Certified instructor
Cole Reintsma
Board: DUAL 10'0"
A really fun take anywhere, and do anything board. I've done several whitewater paddles on it and the extra buoyancy really gives a nice lateral sway to feel your way through.
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Reviewers describe paddling Earth River SUP boards on flatwater, rivers, whitewater, surf, and coastal water, plus travel, SUP yoga, instruction, family and dog use, and high-turnover rental and school programs. The feedback below is grouped by board line. Within each line, feedback from certified instructors, schools, and fleets appears first, followed by owner reviews.
The DUAL line adds a separate outer PVC layer and a configurable fin system. It shows up most in feedback from instructors, river paddlers, and owners who are hard on gear.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0"
A really fun take anywhere, and do anything board. I've done several whitewater paddles on it and the extra buoyancy really gives a nice lateral sway to feel your way through.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0"
This board does everything I need it to do...From Montana lakes to Pennsylvania Rivers to New York Oceans, packing it with me as far as St. Lucia, Guatemala and Spain.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0"
It's perfect in whitewater and river surfing situations, can cut in some shaped ocean waves, and it's also great on flat water. Since ERS introduced it I rarely have taken a road trip without one.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0"
If you're looking for one board to fit all your needs, this is it! It's the Swiss army knife of inflatable paddle boards — a true 'quiver killer.'
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0" Code Red
The 10'0 Code Red is my choice for all-round teaching or just relaxing on flatwater but it will also hold its own surfing the big river waves.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0"
My preferred board in Whitewater that gets me through rapids and is fun catching small waves with. Forgiving in unpredictable water, yet light for attaining.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'0"
The ERS 10-0 is another personal favorite, one that is super fun on the river. Since I don't spend a ton of time in whitewater I like that it turns so quickly.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7"
The 10-7 Classic has really become my go-to board of choice, whether cruising under a Chateau or crushing some Whitewater Earth River SUP have come up with an all-round board which actually goes everywhere.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I had the opportunity to use the ERS V3 10-7 while leading numerous skills classes and instructor certification workshops...the ERS V3 10-7 has proved to be very resilient.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7"
This DUAL series can't be beat for 'feel' in the water. I've surfed the yellow variant of this board and used this one on several casual paddles exploring all of nature around my little pockets of water.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7"
This truly is a do anything board and really comes into its own as the ultimate all rounder in the ERS range. I've surfed with it, I've taken it through rapids, and I've put first time students on this board.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7" (classic colorway)
The classic ERS 10-7 shape with a killer color combination, and it's awesome! Beautiful glide, and just an exceptionally balanced board shape. A personal favorite of mine.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7"
The ultragrip deck and heel pads are a big help as I work to get my ocean legs back and make turns into the waves. The rolling backpack is a life-saver for travel.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'7"
This board is a beast. It's stable, tough, and handles anything you throw at it from rapids, wave riding, and even new students.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'9"
The 10-9 became my go-to instructional board in calm or easy moving water due to its stability and relative speed.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'9"
I really love the way it handles on flat water and keeps stable if it is a bit windy or choppy...I've paddled it to and from Peanut Island several times.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 10'9"
A beautifully balanced board that combines incredible stability and glide, without sacrificing any of the fun.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 12'6" GT
This ride is perfect for riders looking for a little speed on their next paddle. Compared to race boards the durability is unmatched.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 12'6" GT
An incredible touring shape...Fast, but also stable which helps in chop and a beautifully graded rocker...For distance it's an amazing ride that tracks like it's on a wire.
School / outdoor program
Board: DUAL 12'6"
If you're in the market for a fun inflatable touring SUP that performs extremely well and is backed by a solid warranty, the Earth River SUP 12-6 is a fantastic choice.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 12'6" GT
I use the 12-6 GT as my instructor board because it's fast and can hold an extra passenger or two without a problem.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 12'6"
Now that I'm land-locked again my favorite board is the ERS 12-6, which makes for easy transitions between mountain lakes and swiftly flowing rivers.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 12'6"
Love this giant for exploring the river and doing long distance runs. Despite its size it's fairly lightweight, and its stability makes it super fun in the rapids.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 9'6"
This is the board I spend most of my time riding and I take it everywhere! It's great on the beach when there is waves...I take it through the everglades and national parks.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 9'6" S3
This is one of the most fun boards in the ERS DUAL range...great on junky little surf as you can kick it around a bit with cutbacks and tricks on the small stuff.
