
When using this technique, it is important to fold your board well, as any bad creases will appear in the spring. To properly fold your board, we advise you to start from the nose towards the fins, while ensuring that each fold is straight. Then, store your board in your transport bag, always with the fin boxes facing up. high, with all accessories located on top, in the supine position. This helps reduce stress on the side seam and avoids having a pump-shaped dent on the board after sitting on it all winter. General advice, don't stack anything on top of your carry bag in your storage space.
STORED IN THE RIGHT PLACE
Ideally, we should favor a temperate and dry place so as not to damage the glues of the board by exposing it to major thermal changes or too much humidity.
Also, avoid UV rays from direct sunlight, as they can cause your board to fade or alter its colors. To preserve your board, store it in a place where it will not be exposed to sunlight.
Voila, by following these steps, your board will be just as beautiful in the spring as it is at the moment!
