GILI 10'6/11'6 AIR All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board
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In this article I will be taking a look at the GILI 10’6⁄11’6 AIR All Around Inflatable stand up paddleboard. I will take you through the pros and cons of this paddleboard and will give my honest opinion on how it performs against the competition.
Let’s get in to this!
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GILI 10’6⁄11’6 AIR All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board - Who is it for?
I’m going to jump straight in with the elephant in the room: This is not the best value paddleboard out there, but in my opinion it represents good value for money if you are looking for a high performance SUP that is lighter than a traditional hard board.
The board itself packs away into the provided bag and is flight safe, fits in to your car or pick up and can be stored easily away in your house when not in use.
In terms of design and colors you can get two variations the blue (pictured) or a Camo version. We like both designs, but I think the blue is our favorite.
Extra Wide design
The width of the GILI has been extended to 32 inches to provide the ultimate stability when out on the water. This is really going to be important if you are looking for a paddleboard that you need for activities that require a certain degree of stability such as fishing or Yoga for example.
Quick Deflation and Inflation
If you are looking for a SUP that is quick to deflate then it might be worth taking a look at the GILI, which deflates in around 5-10 minutes, this is a fast time and you can re-inflate it to around 12-15 PSI when you need to use it.
How to deflate the GILI:
- Make sure the board is dry and dust-fre
- Slowly, push down on the valve pin, and turn clockwise until the pin is locked in the DOWN position.
- When your board is completely deflated, make sure the valve pin is in the closed (UP) position by turning the valve pin counter-clockwise and the valve pops up.
- Remove the fins before you roll up your board.
Unboxing Video of GILI 10’6⁄11’6 AIR All Around Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board
If you want to check out a full review of the GILI check out the video below:
What Activities is it Suitable For?
- Yoga
- Fishing
- Exploring
- Touring
- Paddling
Features
A Very Light Paddleboard that feels like a hard board
The dimensions: 11’6 x 32” x 6” - the perfect blend of balance, weight & size. Weighs only 19 lbs. The ULTIMATE go-anywhere paddle board. Performs well in all conditions. Feels like a hard board when fully inflated but only half the weight. A great SUP for beginner and advanced paddlers.
Durable and very stable design
Constructed from Cross Stitched, Reinforced PVC so you don’t have to worry about dings, dents or damage. 6” Thick for stability. Super portable iSUP package: everything fits in the included backpack. Just throw in your car or on an airplane - no roof rack or garage needed!
All the accessories you need
Extra large diamond traction pad: bring a 4-legged friend or use for SUP Yoga. 6-Point Front Bungee for quick access to your gear. Nose and Center Grab Handle for easy transport and maneuverability. Our 9” Snap-In fin attaches quickly and easy with our ultra secure fin box - no tools needed. 2 Stage Pump for fast and easy inflation. Adjustable Travel Paddle breaks down in 3 pieces and adjusts to your height. Comfy iSUP Backpack carries the board and accessories
What’s in the box?
- Aluminum paddle
- Dual Action SUP hand pump
- iSUP Backpack
- Paddle board coiled ankle leash
- 9” Snap-in center fin
- Pair of snap-in side fins
Guarantee
You also get a 60 day guarantee and 2 year warranty for peace of mind.
Verdict
4⁄5
Pros
- Super Lightweight transportable board
- Easy to Inflate
- Good Quality Board
- Good alternative to a hard board
Cons
- Made in China
We think this is a great board for someone who has an existing hard board but wants something that they can use on the weekends.
It is a little less affordable than some of the other SUPs that we have reviewed, but the quality of the materials and the overall package is extremely good.
The only negative point that we could find really was that this SUP is not made in the US. It is actually made in China, contrary to some of the listings of this product on the internet.
One of the things that makes this inflatable paddle board quite special is the quality of the accessories and how they fit together to be one overall package. Also the weight of the board is just 19lbs. Considering most SUPs weigh 25lbs this is a considerable reduction.
Lastly, you will likely need an electric pump to pump up this SUP.
We hope you enjoyed this review, let us know what you think of this SUP in the comments.
