Nautical, iRocker and Blackfin / inflatable paddleboard range overview 

I never stress equipment or brands. When I start any new activity I will buy minimal gear and the cheapest I can fine. If I enjoy the activity or love it as I do Paddle Boarding, I upgrade to the best value product I am willing to pay for and that will fit my specific need. They ways that people use paddle boards is so different each product will serve different individuals best. Great work at making the this distinction in the model choices. Happy Paddling!

I have the black fin model XL 2020 that thing is a beast. I’m 6’1” around 250lbs and that thing is rigid on the water.

My review of the 11'6" Nautical. Ive paddled about 30km+ so far mostly open ocean, island to island through big chop. 5'9" 145lbs athletic male Build quality is great. The front n rear handles are a must when loading into the water. My middle fin couldnt lock in place at first, it was literally just 2mm too thick in one spot to slot in securely. So i just shaved off that 2mm and it slotted in just fine. Other than that, all seams were perfect, it feels great and firm in the water. Performance. I took it on a glass water lake and had a friend join me (total weight on board 300lbs) and it was great! Such a cruiser on calm conditions. But i like to ride open ocean and eventually want to do white water river runs. In open ocean chop with some rolling waves 3-6ft high this was a dream. I caught a few waves and felt super stable as long as i was using good technique. Even though its not a touring board, it cuts through chop head on well enough. But does suffer from the round head getting sucked to the water surface and slapping in rough rolling conditions (many iSUPS suffer from this) i may adjust my technique more. It also catches a few waves pretty decently. Step back turns are a bit harder because of the length and size but doable. I will note, due to rear bungee placement, if you have anything strapped down back there you cant make a step back turn as easy if youre trying to be sporty. It also doesnt feel the best because youre standing on bungees when doing a step back, but this isnt meant to be super sporty (that won't stop me from trying) The bungees are great quality and im so excited to gear up some wet bags and go out for an expedition! But i will remove the 2 side fins and go for a longer main one for that speed bonus, the Nautical has a great glide and id like to max that out. The bag is good quality, it does chafe around the neck if you dont utilize the waist strap enough so my plans to hike up to mountain lakes may need some adjusting. Hand pumping gets a lot easier once you learn the technique (yes there is a technique bahahaha). I used to have to take 2 breaks and pumping would take 5/6 minutes, now it takes me about 3.5 minutes non stop. Overall, id easily recommend it. I was deciding between the Nautical and the Sport. I may see if there is somewhere i can test drive the Sport version as im loving the one i have now! If you have any questions lemme know!

Looked for BlackFin XL, nowhere to be found. It's a great fucking world we are living in... Love your video, hate this world. :)

Solid review - thanks! Am definitely considering the blackfin for a fishing sup.

Thank you for this video. Very informative. I chose the Nautical for my daughter. We took it out on the bay and it was amazing! We packed a lunch, towels and blanket in our 30L dry bag and headed for a less populated beach spot. Our combined weight is 235 lbs and we had no trouble with the board. We took turns paddling while the other sat/laid-back on the board. I know she will have many more years of fun on this board! I'm thinking I need the Blackfin-X for me and my husband! Thanks again!

The comparisons as well as explanation of the weight differences is fantastic! Thank you!!

I brought an iRocker all round 11 early last year -UK- (im 6ft 2 and 100kg so needed a larger board + loads of storage space for dry bags for a good day out) - its bloody brilliant and really well made and pretty tough and good quality accessories - was more than i wanted to spend originally but glad i did - well worth the money and great service from iRocker. If i was buying again id probably still go qith the mid range iRocker - does everything i want to.

THE 2022 ultra boards from irocker are horrible !!!! Super wobbly . Way to light !! My aqua plus off Amazon is way better !

I am looking to get the black fin xl. Do the boards have a holder for the oar when you’re not using it?

Hello! Im looking to get a paddleboard and the kayak conversion kit BUT i enjoy yoga and would be interested in a board that I could do paddleboard yoga on as well.. im 5'9 about 190lbs. Do you have a recommendation?!

iSUP is very good for water recreation, I hope there is a delivery for Russia....good evening...

