I love my paddleboard and can't believe I didn't buy one sooner. I opted for the ride 10.8 which I have used on lakes, rivers and out on the cornish coast. The fact I can pack it away in a "rucksack" is brilliant and over the summer it sits in the back of my defender just in case I have the urge and a great spot to paddle at anytime. I bought the upgraded glass paddle which gives great control and a huge amount of power when you are going against the wind. The board is easy to inflate with the dual pressure pump although some days it seems like hard work, and just as easy to deflate and pack away. The materials it is made from are top quality and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone who was thinking of getting one.