How to choose your inflatable stand-up paddle (sup) pump

This is the simplest version and you can inflate a stand-up paddle with it but it will take time (10 minutes) as it only pumps air when you lower the handle.

It is generally found in entry price all-inclusive packs (SUP + pump + paddle).

Please note, considering the pressure required to properly inflate an SUP (minimum 15 psi or approx. 1 bar), the final pump strokes are more difficult than the first. You will need to use your body weight over the pump to be able to push down the piston to counter the resistance.

Take a double-action pump with a single chamber and add a second chamber to pump twice as much air with each stroke. This gives you the fastest hand pump on the market (30% time saving compared to a double-action pump).

To adapt to the increase in pressure and the increased effort needed to inflate, start with double action on both chambers when the pressure is low at the beginning of inflation.

Then when it becomes too tiring, turn the dial to single action on two chambers and then finish on single action on a single chamber, requiring less effort and lengthening the inflation time a little.