Best review I’ve found. I’m 6ft 4in and 300 pounds. I need a stable board that I can tour and light fish also want to put Larry chair on it. Trying to decide on the x or xl black fin which size and board do you recommend and also is the irocker board a good option for me? Thanks

Great video, very informative, thanks. After much deliberation about which board I should get for the family’s first isup, I have settled on the Nautical.

Fantastic video I am currently in the market for an inflatable and I’m trying to choose between a boat areal flood or The iRocker all around 11 have you done a comparison on those

Hi there brilliant video mate I’m just wondering what paddle board would be best for my 2 kids so they can both go on it and have fun and that I can also use to go touring, Thanks for your help

We bought Blackfins as our very first board and LOVE them. They may be too much for what we need (we don't fish), but they are so stable, so pretty, take all our gear (kit). Could not be happier with them.

Great video. Considering the iRocker All Around 11' for my first board. This really helped inform my decision.

Rediculous they chino out on the nautical pump … the irocker aa pump is not much better .

I’ve been told by customer services being a newbie I should get irocker 10 6 I will have my granddaughter onboard or my dog before I purchase could you offer your suggestions as I have saved up so it’s important to get the right one generally I’ll just paddle either sea or river many thanks

These are way cheaper in USA it isn't fair.

I’m not into the kayak thing or the fishing thing at all so what I’m going to be into is camping in long distance Tyrrhenian I will also be getting my certification so I can teach you how to give lessons for Paddleboard, and what one would you recommend remember I’m gonna be doing a lot of camping in a lot of that type of stuff hopefully guiding you bringing people on trips

Great review , I have been wanting to try paddle boarding for quite some time . 2022 may be the year !

Very informative, I am in the market right now. The Nautical has a new 11'6" 32" 6" model. I am 6' 205 and I have been hearing that the 10'6" will be too small. I am new to SUP, can you tell me for my first board, if I am better on the 11'6", 10'6" or I won't see a difference. Not doing anything crazy. mostly calm ponds and rivers. the 11 all around is awesome, I am not sure I want to spend the extra $200, is it worth it for a new to the sport person?

Brilliant review!!! Thank you for a great informative effort. It will be the iRocker for me...

You guys should be calling them on the telephone and send emails to them once a month different times during the month is really going to push that you know tell them that your customers are talking about it

So basically nautical is their form of practice crap ….

If Blackfin is part of the iRocker models. Why they are separated in this comparison?

Just the review I've been looking for. Thankyou.

Have you tried SUP Ball yet ? According to the internet, Stand Up Paddle Ball is a combination of netball, water polo, lacrosse, and rugby .. probably easier just to say football (soccer) on water. It has come to the UK now, from Australia, where the sport originated and looks like fun. Regards from the UK

A little bit beyond some of my budget. Nautical looks good at £9 outside of the upper budget. I have a £200/£400 budget. I am intrigued by this option.

The entire board is runner and plastic come on .

Great video. I just took my first iRocker out yesterday. The Nautical 10’ “6 in Blue. We also grabbed the iRocker All-Around 11’ in grey, which we hope to get out of its box this weekend. So far I’m not sure 10’ 6” is long enough for us.

how do you clean the bottom after being in saltwater ?

My blackfin xl did not come with pump or bag… all add ons.

Excellent review. Thanks.

Thorough review. Thank you but every time I hear someone say “to be honest with you”, I immediately think they’re lying

Blackfin has been recalled, have you not heard?

And the black Finn’s are all recalled !

I'm just getting into the sport. But planning to buy my first board. I'm 6 ft but weight 150 pounds. Would the Blackfin XL be too much as it can go up to 435 pounds? or should I go for the IRocker? Definitely looking for suggestions.

I live in South Florida and just bought a Blackfin X... Still waiting on delivery, should be here Wed. ... While ordering I found out they were offering the Kayak kit with the purchase at no additional charge... I thought that was pretty cool... Getting a lot more than I expected but that's a good thing...Excited to get out on the water with it... Appreciate the video... Helps with understanding what I'm getting into...

