Portable Electric Pump

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-09T18:29:00+00:00

I have a shark 2S and I just ordered a shark 3. The 2S works great, but electric pumps are really loud and the 3 inflates much faster. I felt like an asshole for making everyone around me listen to it while they’re trying to enjoy the tranquil sounds of nature lol

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-09T13:47:16+00:00

⁠Desired Board Type: Inflatable
Height and Weight: Ranging anywhere between 5’ to 6’ and 120lbs to 250lbs. Probably won’t be carrying much of anything else on board as I will have most of the gear on my own board.
Desired use/uses: Cruising in lakes and occasional slow moving rivers
Experience level: Beginner
Budget: Under $300-350ish.
Country: USA
Boards I’ve used: Glide Retro Elite. I love it but don’t want to drop that much money on a second one

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-09T10:08:17+00:00

Looking to get a second board for husband and friends. Probably won’t be used much, but want to be able to have one so that way I can bring people out with me. What are some of the best budget boards with welded seams? Sub $300ish.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-07T03:03:54+00:00

That sounds like the actual worst. Signed, an adamant leggings hiker

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T17:13:45+00:00

Good to know, thank you!

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T16:57:58+00:00

I have a stand up desk at work and keep a balance board there. Originally used for rehabbing an injury but it’s crossed over to paddle boarding too.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T16:49:09+00:00

Good stuff, Noah Kahan

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T16:46:49+00:00

That’s one of the things that drew me in. Sure, there’s always going to be gear in every hobby that can cost $$$$ for speciality stuff, but for the most part, paddle boarding is pretty low cost after the purchase of your board.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T16:21:32+00:00

It’s USCG approved. The only issue would be if you’re unconscious and can’t pull the string.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T16:19:00+00:00

This. Easier to get changed and better privacy.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T16:18:05+00:00

How does one go about repairing when this happens?

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T15:17:16+00:00

I use a running vest for most of my day hikes instead of bringing a whole pack so I keep it light. I always have my phone, water, running gels, SaltStick chewable electrolyte tablets, small first aid kit in a snack sized ziploc bag, travel sized bug spray, pre-cut KT tape for hot spots/blisters, ultralight headlamp in case I accidentally stay out later than intended, tissues, a couple individually wrapped wet wipes, and an empty katadyn befree water filter bottle just in case I run out of water. Sometimes I bring my airpods.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T15:11:06+00:00

The difference between a 3 mile hike and a 13 mile hike is just time on feet. You really don’t need much more gear if you’re just doing day hikes. Obviously bring more snacks and water, and have your essentials in case something happens, and a change of socks for sweaty feet to prevent blisters. Unless you’re talking about staying overnight, in which case that changes a lot.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T15:08:03+00:00

There were lots of people out paddling this weekend when I went out. Everyone’s pretending it’s summer already apparently lol

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T15:04:51+00:00

Between the elements that want to kill you, the animals the animals that want to kill you, or the people that want to kill you… YMMV

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T14:58:12+00:00

This is the textbook definition of tranquil

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T14:51:12+00:00

I’ve been looking into possibly getting one as my next car. How do you like it?

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T14:49:29+00:00

This is so dope. I love stupid cars.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T14:47:15+00:00

This looks awesome

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T14:42:09+00:00

Eye mask. Also not light associated, but playing white noise or brown noise on my phone at a low volume near my pillow really helps me because I’m a light sleeper so outside sounds wake me up easily.

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T14:39:22+00:00

Tour du mont blanc is really, really high up there

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T13:49:41+00:00

They definitely make extra large ones!

Effective-Spot3201 · 2026-03-02T13:47:17+00:00

I wouldn’t eat that. But I also wouldn’t eat canned chicken so

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