Certified instructor
Board: DUAL 9'6"
The ERS V3 9'6 has given me easy use on both flat and moving water. The V3 is nimble enough to run the low rapids at camp, navigating through tight spaces easily.
School / outdoor program
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
I love my ERS board! This board has been in the ocean, rivers, and lakes and still looks new! We have a paddlesports education company.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
I love the incredible maneuverability. You can turn on a dime. It is also so beautiful!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0" (implied)
Being on the water especially during these times is so therapeutic and a full escape from life in general. I love the ride of my ERS.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
When we're bringing friends to SUP for the first time we grab this roomy, steady board. Our new paddlers appreciate the width and stability as they develop their balance.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
I own a LOT of SUPs — about 20...The ERS board definitely fits in that latter category — it is solid, stiff...This is my go-to board when I paddle with my 5-year-old twins.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
I enjoy riding my Earth River SUP on the Potomac river. I also love to take it surfing at the beach...I bought because it is very versatile with all the fin choices.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
My dog Rosa and I love paddling on lake Whatcom together here in Bellingham, WA. We really enjoy the stability that the 10.0 gives us out on the lake.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
It's a fun little board that handles pretty well in the Hawaiian water off O'ahu...I love that I can practice my moves such as nose turns and tail spins.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
We take our Earth River SUP everywhere. From Jakarta, we have thousands of islands to choose from, but they all typically require a flight. Now we are happy to roll it up and bring it along.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0" (implied)
In less than 10 minutes I can go from my SUP rolled up in my backpack to fully inflated and in the water!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
Our ERS 10-0 is especially fantastic when we take our black lab Oliver paddling with us (which is most of the time). The little bit of extra width gives him room to move around.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0" (fin review)
The fin package is as good as it gets...Your fins are like your transmission. Are you automatic or manual?
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
An excellent all-around board. I've surfed the Potomac River, run rapids with it in Jasper, Canada, and surfed Assateague Island waves.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'0"
The ERS 10'0 is the most versatile board that I have come across...We use it primarily for the Neckar River here in Germany and it has been an absolute blast to ride.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I've taken it to Florida where I paddled around Miami at sunset...all the way to Prudhoe Bay — which is north of the Arctic Circle — where I took it on my first river run.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I live in Miami and enjoy being out on the water — Biscayne Bay...once I came across ERS I was convinced this was the brand for me.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
Since I picked up my board this summer, I haven't had to make any effort to get off the couch and go exploring...on the few scary moments something has impacted my board, I haven't been able to find a scratch.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I've ridden my board all summer long on the local lakes and rivers and even tried my hand at riding smaller rapids. The board could do it all, especially with the fin system.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7" and 11'0"
We take them on local ponds to fish off of and take them on the Delaware River as well. We both like how convenient they are to travel with.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7" (implied)
Live on Harbour Island in downtown Tampa and enjoy early morning paddling with the manatees, dolphins, rays, and even an occasional small shark!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
My ERS board has proven to be vastly superior in terms of stability, tracking, and speed to the thicker boards my family has.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7" (implied)
This was my first SUP and I love it...I generally ride on lakes in MN and the Mississippi River, and have taken board to Lake Michigan.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I live near Lake Wenatchee, a beautiful high mountain lake...It was fun to be able to put my pup on the board and take off. I also let her run the shore while I paddled.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
My ERS SUP Board was a birthday gift to myself. I used the board all summer and well into fall here in Minnesota, exploring city lakes around Minneapolis.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
Earth River SUP was the obvious choice and the 10'7 was the best all around size for us. So far it has been a lifestyle enhancement!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
My husband picked out the board after doing extensive research and found several recommendations for Pumped Up SUP, which also happens to be a local company for us.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
Love the convenience of an inflatable. Love the color — very unique. The attached pic is me paddling on Maui. I was asked numerous times as to who the manufacturer was.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I've taken it on the ocean, bays, lakes, and rivers. My next desire is to improve my whitewater skills. A couple of weeks ago I took our 40 pound dog out for paddles on Cheat Lake.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
We ride in Lake Powell, Colorado River, Maui Hawaii, and Kauai Hawaii. I love that I can get my board in a compact, and great carry case.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
This one is hands down way better [than Bote and Isle] with both craftsmanship and quality. It feels and looks very durable.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7" (two boards)
