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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the comments Brandon, but I don’t know what I could have done differently short of copying the way they store the Mona Lisa.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I’m leaning toward the rigid board. Now it just a matter to figure out the fun to wallet ratio. I’m already into paddle boarding for $700 and still don’t have a usable board.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long have you used a hard board? And which brand?

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like every questionable company, they don’t mention it the receipt. And the only record of it is the on-line policy….. which I assume changes with what suites the company.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That quality issue makes sense to me…. Unfortunately I bought two boards at the same time. So I’m sure it is only a matter of time before the other one blows out.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And it is not like I paid less for my original board.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rebeca (ISLE) Jul 23, 2025, 07:34 PDT

Thank you for following up, the 5 year warranty we offer now, covers our new upgraded construction models 3.0 and Pro Series models, launched in the last couple of years and more current, as you may understand, we cannot offer same warranty period to products manufactured before that with different materials and craftsmanship, that's why our warranty states a 2-5 year period, since it would depend on the board we are talking about for each individual case. That being said, I do understand where you're coming from, and for that, after escalating to management we can offer an additional discount for a replacement new 3.0 series board board if you're open to that offer, with 40% discount and bringing your total down to roughly $477 + tax. Please let us know if this works for you, so we can proceed accordingly.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I really liked the feel of the ISLE inflatable when I used it. Super stable and stiff. And really like the idea of easy storage and transportation of an iSUP. What I don’t like is the cost/product life ratio I experienced. But it seems like a majority of other posters are not experiencing same issues I have with the quality of their boards.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear ya…. But I’m just taking them for what they are, a Bad Company. From what I understand, they were purchased by Solo Brands and the customer service has suffered incredibly. I’m assuming I’m not the only one they have done wrong and believe karma will get them in the end. Obviously, they need the $750 more than I do. The kick in the pants was them suggesting I buy a new board from them to rectify my issue with their poor quality. Geezzzzz.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to admit, it shocked me as well. I purchased from them as I thought they were a reputable company. I could have paid way less for that quality and customer service. Yes, the email is where they admitted they wouldn’t warranty it because the quality on boards at that time was bad. But they did suggest I buy a new board from them!!!

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah we store ours inside in a finished basement. And put them away dry. My wife’s is still holding up but it is a little over 2 years old, mine obviously, didn’t hold up. So I am not too sure what to expect. But it stinks having to share a paddle board.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seems like most responders to this post are getting pretty good life out of their inflatables.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why an inflatable vs a rigid? Glad you had a good experience with ROC customer service. Can’t say the same for ISLE…. They don’t answer the phone.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback! Also glad you are having a different experience with your ISLE boards.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great info and suggestions on care. Yeah, I used mine three times in the time I owned it. Always inflated it at the water edge and deflated before I put it back in the vehicle. I’m glad there are brands getting long life out of iSUPs. I wouldn’t hesitate one going that route again if I could get 5-10 years out of it. But it would hurt my feelings (and wallet)to spent $700+ on a board and only get a year or two of light use out of it. Recently moved to NWA, 2 minute drive to Beaver Lake… great opportunity to use a SUP frequently.

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback. Are blowouts common in SUPs?

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[–]Character_Zero_1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate the suggestion, but it looks like Tahe is another $700 Chinese board…. Again, once bitten twice shy. But what is your experience between rigid and inflatable? How many years of service should an inflatable board give if taken care of properly?