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BEFORE LEAVING THE SHORE
Make sure your drain plug is secure. The drain plug is located at the rear of the deck.
Passengers should always wear a Personal Flotation Device.
Check for wind conditions, currents or wave conditions that would make it difficult to paddle back.
Always let someone know of your paddling plans, your paddling location, and when you expect to return.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your paddleboard is designed to require minimal maintenance, and a little timely care will ensure a lifetime of enjoyment. Whenever
you wash your paddleboard, use mild soap and water. Rinse your paddleboard and hardware thoroughly after paddling in salt,
brackish or polluted water.
Occasional operational checkups will keep your paddleboard in tip top condition. Give your hull and deck a thorough review
annually. Light nicks, scratches and scrapes are part of the paddling experiences, but deep scratches should be repaired.
Polyethylene is a somewhat flexible material with some memory. This means it has a tendency to return to its original molded
shape if distorted. If this occurs, follow these steps:
1. Relieve the pressure that caused the dent or distortion by supporting the boat differently or removing the gear.
2. Place the paddleboard in the warm sun. Usually the south side of the building is the warmest spot. As the paddleboard warms
up, usually (but not always) the paddleboard will return to its original molded shape. This may take a few hours or a couple of
weeks depending upon outside temperatures and the degree of distortion.