I am very pleased and grateful to the folks at Pumped Up SUP in Bethesda, Maryland for the expert assistance when I called in the first time I was inflating my boards.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7"
I started with a Costco inflatable SUP, but wanted something thinner, faster, and more durable. ERS had great reviews, and I've been very pleased with my Dual 10-7.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'9"
I wanted a board I could cruise on in lakes but also feel secure on in whitewater. This board is perfect! My pooch loves it too.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'9"
This is my first ERS board and it is amazing. I love how responsive and stable it is...I normally ride on the lakes and rivers locally in MD.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'9" S3
I bought the Dual S3 (10-9 Aqua Grey) after speaking with Greg Miller at PaddleStroke SUP and the guys at PumpedUpSUP. Absolutely, no regrets about my decision.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'9"
The main feature and why I bought this board was for its stability. I've been very impressed with this board, and enjoyed the high level of customer service I experienced.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 12'6"
I love how big and how stable the 12-6 is. We're a family of four and so Dad's board becomes the Sherpa board carrying all the gear.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 12'6"
Pumped Up SUP suggested an Earth River SUP 12'6 inflatable for my needs, and their recommendation was perfect!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 12'6"
I looked for a brand with a reputation for durability and performance, and kept coming back to ERS. The 12'6 is perfect for holding me or my husband plus two kids."
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 12'6"
The ERS 12'6 V3 felt super solid from the moment it was inflated...The shape of the board makes for a great touring board."
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 12'6"
I have owned two other boards, one a hard and the other an inflatable of another reputable brand, and the ERS board has been by far my favorite.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6" and 10'0"
It's been a thrill learning how to river paddle board Class I rapids, and the ER 9'6 board and the 10'0 boards are maneuverable, forgiving, and just a blast!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6"
This is my favorite board if I'm heading out alone or hitting some lively whitewater. It inflates in a flash and is surprisingly light and easy to manage.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6" S3
Great father-daughter adventures on the local lake exploring nature and swimming in the summer. The versatility of this board also allows us to occasionally use it in the ocean.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6"
I had the opportunity to take river SUP classes on the Arkansas River in Colorado this summer, where my favorite SUP memory is riding my board down Brown's Canyon — Class 2-3 rapids!
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6"
The ERS 9-6 is my go-to board when I want to play. It is so maneuverable! We live full-time on the road in our fifth-wheel trailer, so weight and space are important to us.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6" S3
The ERS DUAL 9-6 S3...was perfect for me!...My inaugural float also confirmed that I chose the right board, as I've never felt more comfortable on a board. (1-year update: still love this board.)
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 9'6" S3
The configurable fins is a great feature...The DUAL is definitely more responsive and maneuverable and more easily caught the waves.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
I love my ERS SUP Board because it is so easy to bring everywhere! I have taken it across country on a plane and it was so simple.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
We love to paddle the rivers in Texas on our ERS SUPs. They are perfect for running the rapids. The ability to stow the paddle boards in route the river in our camper makes it so easy.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
On the whitewater for the challenge or paddling with the dog on the flats, there's not really a better way to spend a super hot summer day chilling on the water.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
3 weeks ago I had a beginner lesson with Paddlestroke SUP; and I had the chance to ride an Earth River SUP also. I was amazed how rigid and strong the board was for being inflatable.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
We bought our boards to travel around the Western US and use on lakes and rivers such as the Animas and the Colorado.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
ERS SUP has been such a fun addition to our family lake outings! We love taking the kids out on the board. The versatility of our dual is perfect for our family.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL V3 (unspecified)
PERFORMANCE BOARD OF THE YEAR 2019 and 2020. The shape, quality materials, and fin set up of the V3 makes for a high performance experience when it comes to tracking and glide.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
I ride my board everywhere — whitewater and flat water...It doesn't take up space in my apartment. I can take it on the bus. It is the perfect urban adventure board.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (V3 unspecified)
The ERS V3 is the best for the local AZ rivers. The V3 has a awesome design and works great on the rivers.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
I use it to shred the rivers in Idaho...This board is very stable and rides great. I'm a beginner and felt very comfortable on it.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
I love my board for rivers cause its so bomber! Great for balance training going through small rapids. I love I can switch my fins to just one for flat water touring.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
The ERS DUAL is perfect for me! The compact size and lighter weight mean I can get it where I want and fill it easily. It has great balance and stability, and I am always confident when I am paddling.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL (unspecified)
I selected ERS because of strong recommendation from boater on Facebook and selected DUAL based on Pumped Up SUP's website.
