Gliding across a still lake at sunrise, following a cove with the family, exploring a river at your own pace: stand up paddleboarding has won over thousands of people in just a few years. Accessible, fun and relaxing, it can be enjoyed almost anywhere there is calm water.
But when it’s time to take the plunge, one question always comes up: which board should you choose? Hard or inflatable? What size? Which brand? At HANA Outdoors, we design our boards to make the answer simple. Here is why a HANA inflatable stand up paddle board is an excellent choice, whether you are just starting out or looking for a reliable board for the whole family.
Inflatable means freedom
An inflatable board takes you where a hard board can’t go: in the boot of a small car, on the train, at the back of a flat’s cupboard. That is what makes it the best choice for the vast majority of leisure paddlers.
- Easy to carry: deflated and rolled up, the HANA board fits in a padded 90 × 45 × 30 cm backpack, included in the pack. Carry it on your back to the water’s edge, even at the end of a footpath.
- Easy to store: no need for a garage or a wall rack. A corner of a cupboard is enough for the winter.
- Light: around 8 kg for the board alone, so you can launch it without help.
- More forgiving: an inflatable board handles a rock, a pontoon or a fall better than a hard board. And it is gentler on your knees… and on the children climbing onto it.
- Stiff once inflated: inflated to the right pressure, a quality board feels almost as stable as a hard board. It all comes down to construction, and that is where HANA makes the difference.
What makes HANA different
Not all inflatable boards are equal. Our HANA California boards are designed to be stable, stiff and ready to use from day one.
Stiff, durable construction
HANA California boards are 15 cm thick and built with our HANA Super Stitch construction and heat-welded rails. The result: a board that doesn’t “bend” under your feet and keeps its shape outing after outing. Inflated to between 15 and 18 PSI, it gives you a firm, reassuring base.
Stability for everyone
At 81.5 cm wide for the 10’2 and 84 cm for the 11’2, our boards are wide and stable. The 3 mm EVA deck pad gives good grip underfoot, even when wet. Enough to stand up with confidence from your very first outing.
A complete pack, ready to go
No unpleasant surprises when you open the box: everything is included so you can get on the water straight away.
- 3-piece aluminium paddle, adjustable from 170 to 210 cm, with anti-twist system
- Double-action pump with pressure gauge
- 10-foot safety leash
- 9” Slide Fin, tool-free fitting
- Padded carry backpack
- Repair kit (PVC patches and valve wrench)
Versatile: paddle board… and kayak
Four D-rings let you attach a kayak seat (sold separately). Add a double-blade paddle and your board turns into a kayak, ideal for long outings or to rest your legs.
Repairable and durable
A repair kit is included, and spare parts are available. A board you can repair is a board you keep for a long time.
A recognised French brand
HANA Outdoors is a French company that designs water leisure equipment. In 2025, HANA Outdoors received the TotalSUP Award “iSUP / Leisure Brand of the Year”, recognising the quality of our leisure inflatable boards.
Who is it for?
HANA California boards are designed for leisure stand up paddleboarding on lakes, calm rivers or calm sea close to the shore.
- Beginners: wide, stable and easy to steer, they let you stand up on your first outing and progress with confidence.
- Families: a sturdy board, soft if you fall, and able to carry a child at the front (up to 160 kg maximum load for the 11’2).
- Touring and exploring: following a coastline, paddling up a quiet river, picnicking on a secluded beach.
- Travellers and holidaymakers: a backpack that slips into the car boot, the campervan or even the train, so you can take your board anywhere.
Whatever you do, always wear a buoyancy aid and attach the leash provided.
10’2 or 11’2: which one to choose?
The HANA California range comes in two sizes. The 10’2 is the most compact and manoeuvrable; the 11’2 glides better, tracks straighter and suits larger riders, or even two people.
| HANA California 10’2 | HANA California 11’2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 310 cm | 340 cm |
| Width | 81.5 cm | 84 cm |
| Thickness | 15 cm | 15 cm |
| Volume | 300 L | 340 L |
| Board weight | ≈ 7.9 kg | ≈ 8.4 kg |
| Maximum load | 140 kg | 160 kg |
| Ideal for | Beginners, light to medium builds | Larger riders, paddling for two, more glide |
| Price (complete pack) | €349.99 | €399.99 |
The 2026 model comes in four colours: Navy, Peach, Mint and Olive. The 2027 model, expected in February 2027, adds Lemon and Purple.
Our advice: if you paddle alone and have a light to medium build, the HANA California 10’2 will be the easiest to carry and handle. If you weigh more than 80–90 kg, want to take a child along or plan longer outings, go for the HANA California 11’2.
Ready to set off?
Choosing a HANA inflatable stand up paddle board means choosing a stable, stiff board delivered with everything you need, designed by an award-winning French brand. Easy to carry, simple to store and built to last, it will be with you from your first outing to your greatest adventures.
Discover the HANA California range now and complete your kit with our life jackets, wetsuits and waterproof pouches. A question about choosing your board? Contact us, we’ll be happy to help.
See you on the water!