I'm 6'3", 240-250lbs, and 65 yrs. old. I'm looking to buy a new board that is stable for a big guy but also has some speed. I need to keep up with my better half who's on a 12'6"x27"x6" race board. I'm thinking the iRock 11' All-Around would be a good choice. What are your recommendations? Also, what are your thoughts about a 5" thick board vs a 6" thick board for me? Would there be much of a difference? I've read that for tall riders, 6" might raise the center of gravity too much and make the board feel "tippy". Thanks.

Would you have any idea why Nautical 10'6"x 32"x 6" board is listed at 221L volume, while the Aqua Marina Beast (same dimensions) is listed at 300L?

The paddle paint came off in one day.

Got my 10,6 today and i am Not happy at all. First the pump did not fit right into the ventil so the air leaves. Then the middle fin did not fit in,cant use it.(means cant use the Board) Maybe its only on my Board But i send it back and buy a bluefin instead!

So I'm a teen girl that's 5'2 and 140 at her heaviest. I was going to ask my parents for the Nautical for the cheaper price range. I certainly don't plan to be on my SUP all day every day, so I thought it would be a good fit. And if they tell me no, I can get a job and save up for it in a reasonable amount of time. Do you think it'll be a good fit for me?

The entire line is IROCKER !!!!

BLACK IS WAY TO HOT IN THE SUN!!!!!!! GET LIGHT COLOURS !!!

Perfect timing, just looking to buy an iRocker.

Hi do they have a weight limit? I’m 5’4” 200 lbs I’m just curious if it would be stable enough

I am new to paddle boarding, but I do have a kayak (for fishing mainly) so familiar with the workings. I am 5ft 3inches and 140 pounds. I like all of the features in the irocker and blackfin. I will be launching and landing from a dock. What would you suggest?

Excellent video, super detailed and finally ready to start paddle boarding, have only ever been paddle boarding once and me and my girlfriend are looking to buy 2 nautical paddle boards 2020 model and it seems they are out of stock everywhere, and chance you know where I could get a couple?

Brilliant clip. All the info I needed to make an informed choice. Very well narrated to. Thankyou.

Hey there, looking to get my first paddleboard. Looking for something for my dog and I, dog is about 60lbs and I am 135lbs. Live in BC so will do a combination of beaches and calmer lakes. Was hoping to not spend too much but been on my dad's red and really like that I was thinking the irocker but can't decide on what size or whether to wait and bite the bullet to get the blackfin.

Hello! Thanks for the review! I am a decent paddler, so I'd say for traditional use im at an intermediate level. I am interested in getting involved in surfing (maybe even windsurfing with an iRIG in the future). I'm 5'6 and like 90kgs, I'm looking between the iRocker All Around 10 vs the Nautical 10'6. Both I guess would suit me weight wise, but I am wondering if for surfing I should go for the better stiffness of the All Around 10 or do I need to get a longer board for my height? Would the 10'6 be more ideal due to my height?

Which board will withstand waves better from boats passing by or during the wake zone? Great video and informative!

But the manufacturer said the Black Fin XL weight capacity is 485lb

I have the cruiser 10 in orange of course :) The thing is a tank and great for fishing

Thank you for a brilliant video, looking to start this sport following a brilliant taster session, going to buy the Nautical board very soon.

Great review...is the Blackfin XL your top isup fishing choice or something else?

My wife’s board is the irocker all around 11. She loves it. Weird thing is those action mounts. They are m8 threads but hardly anything uses those

iRocker sent these things to everyone huh?

I'm a fat guy 295 6'1ft just looking to get into the sport I have $500 I would like to set it up for fishing mainly but would like to try sup camping. I'm currently looking at the famistar 12x32x6 it says it can handle 395lbs or what do you think

I spent over a thousand dollars on a blackfin xl at the beginning of the pandemic. I've enjoyed the board bit over the last year the glue has failed in multiple places on the deck and in the seams. Considering it was made in crazy times I can forgive receiving a flawed product, what I can't forgive is Irockers refusal to make it right. When I contacted customer support about the problem they sent me glue. When I told them I was unhappy with having the customer fix manufacturing defects on a board that is less than a year old they sent me an email telling me how to apply the glue and that they were sorry I felt that way. They didn't even offer to have me send them my board so they could fix it.

