Paddle Board with Kayak Seat

Paddle Board with Kayak Seat: Is it right for you?

Most people consider stand-up paddle boarding a strenuous exercise as it involves standing while maneuvering the waves and laps of water with paddles.

However, the recent introduction of a kayak seat into this sporting activity paves the way for a more low-impact activity that still provides the thrills of using a paddleboard. Think of it as the combination of kayaking and paddle boarding in one. 

Why Add a Kayak Seat?

One reason kayak seats are a widely acceptable change for individuals are if someone wants to join this sporting activity but cannot, due to one physical factor or the other. Perhaps you find it difficult to stand for too long.

It is also the perfect choice for taking a rest when you’d like to have a seat after long hours of standing on your paddle board. So it can be handy for long journeys.

Other than these, attaching a kayak seat to your paddle board provides additional advantages like providing a means of storage while using your paddle board and a means to wait out tough waves while still enjoying your scenery.

Thinking of taking your child out on the paddleboard? These kayak seats, plus a few added supports, are a great way to have your child seated on the board while you take control. 

Check out how easy it is to set up a kayak seat on your paddle board:

Types of Paddle Board Kayak Seats

There are various types of kayak seats and they vary not only with brand names but designs and materials that they are made from amongst others.

Inflatable and Foam

Ultimately, there are two types of kayak seats for your stand-up paddleboards; the inflatable paddle board kayak seat and foam paddle board kayak seat.

The key difference between these two, of course, is simply the materials they are made from. The inflatable paddleboard kayak seat is made from waterproof materials and hence, will not soak up water while you cruise the ocean.

The foam paddle board seat on the other hand soaks up water from splashes. While this is a downside, it is however very comfortable to sit on. 

Popular Brands of Paddle Boards Seats

Depending on the brand and quality of materials your kayak seat is made from, kayak seats can be durable, good for the back, adjustable, and comfortable.

A good example of inflatable kayak seats is the iROCKER inflatable paddle board kayak seat which is an adjustable and extremely durable design. For the Foam kayak seat, the BlueFin Cruise paddle board brand kayak seat is highly favored for its comfort. Check out the review below.

Some other kayak seats for your SUP board include the SereneLife seat, MantaGlider seat, Freein Premium, and JFL Detachable SUP Seat. When picking a seat to trust, it is important to get the best quality you can find. 

Setting up a Kayak Seat on a Paddle Board

Kayak seats can easily be set up in very few steps. To set up your kayak seats on your stand-up paddleboard, simply:

• Inflate your board to full capacity using your pump 
• Center your board and place the kayak seat near the middle, where you will normally sit or kneel on your board
• Take note of the four D-rings on your board. These are where the seat will the strapped
• Take the two front strap of the seat and clip them to the D-rings at the front
• Clip the other straps at the back of the seat the to D-rings at the back
• Test your seat and make adjustments if necessary