The Skylake Green is the line that recurs in school, camp, fleet, and SUP-yoga feedback, where boards take heavy repeated use and a wide range of riders.
School / outdoor program
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
The ERS 'go-to' all-around board, the 10-7 Skylake hits the mark. When we introduce new paddlers to SUP, this board provides a perfect blend of stability, speed, and ease of use.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
The perfect SUP for someone who wants to experience the most fun on water...We have used these in our program at Paddlestroke SUP for the last few years and this shape really hits the sweet spot.
School / outdoor program
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
The 10-7 Skylake is a good choice for beginner and intermediate paddlers...it has the nicest traction pad we've ever paddled on.
Rental / instruction fleet
Board: Skylake Green 10'7" and 11'0"
At Crosswater SUP we use the Skylake Green 10-7 and 11-0 boards for all of our SUP lessons because of their all around performance and durability.
Rental / instruction fleet
Board: Skylake Green 10'7" and 11'0"
At Crosswater SUP we use the Skylake Green 10-7 and 11-0 boards for all of our SUP lessons because of their all around performance and durability.
School / outdoor program
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
The ERS 10-7 Skylake Inflatable has been an amazing addition to our college outdoor program at Johns Hopkins University.
Rental / instruction fleet
Board: Skylake Green 10'7" (camp fleet)
The 10'7 Green boards used by Bretton Woods camp are awesome. The kids at camp, even the 6-8 year olds, can use them pretty easily.
Rental / instruction fleet
Board: Skylake Green 10'7" and 10'9" (fleet)
We have these boards and the 11-0 in our fleet and both are amazing boards...We can have over a hundred students through our classes each weekend and the Earth River SUP boards are the perfect platform.
See Earth River SUP Skylake Green 10'7" and 10'9" (fleet) boards
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 10'9"
This is the evolution of the board shape that Paddlestroke SUP and ERS developed...It's a SUP that will have you up in seconds your first time, but won't get old or boring.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 10'9"
The perfect board for long hours on flatwater, teaching or long distance paddling. It is easy to maneuver yet super stable which makes it a great beginner board.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 10'9"
All levels of yoga practitioners have found the 10-9 board to be ideal for yoga. Beginners find the larger board stable while more experienced practitioners find it offers more challenging postures.
Rental / instruction fleet
Board: Skylake Green 10'9" (fleet since 2012)
We used to use both Red Paddle and ERS for several years...In 2019 we replaced every board / brand we have and went exclusively with Earth River SUP Green models.
See Earth River SUP Skylake Green 10'9" (fleet since 2012) boards
Rental / instruction fleet
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
If you are new to inflatable SUPs, the ERS Skylake Green 11' board is the one to get. Take it from the owner of a sailboat, kayak, and SUP board rental outfit.
School / outdoor program
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
When we have a student who is unsure about how their day will go, we put them on the 11-0 Skylake to set them up for success out on the water.