Can't make my mind up between blackfin XL or bluefin cruise carbon 12 foot. Do you have any suggestions. Cheers.

Very helpful! Thank you! 🌺

Thank you great info

Best board for paddling with my dog? I'm 250lb he's 50lb. I want something that can be used for beginner surfing too!

Thank you for this detailed overview. It will assist us in making our final decision on which board to purchase.

What color is that blackfin?I couldnt decide on their website.it looks great on this video.

Thanks for all your reviews first of all. I want to buy a paddle board and I feel a bit lost. Consider me a starter who wants to go to calm waters and even chill slowly with 2 people, but at the same time start to test my taste for sup surfing in 1 meter waves. Would nautical do the work? Or even a cheaper board would do the work? Thanks

Good video. Will be buying my first SUP and wanted a step up from all the $250 boards. Blackfin probably overkill for me at this point but I'll look at the other two.

I have 2 blackfins...and my GF & I love them.

That’s was a very open and clarification review ! Some points I would like to complain as wrapped in plastic thing and the aluminum paddle ! As starboard always packed with card boards , the other brands must change their minds about that ! And us , the customers , must push them in the direction to avoid plastic . Other suggestion is that they would offer how to chose a different paddle material , if you want - because at the end is more material to discard in the future ! Is there some brand that came without a paddle ? It might be better in the future ! And about the bags - they also always try to offer a better quality and recycled materials ! Thanks again for your review and please take account of these comments as you are more closely to the brands ! Best Regards and Keep Paddling and safe ! Fabio Souza

Great video! Thanks :D

Would the iRocker or the Blackfin be better for Yoga?

Very good review! Thanks!

helpful review！

How much of a difference is the 10'6" vs the 11' cruiser?

This was very helpful, thank you!

What's the most durable and resistant isup brand in the market?

Super comparison.

Great review! I'm trying to purchase the irocker cruiser but its sold out. Do you know where I can buy it in Europe?

Is there a hydrofoil attachment for Nautical?

Blackfin, not blackfish

what brands of isup boards are the stiffest?

Awesome review thank you

Thanks for an honest review in a time where so many reviewers just seem to push every board just for an affiliate sale. I'm really looking at the iRocker, but I was having trouble finding information about the company. I saw your video on Red Paddle and love to see the people behind the scenes as it feels more direct and personal, but I couldn't really find any info on iRocker's background. Have you had positive interactions with them? You mentioned their use heavy use of plastic packaging, and that seems a bit ignorant considering their industry and that they should strive to be respectful of the joy the precious waters give us. I'd consider Red Paddle as I got a good vibe from them, but their boards are beyond my budget unfortunately.

great advertisement!

Great video! This was the most informative iSUP video I have seen since I started looking for a new board when mine exploded(seam split) My previous board was a JP Aus Adventurair. 12'6x36x6. Slower on the water but super stable for myself and my dog. We paddled every weekend. I'm 6'2 290lbs. Oscar is about 40lbs. I was thinking about getting the XL but not sure it can float us without losing stability or turning into a banana/taco. What are your thoughts? XL? Stick with a newer Adventurair? Any other suggestions for us? Thanks for your time and knowledge!!

Great info!

Thank you, young Hugh Grant 😛

I have a 2018 Blackfin Model X. I can highly recommend iRocker, very good quality boards. No faults yet in 2 years of regular sea use.

Thank you for comparing ALL 3 models of iRocker SUP👏 Really helpful to compare differences and evaluate my needs👏👏

Excellent video, just looking at purchasing an isup and wondering how these compare to the Bluefin Cruise or Bluefin Cruise Carbon? Interested in riding some waves and see you recommend a smaller board.