The Perfect Paddle Board for Your Summer Lake Tahoe Adventures
It’s summer in Tahoe, and that means the lakes will soon be flooded with boats, kayaks, and the ever popular paddle boards. Paddle boarding has gained in popularity quickly over the years, and it’s no question why. Paddle boarding is a fun way to get out and enjoy the lakes and waterways of the area, all while getting a bit of exercise. And you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg buying and maintaining one like you would with say a ski boat or something. A paddle board is a no brainer if you live or visit the Truckee Tahoe area which is littered with amazing lakes to explore while stand up paddle boarding.
When looking for a paddle board to buy there are many options out there, and Granite Chief has you covered on all of them. With top of the line paddle boards from Surftech, Kialoa and Corran we have the best paddle board whether you are just starting out, or a seasoned vet.
For the beginners out there looking to get their feet wet and try paddle boarding for the first time, the Kialoa Aloha is the perfect board for you. The Kialoa Aloha is lightweight, and wide, providing solid stability for those shaky beginners. The soft top board makes standing and kneeling on the board comfortable; more so than those pesky hard fiberglass top boards, but they have their place too. Lightweight, stable, and even comes with a paddle, the Kialoa is the perfect board to get out and take a stab at paddle boarding.
Surftech has some amazing boards this summer, from the Saber to the universal, there is a Surftech board for every riding style and ability. The Surftech Universal is a great board for those looking to delve deeper into the world of paddle boarding without sacrificing affordability. With its universal shape and durable construction, the Surftech Universal is the perfect board for those who want to push their paddle boarding skills a bit further.
A step up from the Universal is the Surftech Saber series, with the Saber SF17 and SF18 making perfect boards for beginner to intermediate paddle boarders. Durable construction made for touring and race, with a more flat water designed nose, make the SF17 and SF18 from Surftech the perfect choice for those looking to take paddle boarding a bit more seriously.
If you’re looking for a great beginner board that is versatile and durable, look no further than the Surftech Saber Blacktip. The Saber Blacktip is perfect for flat water lakes and cruising down the river and hitting some small rapids. The Blacktip has reinforced rails and hi-stretch tape to protect against those pesky rocks and provide superior durability. And with added volume and a slick bottom, the Blacktip provides stability whether cruising down some rapids or simply paddling across the lake. The Surftech Saber Blacktip is the perfect board for those of beginner to intermediate ability levels looking to explore new lakes and rivers without thrashing their beautiful board.
Corran paddle boards provide excellent performance whether you are looking for flat water or surf; the Corran Doppler and the woman’s Corran Bellissima are excellent choices. The Corran Doppler is Corran’s best selling board, and its no wonder why. The Doppler provides excellent stability, extremely durable construction and the versatility to do it all. Whether you are looking for a beginner flat water board, and exercise board, or something a bit surfier, the Doppler has you covered.
Similar to the Doppler is the Corran Bellissima, the best woman specific all around board out there. Whether you wish to take the Bellissima out on your local lake, cruise down the river, or even brave the open ocean, the Bellissima is there for you. With superior stability due to its recessed standing area, and lightweight durable construction, the Bellissima is a dream to paddle, wherever you take it.
If getting outside and exploring Tahoe or Donner Lake from the water sounds enticing to you, and why wouldn’t it, a paddle board is probably one of the best avenues to accomplish this. From the crystal clear waters of Tahoe, to dock hopping on Donner Lake, paddle boards are a fun and exciting toy to have in the Truckee/Tahoe region. Whether you’re a beginner just looking to get your feet wet in the world of paddle boarding, or have been SUPing for years, Granite has you covered with some of the best name brands in the industry. A wise man once told me. “Never buy a boat, buy a paddle board…” so you can explore and enjoy the lakes and waterways of the Sierra and beyond without spending a boatload.