School / outdoor program
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
The ERS 11-0 Skylake Inflatable has been an amazing addition to our college outdoor program at Johns Hopkins University.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 9'6"
I like a shorter board on flatwater as it challenges my core and balance for a workout. It is a light board and surprisingly fast which makes it perfect for catching small waves.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 9'6" S3
I've had a blast riding the 9'6 S3 Skylake Green in Italy, Spain, The Netherlands, and Belgium over the last year. It's my go-to board for exploring the rivers and lakes of Europe.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green 9'6"
This board is beautifully simple. Its very lightweight and quick to set up. Easier for smaller riders to handle in and out of the water.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
This is my go-to fun board in all conditions. I can surf whitewater, run whitewater and then take it on flat water and have just as much fun. Teaching takes a toll on these boards, but all ERS boards can take a beating.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
I love this board!!!! We have had so much fun on it and am looking forward to more. I can paddle as much as I want as my husband fishes from his kayak.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'7" and 11'0"
What I love most about my ERS 10'7 is its maneuverability and exceptional craftsmanship! I loved it so much that I bought an 11 footer for my wife!"
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
I ride this board almost every day in sea water and in the bay, sometimes in the surf which makes it quite fun. The longest trip I've done was for over four and a half hours!
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'7" or 11'0"
Love this board. It's my first but I did a LOT of research before purchasing...My favorite thing about this board is taking my kids along for a ride.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'7"
My husband bought me my Earth River SUP just before summer; I love the stability and the fact it's so easy to unpack, inflate and get out onto the water really quickly.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'9"
I took classes with Paddlestroke SUP riding ERS on the Potomac river and was hooked...I've been exploring the Potomac, some local lakes and I took it on a beach trip to Delaware.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 10'9"
My ERS SUP board is a life changing, peace bringing, outdoor portal. My favorite paddle board experience goes like this: I pack up lunch, my waterproof speaker, an anchor, a kayak paddle.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
Love how everything fits in its own bag, perfect for our traveling. Board inflates and deflates super fast. Extremely steady in the water and tracks with ease.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
We live near Lake Michigan and use it there along the shore and then on smaller inland lakes as well. An adult and 2 small kids can even go on it at once.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
We really love our ERS 11-0 Skylake Green Stand Up Paddleboard. The entire extended family is very impressed with the quality, durability, stability and general fun factor.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
I love how portable it is and how stable it is...I would paddle out and do a little bit of yoga and meditation and just chill out.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
If mixing sun salutations in a water environment is your next endeavor, I highly recommend this portable, durable board. I also love the customer service of Pumped Up SUP.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 11'0"
You can't go past the 11' ERS Skylake if you are looking for a larger all-around inflatable SUP. The cost of extra stability is normally performance but not with the 11' Skylake.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 9'6"
This board is ideal for those who want to tackle some surf or even a little whitewater river action yet have a smaller responsive board that will glide well when cruising around on bays and lakes.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green 9'6" and larger
I use the shorter of the two (9'6) for going down the Snake River in Wyoming and Teton River in Idaho and I use the larger for doing paddle yoga on Slide Lake.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
It's awesome to be able to inflate quickly and still being a solid board. With the carbon paddle it makes a great combination, really stable even when things get a little rough.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (two boards)
My decision to purchase an ERS board was made THAT very day [after a SUP yoga class]. I am so happy that I decided to buy two.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green S3
My maiden voyage on her was an early morning birthday paddle with friends (who also have ERS boards) on Estacada Lake in Oregon.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
We love getting out on the Potomac River and feeling the adventure of nature so close to home...The ERS boards exceed our expectations in every way! We got out at least twice a week and they look the same as when we got them.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
I'm a woman in my fifties, and switched from kayaking because while paddle boarding my back never hurts. The ERS board is rigid, solid, thick (5) and stable."
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
I really enjoy this board as a 5'4 tall woman and I am able to carry and launch it in remote areas by myself...honestly the SUP is better because I am able to go to more places."
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
I love the lightness of the SUP and the ability to take it on small rapids without worrying about fins getting in the way.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
We love to be able to throw it in the back of the car and take it with us to the lake and then blow it up and be on our way.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
Then I actually tried it and couldn't believe how much more versatile it is than a kayak. I love all the different ways I can play — standing, kneeling, doing yoga, and laying down to sunbathe.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (cross-series note)
Our ERS is sturdy enough for us both to ride without any stability issues, unlike many of the other boards we've ridden in the past.
