We are massive fans of Micro Scooters and whilst I was searching for the perfect scooter for Sebby’s birthday, I discovered something surprising.
Micro Scooters make and sell Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Boards (iSUPs).
My husband and I fell in love with the sport last year when we tried our hand at it with Fore Adventure in Studland, so much so I bought him one for his birthday.
The only problem was, the kids fell in love with it too, so it quickly became apparent that we needed another one.
The new Micro Inflatable Stand Up Paddleboard is perfect for both adults and children to use.
When buying an iSUP, it is important to know what you plan to use it for, your budget, how much weight it will need to carry and how much room you have in the car.
The wider, longer and thicker the board, the more volume and weight capacity it will have and beginner paddlers like us, need a board with more volume as well as thickness because this provides additional stability and can support more weight.
The Micro Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board can carry weights of up to 120kg, so perfect for family use as you can have an adult and a child on board with no problem.
The thing that surprised us most about these boards is how light they are – just 5.2kg. I struggle to lift our other board, but can easily carry the Micro board on my own.
It’s unique design also means that the whole kit, once deflated, can be folded down into its carry bag, which is half the size of our other one.
Inside the bag is the iSUP, Fin, Pump-Bag, Nano-Pump, Carry-Belt & Leash and Repair-Kit. The paddles were sent separately.
I will admit that we do cheat and use an electric pump from Decathlon to inflate them, as we have three to do and it is a good work-out inflating them by hand – each one takes around 5 minutes.
We have used the boards on both the sea and the river and have found them very stable in both conditions.
Because they are so light, they are easy to manoeuvre, although we did find that we did have to work a bit harder to stop going off course in Studland, as it was a breezy day.
The boards are really easy to deflate and fold too. I push the air from the front and start to fold as it deflates, which helps push the air back out again.
If you are thinking about trying the sport, I highly recommend you take a paddle boarding lesson first, as they take you through the basics, show you how to paddle and turn and talk to you about safety.
I am looking forward to exploring farther afield once the kids are back at school.
The Micro Stand Up Paddle Boards are available directly from www.micro-scooters.co.uk and cost £799.95 each.
Disclaimer: We were sent the Micro Stand Up Paddle Boards for the purpose of a review. All thoughts and opinions are our own.
This looks great! I would have been all over this as a kid! Any reason to get out onto the water!
This sounds like a really fun sport to try out, especially in the warmer months!
It sounds like a great board and it sounds like you are getting plenty of use out of it. What a fab sport to get involved with.
This is so much fun! I’ve done paddle boarding before and it was a fantastic time.
Wow these look like so much fun. I have to keep these in mind for next summer!
Excellent advise to take into consideration when buying an iSUP. As you mentioned, it is important to know what we plan to use it for, our budget, how much weight it will need to carry and how much room is in the car.
Yours looks great! It looks like a fun sport.
This looks like so much fun but I’d definitely be falling into the water loads as I have no balance at all x
We have never tried paddleboarding before, it looks like good fun. We are big fans of Micro scooters and I had no idea they made other things like these it sounds great and ideal for families x
This looks like such good fun! My kids love water sports and I think next year when Harry is a little stronger with his swimming we will enjoy it!
I love that once deflated, it can be folded down into its carry bag, which is half the size, so portable and convenient to use.
I love stand up paddle boards. Where I’m from, I never would have thought about buying one, we just rent, but this is a great idea!!
I’ve always wanted to try this, such a fun experience! These look like a great activity for the entire family.
These look great boards – I have never seen so many people taking part in stand up paddling boards as this summer, it is so popular! Kaz
Oh wow I had no idea that they made these. Alice did paddle boarding on holiday and she is really keen to keep doing it.
How nice. This looks really cool and relaxing. I would love to try this out soon.
Is there anything better than outdoor family experiences?
What a fantastic review of the micro stand up paddle board. A few f my friends are into paddle boarding and I know they are looking for a new board, will be sharing this with them
I really want to try this sometime. They look great for being able to take them in the car easily
paddleboarding aways looks like fun! maybe i’ll try it sometime
I am sold on this, I do love that I can fold it and store it pretty easily, absolutely loving this.
I have never tried that activity with my kids. Doing this looks like a lot of fun and I am sure my kids will love it.
Ooh paddle boarding is such a fun activity! This looks like a good one for the kids. I would love to go back out to the lakes.
Those look so cool. I think the foldable effect is such a smart idea too. I’m definately thinking about this one, thanks
This looks like a a great product! I’d like to try it out, I enjoyed paddle boarding in the Bahamas.
I’ve been following your fun paddle boarding via social media. I never knew that Micro sold paddle boards, but it looks amazing
Oh wow, what a fun and great experience. Neer tries paddle boarding and this sounds like an awesome activity with the kids.
We love Micro Scooters and I have a scooter but these paddle boards look amazing! I’m thinking of taking it up on the River Hamble!
Oh wow, I thought this was an experience you may have bought but just realised you actually now own your own paddle board? How cool
These look awesome, bit out of our price range unfortunately
Love the look of these inflatable boards, so practical the way they store.
Wow, these are EPIC, love the colour, but too pricey for us!
Riding paddle boards are awesome. Its a regular part of my lake tips. Basically my sis loves to ride it herself. This Micro Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board blows my mind although bit expensive. Will try it next time.
Sounds great and full of fun. Thanks for sharing.
A paddle boarding can be a great stress reliever due to the sedative nature of the water around you and the ability to make the action all about you. Not to mention, falling off the board can give you a serious adrenaline rush to push off any stressful feelings.
This is a good a good article. Keep it up.