Leak Detection
If you are losing air pressure at a faster than normal rate (a few PSI every few days due to temperature
changes) then you should check the board for leaks. Begin by inspecting the valve. It is uncommon for the
valve to spring a leak but if you have determined that your valve is leaking, we can send you a replacement
valve. Locating a leak in the valve is easy. When the board is fully inflated, us a spray bottle filled with soapy
water and spray all around the valve. If you see bubbles forming you make sure you have secured the valve
cap properly. If the valve cap is secure and you are still seeing bubbles forming it is time to call and order a
replacement valve. Replacement of the valve can be done with a simple tool that comes with the
replacement valve.
If you have determined that your valve is not leaking and you are still losing air pressure at a faster than
normal rate then you probably have a small puncture in the skin of your board. Use the same spray bottle
technique to locate the leak. If you are having trouble locating the leak with the spray bottle simply inflate the
board to maximum air pressure and listen for the leak. You should be able to hear the air escaping from the
board. Once you have narrowed down the area of the leak use the spray bottle to find the exact location of
the puncture.
Repairing your Stand Up Paddle Board
Very small punctures less than 1/8 of an inch in size can be repaired very simply and permanently without a
patch. Deflate the board and clean the air very well. Make sure the area is free of any sand or dirt and is dry.
Apply a small drop of glue to the puncture are and let dry for a minimum of 12 hours.
For punctures greater in area than 1/8 of an inch in size, you will need to use the included repair kit to patch
the area. First, cut a piece of the repair material large enough to cover and overlap the puncture by about
½ of an inch and round off the edges. Next, apply the repair glue to one side of the repair material you just
cut out and also onto the area of the board that is being repaired. Be careful not to use too much glue as
to interfere with the seal you are creating. Allow 2-4 minutes for the glue to become tacky and then apply
to the patch on to the puncture. Take a small weight of about 3-5 pounds and place over the patch to apply
pressure for 12 hours. After the repair patch has completely dried, you can now apply a small amount of glue
around the edges of the patch for a complete seal. Allow this glue to dry for approximately 4 hours.
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