Fiberglass stand up paddle boards can be susceptible to dings, cracks and other damages. With proper care, damages can be prevented, saving your pocketbook from the cost of frequent repairs. Below are five tips on how to keep your board in tiptop condition for a long time. 1.Store your SUP gear in a board bag when transporting it to and from the beach. A board bag can protect your fiberglass board from dings, dents, chips and scratches. Studies show these flaws are typically acquired during transport of gear to and from the beach. Some stand up paddle boards for sale come with a free board bag. If yours doesn’t come with one, you can typically find options available from a reputable stand up paddle board company. 2.Keep stand up paddle boards away from sun exposure. Sun exposure causes your board’s color to fade and may even cause your board to delaminate. Sun ray’s can also break down the board’s fiberglass component, reducing its efficiency on the water. Store your board in the garage or other shaded spot. Never store your board in your backyard. 3.Attend to even the most minor problem immediately. Dings, dents, cracks, punctures and scratches when left unattended can escalate into bigger problems that require expensive repair services. 4.If you live in places with extreme varying temperatures, make sure you remove the vent plug before storing. Failure to do so can compromise the integrity of your board. Take good care of your SUP gear and you won’t have to make another trip to a stand up paddle company for repairs. You will save a lot of money and you will enjoy your board for a long time.
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