OutdoorGearLab Reports Awards for The Best Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards

CHEYENNE, Wyo. - May 31, 2016 - PRLog -- OutdoorGearLab, a comprehensive and creative gear review website, has released results of recent product testing in their top inflatable stand up paddle review. Nine highly regarded models were tested over a multitude of measures and then dissected in a detailed side by side review. Valentine Cullen, alongside a team of enthusiastic testers, paddled the buoyant boards in different bodies of water including Bodega Bay, the Upper Truckee River, and Lake Tahoe. From glassy and smooth to choppy and turbulent, testers saw highly variable conditions along their adventures. Creative tactics were utilized to asses each item's performance, from loading them up with as many people as possible to measuring inflation times and packing them into five different vehicles. Throughout this process, products earned scores in categories including stability, glide performance, ease of transport, ease of inflation, fin setup, surfing capabilities, and value.

The winners are as follows:

Editors' Choice - Isle Touring

The Isle Touring was a favorite among testers and won the coveted Editors' Choice award. This product provides a smooth and stable ride due to its square tail and slightly rockered nose. It features an eight-inch fin which keeps it tracking a direct line through choppy water and blustery conditions. In addition to its marvelous maneuverability, this product is constructed with high quality materials making it durable and ready for the long haul. Details, such as a removable fin and a cargo system on the front, allow users to customize their setup depending on their needs. Lead tester Valentine Cullen found that, "Veterans and newbies alike all unanimously agreed that this item was more stable than the rest, easy to maneuver and just all-around a whole lot of fun."

Top Pick Award - Jobe

The Jobe earned the title of Top Pick for scoring high across all testing categories. With its front cargo setup, generously thick foam pad, and svelte rockered nose, it stands out for its touring capabilities. It comes well equipped and adventure ready with a pump, a pressure gage and a comfy backpack that turns into a dry bag. Reviewer Cullen states, "We really liked testing the Jobe. It received Top Pick award because it's fun to use and scored above average in glide performance, stability, ease of transport, and inflation. While it is on the higher end of the price scale, this overall performer is worth every penny."

Best Buy - Isle Explorer

In terms of value, the Isle Explorer took home the Best Buy honor due to its budget friendly cost without compromise to performance or quality. This product features a sturdy, tough design with two cargo systems and a plethora of comfy handles for easy transportation. It earned a perfect score in the stability tests; it even outscored the Editors' Choice award. This product is built to endure the bumps and bangs of boarding. According to lead tester Cullen, "If you're hard on your gear and need something bombproof tough, consider this board. It's thick, short, and beefy. Overall this product is not only a great buy, but is also easy and fun to use."

Operating out of Cheyenne, Wyoming, OutdoorGearLab, LLC offers in-depth gear comparison reviews and informative articles to empower outdoor enthusiasts in their purchasing decisions. Categories span a wide variety of activities such as hiking, climbing, backpacking, cycling, skiing, and running. The site uses side by side comparative charts which analyze products based on metrics such as durability, ease of use and price point. Testers implement creative methods to decipher which products are stand out performers within their category and award them accordingly. To explore the popular online resource, check out outdoorgearlab.com.