See Earth River SUP Skylake Green (cross-series note) boards
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
Our ERS is sturdy enough for us both to ride without any stability issues, unlike many of the other boards we've ridden in the past.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (three boards)
We love our ERS boards so much we bought three...We've ridden them all over the East Coast. It even inspired us to create a SUP app for the Apple Watch and iPhone.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
Took our new boards on a trip to Cozumel Mexico. Paddled each morning along the coast snorkeling along the way.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Green (unspecified)
I love how easy this ERS board is to transport. I'll leave it inflated and strap it to my Prius...I have begun trying out yoga postures on the board.
Board: Skylake Green (two boards)
My husband and I first used ERS boards with Surf Reston. Once we got out on these paddleboards, we couldn't wait to get back on the water.
The Skylake Color and GT boards pair the lighter fusion construction with the configurable fin system. Owners pick them for flatwater, touring, and all-around recreational paddling.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake 9'6" S3
The Skylake 9-6 S3 is a board I've been on all winter while surfing up and down the west coast...this board shreds and packs up to almost nothing.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake S3
Paddled close to 150 miles through the Grand Canyon on the Skylake S3. Near a month long rafting trip and it was amazing to have a board that weighs so little.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake GT
I love the mobility that this board provides. Its touring inspired shape and reduced weight allow it to track faster than other boards this length, making it perfect for riders looking to explore.
Certified instructor
Board: Skylake GT
This board has the best of both worlds: a touring shape with a wider width allowing you to track faster while remaining stable.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7" S3
The Skylake 10-7 S3 allows me to paddle efficiently and at a much-improved speed. The board is also very responsive when turning and the removable fins are a game-changer.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7"
My wife Pia and I use our Earth River 10'7 SUP on the beautiful calm blue Caribbean waters of Nazareth Bay St. Thomas USVI.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7" S3 (two boards)
Pumped Up SUP was very accommodating and walked my wife and I through the process of picking out the perfect board for each of us.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7"
I've paddled the board on lakes and most excitingly, down rivers like the A section of the Green river in Utah...and the wild and scenic 45 mile section of the Rogue river in Oregon.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7" Magenta
LOVE cruising around on this board with my miniature poodle! The board is very stable and has plenty of room for my dog and all of my gear.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'7" and Skylake 11'0"
I personally like the 5 inch thickness on the dual and Skylake boards for the increased stability they provide and the more shallow rail makes it a little bit easier to carve when surfing small waves.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Blue 10'7"
I chose the Skylake Blue 10-7 because I like that the board was not over thick and buoyant like other inflatable SUPs. We love the board and all the accessories.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7"
PERFORMANCE BOARD OF THE YEAR 2018 AND 2019...I found no flex whatsoever at 15 PSI. This is one of those boards that is an extremely viable option for beginners...and you also won't outgrow your board.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'7" Magenta
My new paddle board was a 70th birthday gift from my husband — at my special request...the new magenta color clinched the deal.
Verified owner
Board: DUAL 10'9" and Skylake 10'7"
I purchased these 2 boards for Marco Island use in the Gulf of Mexico...The quality of the boards are very high compared to my other non-inflatable boards.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 10'9"
One stroke with this [carbon paddle + 10-9 combo] gets me at least twice as far as with the old board!
