How do I deflate and store an inflatable SUP?

When it comes to inflatable paddling, the steps involved in handling and managing your equipment are essential if you want to keep your equipment healthy and reliable over the long term. The deflation phase is essential to properly storing your SUP.

So, in this article, we’re going to answer the question: how do you deflate and store your paddle? We’ll also look at the problems you may encounter and how to avoid them. We’ll start by discussing the equipment, then the procedure itself, and give you a few tips along the way.

Now we come to the most important part,deflating the paddle.

To do this :

1. open the inflation valve cap, then open the valve by pressing the central button and locking it in the open position with a quarter-turn before releasing.
2. Let the paddle empty itself of air.
3. While the air is escaping, store or dismantle the leash paddle in the way that suits you best. Taking it apart prevents it from dragging once the paddle is folded.

We are now going to start rolling the paddle:

1. place yourself at the rear. The sup is right side up.
2. start by folding forward so that all three aileron housings are visible.
3. then fold the rearmost aileron housing over the other two, bringing it towards you.
4. Finally, resume rolling in the original direction. Bend the paddle, applying pressure to empty any remaining air from the SUP.

Once folded, place it in its bag and close it.

Store in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.

1. The first piece of advice would be to beware of algae, which can react with the materials and stain them, so make sure you rinse your paddle properly, especially if you’re storing it for a long time.
2. When it comes to garage storage, avoid putting too much weight on your paddle, and ideally store it upright, not flat.
3. Finally, and although it seems logical, avoid deflating your paddle in the water, because even if this avoids sand, it would be dramatic to let water penetrate inside your SUP.

In conclusion, pay attention to where you choose to deflate your paddle, make sure it’s as clean as possible when you store it, especially for long storage, and above all, learn our homemade folding technique to avoid damaging your fin boxes.

All that’s left for you to do is enjoy our paddles, which, we assure you, if you take good care of them, will last you a long time.

How to deflate a paddle? Now you have the answer. Always take care of your equipment, it’s your guarantee that it will last you a long time! Now all you have to do is get out on the water and enjoy. Many other articles are available on our site to accompany you in your practice of the paddle, do not hesitate to make a tour!

The SROKA team.

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