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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stand-up paddle boarding is a dangerous sport. Using this product will expose the user to
unexpected risks, dangers and hazards.
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ALWAYS
use extreme caution when using this product. Acting in a careless manner or
misusing the product may result in serious injury or death.
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Consult your physician before using a Stand-Up Paddle Board (SUP). Use this product only if
you are in good physical health. User must know how to swim.
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DO NOT
exceed the SUP weight capacity. Proper distribution of weight is necessary to ensure
proper balance and performance.
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Users are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others when using this product.
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Check your local city and state laws and ordinances for licensing rules.
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Users of this product must be 18 years of age or must have a legal guardian read these
warnings and safety precautions. Do not use this product without adult supervision.
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DO NOT
use this product while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medications.
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THIS IS NOT A LIFESAVING DEVICE
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Before using this product, take lessons from a certified school.
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Users must wear a Coast Guard Approved personal flotation device (PFD) at all times.
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A surf leash must be used at all times.
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Examine the surf leash after each use, and replace it with any sign of wear.
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Users should paddle with an experienced person when using this product.
SUP
USE AND CARE WEATHER CONDITIONS AND LOCATION
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Observe Coast Guard rules and regulations when using this product.
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Do not use this product in offshore wind conditions.
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Do not use this product in more than 10 knots of wind. Windy conditions may result in serious
injury or death.
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Caution should be used when carrying this product. Carrying the board in windy conditions may
result in serious injury to the users and other nearby.
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Do not use this product in thunderstorms and lightning conditions.
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Do not use the product in conditions that are beyond the user’s ability (examples, but not limited
to high surf, riptides, currents, or river rapids).
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Do not use this product near other boat traffic, or watercrafts.
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The US Coast Guard has ruled that any Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) used outside of the "surf
zone" is considered a watercraft. As such when in flat-water streams, lakes, rivers, bays, etc.
you must have a USCG approved Life Preserver (PFD) onboard your SUP for each passenger.
This "Rule" is being enforced by State and Local authorities nationwide as well. If you do not
have PFDs on board, you are subject to a fine. Additionally, ALWAYS WEAR A PFD WHEN IN
OR AROUND THE WATER ESPECIALLY WHEN SURFING OR SUPING.
