- Read through and follow the instructions in your SUP user manual.
- Ensure the value on your SUP is in the correct upward position before pumping or air will escape when you disconnect the hose.
- Attach the gauge to your pump so you can read the air pressure as you pump.
- Make sure your hose is connected properly to both the SUP board’s valve and to the pump.
- Start pumping. It can take up to 3PSI before the gauge shows a reading, so keep pumping.
- Pump to 15PSI and disconnect the hose from the SUP board valve.
- Secure the dust cap to protect the valve.
Your board will start to take shape with as little as 3-5PSI, but keep pumping. Most SUP boards need to be pumped to 15PSI. Double check the specification in your user manual for the correct pressure.
Just like a car tyre, when your board is properly inflated it will be stiff and rigid so that you can barely make an impression with your thumb.
Aqua Marina have provided a helpful video on how to assemble and store your iSUP.
Always inflate your SUP board to the recommend PSI before going out on water.