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SUP Pumps – Hand Pumps, Electric Pumps and Compressors
A SUP pump is what you use to inflate your inflatable paddle board to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer. Only a properly inflated board is stiff, stable and glides well. You can choose between a hand pump that needs no power and an electric pump or compressor that inflates the board for you while you get changed.
Our range includes double-chamber hand pumps with a pressure gauge, 12 V compressors up to 16 and 20 psi, and a SUP compressor with a built-in battery. They also work for inflatable kayaks, boats and air mattresses.
Which SUP Pump Should I Choose?
| Where and how | What to choose |
|---|---|
| Occasional paddling, no car | double-chamber hand pump with a gauge |
| Inflating at the car | electric compressor for the 12 V socket |
| Far from the car or a socket | battery-powered SUP compressor |
| Double-layer board above 16 psi | 20 psi compressor or a double-chamber hand pump |
| Several boards or a family | compressor + hand pump as a backup |
Hand Pumps and Double-Chamber SUP Pumps
A hand pump is light, always works and needs no power. A good hand pump has a pressure gauge so you can see the pressure as you go.
- Single action – pushes air only when you press the handle down. Slower, but easier at high pressure.
- Double action – pushes air on both the down stroke and the up stroke, so it inflates faster.
- Double-chamber pump – at first you inflate with both chambers at once and fill the volume quickly. When it gets harder, at around 6–8 psi, you switch to one chamber and reach the final pressure with less effort.
When pumping, stand on the footplate, keep your arms straight and push with your body weight, not just your arms. That way you put less strain on your back.
Electric SUP Pumps and Compressors
An electric SUP pump or compressor inflates your board without effort. Set the target pressure on the display and switch it on. Once it reaches the set pressure, it switches off automatically. Meanwhile you can get changed and get your paddle and gear ready.
- 12 V SUP compressor – plugs into your car's socket. It's light and handy but needs the car nearby. Keep the engine running while inflating so you don't drain the battery.
- Battery-powered SUP compressor – has a built-in rechargeable battery, so you can inflate on the beach, by the lake or on a jetty, far from the car. Our battery compressor inflates up to 3 boards on one charge, and you can charge it at home or in the car.
16 psi or 20 psi SUP Compressor?
Your compressor should reach at least the pressure your board manufacturer recommends, ideally with a little to spare. The recommended pressure is printed next to the valve or in the manual.
| Board | Recommended pressure and compressor |
|---|---|
| Single-layer (most recreational and family boards) | around 12–15 psi + compressor up to 16 psi |
| Double-layer (touring and race boards) | around 15–20 psi + compressor up to 20 psi |
A 16 psi compressor is lighter and quickly inflates most recreational boards. The 20 psi compressor is a two-stage model: it first fills the board's volume with high airflow, then switches to high pressure, so it also suits stiffer double-layer boards.
How to Inflate a SUP Correctly
- Unroll the board on a clean surface with no stones.
- Check that the valve is in the closed position (the pin is up).
- Screw the pump hose onto the valve.
- Inflate to the recommended pressure, watching the gauge or display.
- Unscrew the hose and screw the cap back onto the valve.
An under-inflated board flexes and feels unstable, while an over-inflated one strains the seams. Never exceed the maximum pressure stated by the manufacturer.
Adapters for Inflating and Deflating
A compressor adapter lets you inflate your board with any Schrader-valve compressor, for example at a petrol station. A dual pump adapter lets two people inflate at once or combine a hand pump with a compressor. A silent deflation adapter takes the loud blast out of letting the air out. You'll find them all in our SUP mounts and adapters.
Which Pump Is Right for You?
- hand pump – for occasional paddlers, anyone travelling by train or bike, and as a reliable backup,
- 12 V compressor – for anyone inflating at the car who wants to save their energy for paddling,
- battery compressor – for paddlers who carry their board to the water or inflate on jetties and at campsites,
- 20 psi compressor – for owners of double-layer touring and race boards.
How to Care for Your SUP Pump
Don't leave your pump in the sun after use, and keep sand out of the hose and nozzle. Store your compressor somewhere dry and never submerge it. Before storing a battery compressor for a long time, charge it to about half so the battery doesn't lose capacity. Spare seals and valves are in our SUP spare parts.
Related categories
SUP accessories · SUP mounts & adapters · SUP spare parts · SUP boards · Wing pumps