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 12'6"
I chose the Skylake 12-6 because I wanted a board stable enough for two paddlers, camping gear, kids, a hyperactive 70-pound dog, or SUP acro yoga.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
After a lot of research on other popular SUP brands, I eventually landed on purchasing a board from Earth River SUP...through Pumped Up SUP.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
I do yoga or read and take a nap with him in the middle of the lake. ERS was the most informative for someone who could not try out boards or see them in person.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
My husband and I recently got these SUPs — our first ones...So far, the experience of paddling on a serene lake has been wonderful.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
These inflatables are so much nicer and easier to use...We have found them to be very forgiving on rocks, piers, decks etc where the hard SUPs would get dings and dents.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I ride in Western Montana lakes and rivers. I really like how quickly you can get on the water. The portability is great.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake GT
The size is perfect for paddling around San Francisco Bay. We love going out before sunrise to be on the water with sea lions and harbor seals.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
Having the ability to have a SUP that we can store in our laundry closet, put in the back of our mini cooper...The only thing I notice with the inflatable SUP vs the fiberglass ones we've rented is that I'm a little higher in the water.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
I enjoy paddling out past the surf zone to leisurely cruise the coastline...My son is a surfer so he loves to 'steal' my board and ride some waves.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I have a heavy duty board and feel very confident with it as it is very durable. I take the SUP in the Gulf of Mexico, Naples/Collier County, Florida.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
I use it almost every day. I use it primarily as a low impact exercise platform on the Banana River. It is a great workout — I get to see dolphins and turtles while working on balance.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (short model)
By far my favorite place to ride my ERS SUP Board is in small surf all along the east coast...An added benefit of this board is that it performs great in all other conditions as well.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
Luckily Pumped Up SUP (Retailer) responded within a day (thank you customer service!) and we now have the fins.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
The ERS Board brings my family and friends together...It provided me with an opportunity to improve my physical fitness and balance while being outside and investigating nature's beauty.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I love the low profile and rigidity! It's a huge upgrade from my previous board. The removable fins and fin package that came with it is a key feature.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (Blue Sky)
I went with a small company called Pumped Up SUP. Mainly because their website answered many questions and offered advice and information freely, and they were helpful over the phone.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I ride it on my local lakes and rivers. The quality is top notch and better than any other inflatable SUP I've ever used.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake 5-inch model (unspecified)
I chose ERS as my first iSUP because I wanted the thinner 5 profile. I was willing to spend a bit more to get something I wouldn't grow out of quickly."
See Earth River SUP Skylake 5-inch model (unspecified) boards
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
It's incredibly stable — enough for me to take my 7-year-old-but-acts-7-months-old border collie on the front (with me sitting or kneeling). Even with my pup walking around on the front of the board, we don't capsize.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
I decided on an Earth River SUP because of the quality and sleek design. I absolutely love my board and take it on the O'Shaughnessy Reservoir every chance I get.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
The customer service was outstanding, and I really liked that Pumped Up SUP exclusively sells paddle boards and isn't jumping on a trend...My ERS board is hands down the best purchase I've made this year.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I am 12 years old...I love it. I have used it more times than I can count and my family loves it too!!! It is just the right size for me and it is very stable.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
I'm new to this sport but I love my paddleboard!...Customer service was extremely helpful in replacing a lost fin quickly.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake GT
I love how you can feel and read more of the water and how easily it responds. I also enjoy how it tracks cleanly yet turns easily.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
Even if the board was of poor quality or didn't work well, all the above would make it great, but from my limited experience it is very solidly constructed...Mike at pumpedupsup is all one can ask.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I get to take it to the dam six minutes from my house and ride in the mornings before I go to work. My golden doodle loves joining me. Even my 78-year-old mother got up on the board.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
I love my new Earth River SUP. It is a great all around board. You can't beat the convenience of having a board you can take anywhere.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (two boards)
My favorite feature of the board, and why we chose ERS boards over other brands, is the 5 thickness. The fact that it sits nice and low on the water helps you feel as if it were a hard board."
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
A dramatic improvement in performance over my 6 inch thick ISUP. It is exceptionally stiff for an ISUP and very responsive to subtle shifting of weight to assist in steering.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
We like to take the ERS Board to various small reservoirs...My girlfriend took to it right away.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (unspecified)
We also have rigid fiberglass SUPs and find these ERS SUPs more comfortable to stand on and essentially the same speed as the rigid boards.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (two boards)
We had done a lot of research and looked at a number of paddle boards before we purchased the ERS boards. The top factor in our decision to purchase our ERS boards was the quality.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I've been able to take it to many lakes in Utah...I've traveled with it to Hawaii. It was super easy and convenient to take as a checked bag.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake (unspecified)
I love my board! I have had a great summer exploring waterways nearby...I consider paddling a moving meditation.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (couple)
The detachable fins and exceptional quality make these boards stand out. Some friends have the Body Glove Costco special, and comment on our boards every time they try them.
Verified owner
Board: Skylake Color (two boards)
Since we had the boards we have used them in Ocean City MD, Ocracoke, on the Potomac near Great Falls VA...and on Lake Cayuga near Ithaca NY.
A note on independence. Earth River SUP is the board line developed by the Pumped Up SUP team, so some reviewers above have an instructional, ambassador, or business relationship with us. Where we know of such a relationship, it is identified. Many reviewers are private owners with no connection to the company beyond buying a board.
