1. Does the pump have a pressure gauge? 2. How heavy is the board when inflated (I'm only 5'4, will it be difficult to carry?) 3. The disclaimer says the paddle doesn't float, should I get one that is? Is there a way for me to make the paddle float? Isn't it a big problem if it sinks? 1. Does the pump have a pressure gauge? 2. How heavy is the board when inflated (I'm only 5'4, will it be difficult to carry?) 3. The disclaimer says the paddle doesn't float, should I... » Read More 1. Does the pump have a pressure gauge? 2. How heavy is the board when inflated (I'm only 5'4, will it be difficult to carry?) 3. The disclaimer says the paddle doesn't float, should I get one that is? Is there a way for me to make the paddle float? Isn't it a big problem if it sinks? « Show Less
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1. The pump does have a pressure gauge 2. I'm not sure of the exact weight, but I'm only 5'3, my daughter 5'4...we both weigh under 120 pds, so we are petite and we have no problem carrying this from the house to the lake 3. We haven't dropped the paddle yet, but I have invested in a paddle leash, just in case.
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Yes pressure gauge. I think it's kinda heavy but not unmanageable. The paddle most definitely does NOT FLOAT! They replaced ours (it is now at the bottom of the lake) because that warning wasn't on the web when we bought ours.
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yes it has, the gauge starts when it reachs 10PSI and you have to make it reachs 15PSI so will be inflate correcty.I'm a small person,5ft 127⁄64in and138lb 14.260oz Ican carry it.I haven't any problem yet .My husband has176lb 5.9172oz and I float together,so Icann't see any problem.
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It has a preasure guage. I haven't weighed the board but it seems pretty light maybe 25lb. The paddle is kind of heavy and I haven't used it but I would be surprised if it sinks. most manufactures put some foam in the shaft.
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This product weighs under 5 pounds, and you do not need an air pump. My hubby and I used this floatie at the pool all summer without refilling the bladders. It even held my neighbor's weight and (shhh) he's over 200 pounds:) I love this floatie!
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When I came up a couple of hundred yards from the dive boat, and in a bad location, I inflated my BC so my head was well above water level and inflated it by mouth. I didn't have a problem with that. I was waving it at the boat in about 30 seconds. I think it can be inflated underwater by mouth, taking breaths on the reg. I don't think it can be inflated directly from the octopus without some kind of adaptor.
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When fully inflated, my husband takes my daughter out on the board. Their combined weight is 240, and while the water might splash up on their feet, the board handles the load no problem. Hope that helps!
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It weighs a bit more than when not inflated since air doesn't weigh much. I am making fun of your question. How many people do you think stand on a scale while holding onto this board after it is inflated? Maybe I should tell you this, instead. It is easy to carry for a woman after it is inflated. How about that for your answer?
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Hello I have only used a colman electric pump the valve has a button you have to make sure the button is in to fill? I beleive the directions have a safty warning only person to jump at a time. We have had as many as 8 floating on it and as many as 3 jumping. We have it in the ocean had one that was 2ft smaller the size makes a difference when time to scrub this one is much tougher to work with hope this helps
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It is very lightweight. I'm bad at guessing weights, but 3lbs maybe? I'm a very small person and have no issues using this paddle. Durable, lightweight, and works very well. No complaints!
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I don't have my box anymore so I can't measure it's volume, but I think it is on the shipping information online. Since you can pump air OUT of it, it ends up at the same volume. I would make sure that paddles will fit (length) and have enough extra volume for your air pump.Get a shoulder strap for your duffle or visit a thrift store for a backpack.
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I believe the instructions say to not use an electric pump...only the included hand pump. It is really difficult to get up past 13 psi. But, that level seemed to work. I went online to see how other people managed inflation and it was helpful. It takes a fairly tall, strong person to inflate.
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The float is light. Yes, I would recommend an air pump to inflate. It is a bit much to inflate manually for me.
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yes the k5 comes with a paddle and a pump but I would advise you to buy an airhead paddle or another one of your chosing,the paddle that comes with it is not the best but it works.
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You will need a pump. This has a separate air bladder and shell. The bladder requires some pressure to make the boat still, and you cannot blow enough pressure with your lungs to do a good job. I bought a different brand of pump because it was cheaper. It works well, but the fit on the valves is a little tight, so I recommend you purchase the Advanced elements brand pump. Read the instructions before unpacking. Follow the instructions. With the presure right, the inside acts as a backrest, and the paddling effort is ok. If it is too soft, no back support, and paddleing is rather slow. Follow the instructions, and it is a nice compromise of cost, convenient storage, and efficiency. You will need a pump. This has a separate air bladder and shell. The bladder requires some pressure to make the boat still, and you cannot blow enough pressure with your lungs to do a good job. I bought a different brand of pump because it was cheaper. It works well, but the fit on the valves is a little tight, so I recommend you purchase the Advanced elements brand pump. Read the instructions before unpacking. Follow the instructions. With the presure right, the inside acts as a backrest, and the paddling effort is ok. If it is too soft, no back support, and paddleing is rather slow.... » Read More You will need a pump. This has a separate air bladder and shell. The bladder requires some pressure to make the boat still, and you cannot blow enough pressure with your lungs to do a good job. I bought a different brand of pump because it was cheaper. It works well, but the fit on the valves is a little tight, so I recommend you purchase the Advanced elements brand pump. Read the instructions before unpacking. Follow the instructions. With the presure right, the inside acts as a backrest, and the paddling effort is ok. If it is too soft, no back support, and paddleing is rather slow. Follow the instructions, and it is a nice compromise of cost, convenient storage, and efficiency. « Show Less
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It looks like this thread died. Does anyone out there have suggestions on how to deflate and roll this? I'm a single female weighing about 130 pounds and I've had no success. I have sat on it, stood on it, lain on it, squeezed it, put cement blocks on the ends... nothing is working. Help!
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The last few (12-15) psi are difficult to pump by hand. I am 5'9 170lbs and have to use all my weight. I will say once it's pumped up, it is a GREAT board!! Very satisfied!
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It is a little tricky, I weigh 165# and rode it just prove I could to my 125# daughter who said that couldn't, how ever my 180 # son sunk 1st one end and then the other to every ones amusement but his. I have never ridden a larger SUP, but at 165# I think I'll be able to paddle it all I want to., hope this helps.Lewis Kennedy
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Karen, I have purchased several of this paddle and kayak about 3-4 times a week. Love the paddle. I just got on the scale and the weight is just under 3 lbs. I have tried all kinds of paddles and this is my preferred paddle. Hope this helps and that you have many wonderful days on the water.
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Great device! Here is the deal. The pump can be set from 8 kPa to 80 kPa. If you do the conversion that means it has a range of 1.16 PSI to 11.60 PSI. You set the desired kPa (obviously after you understand your converted PSI). The pump will work at high speed to get the bulk of the item inflated. It then shifts into low gear to get the last bit inflated and automatically shuts off when it reaches the target setting. I use it for a tender and a SUP and it works great. The other hidden benefit though is that you can put the hose on the pump air intake rather than outflow when you need to deflate the item. This allows you to get all of the air out and fold the item like it was when you first bought it. Great device! Here is the deal. The pump can be set from 8 kPa to 80 kPa. If you do the conversion that means it has a range of 1.16 PSI to 11.60 PSI. You set the desired kPa (obviously after you understand your converted PSI). The pump will work at high speed to get the bulk of the item inflated. It then shifts into low gear to get the last bit inflated and automatically shuts off when it reaches the target setting. I use it for a tender and a SUP and it works great. The other hidden benefit though is that you can put the hose on the pump air intake rather than outflow when you need to... » Read More Great device! Here is the deal. The pump can be set from 8 kPa to 80 kPa. If you do the conversion that means it has a range of 1.16 PSI to 11.60 PSI. You set the desired kPa (obviously after you understand your converted PSI). The pump will work at high speed to get the bulk of the item inflated. It then shifts into low gear to get the last bit inflated and automatically shuts off when it reaches the target setting. I use it for a tender and a SUP and it works great. The other hidden benefit though is that you can put the hose on the pump air intake rather than outflow when you need to deflate the item. This allows you to get all of the air out and fold the item like it was when you first bought it. « Show Less