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187 reviews from verified owners, ACA-certified instructors, college programs, and commercial fleets.
I've taken it to Florida where I paddled around Miami at sunset...all the way to Prudhoe Bay - which is north of the Arctic Circle - where I took it on my first river run.
After a lot of research on other popular SUP brands, I eventually landed on purchasing a board from Earth River SUP...through Pumped Up SUP.
The 10-7 Classic has really become my go-to board of choice, whether cruising under a Chateau or crushing some Whitewater Earth River SUP have come up with an all-round board which actually goes everywhere.
I live in Miami and enjoy being out on the water - Biscayne Bay...once I came across ERS I was convinced this was the brand for me.
I love the incredible maneuverability. You can turn on a dime. It is also so beautiful!
If you are new to inflatable SUPs, the ERS Skylake Green 11' board is the one to get. Take it from the owner of a sailboat, kayak, and SUP board rental outfit.
The Skylake 10-7 S3 allows me to paddle efficiently and at a much-improved speed. The board is also very responsive when turning and the removable fins are a game-changer.
This board is ideal for those who want to tackle some surf or even a little whitewater river action yet have a smaller responsive board that will glide well when cruising around on bays and lakes.
My wife Pia and I use our Earth River 10'7 SUP on the beautiful calm blue Caribbean waters of Nazareth Bay St. Thomas USVI.
I love my ERS SUP Board because it is so easy to bring everywhere! I have taken it across country on a plane and it was so simple.
It's been a thrill learning how to river paddle board Class I rapids, and the ER 9'6 board and the 10'0 boards are maneuverable, forgiving, and just a blast!
The ERS 'go-to' all-around board, the 10-7 Skylake hits the mark. When we introduce new paddlers to SUP, this board provides a perfect blend of stability, speed, and ease of use.
When we have a student who is unsure about how their day will go, we put them on the 11-0 Skylake to set them up for success out on the water.
Pumped Up SUP was very accommodating and walked my wife and I through the process of picking out the perfect board for each of us.
It's awesome to be able to inflate quickly and still being a solid board. With the carbon paddle it makes a great combination, really stable even when things get a little rough.
I've paddled the board on lakes and most excitingly, down rivers like the A section of the Green river in Utah...and the wild and scenic 45 mile section of the Rogue river in Oregon.
Since I picked up my board this summer, I haven't had to make any effort to get off the couch and go exploring...on the few scary moments something has impacted my board, I haven't been able to find a scratch.
Love how everything fits in its own bag, perfect for our traveling. Board inflates and deflates super fast. Extremely steady in the water and tracks with ease.
I do yoga or read and take a nap with him in the middle of the lake. ERS was the most informative for someone who could not try out boards or see them in person.
I had the opportunity to use the ERS V3 10-7 while leading numerous skills classes and instructor certification workshops...the ERS V3 10-7 has proved to be very resilient.
The 10-9 became my go-to instructional board in calm or easy moving water due to its stability and relative speed.
LOVE cruising around on this board with my miniature poodle! The board is very stable and has plenty of room for my dog and all of my gear.
I've ridden my board all summer long on the local lakes and rivers and even tried my hand at riding smaller rapids. The board could do it all, especially with the fin system.
We take them on local ponds to fish off of and take them on the Delaware River as well. We both like how convenient they are to travel with.
My husband and I recently got these SUPs - our first ones...So far, the experience of paddling on a serene lake has been wonderful.
My decision to purchase an ERS board was made THAT very day [after a SUP yoga class]. I am so happy that I decided to buy two.
We love to paddle the rivers in Texas on our ERS SUPs. They are perfect for running the rapids. The ability to stow the paddle boards in route the river in our camper makes it so easy.
I took classes with Paddlestroke SUP riding ERS on the Potomac river and was hooked...I've been exploring the Potomac, some local lakes and I took it on a beach trip to Delaware.
Being on the water especially during these times is so therapeutic and a full escape from life in general. I love the ride of my ERS.
Live on Harbour Island in downtown Tampa and enjoy early morning paddling with the manatees, dolphins, rays, and even an occasional small shark!
When we're bringing friends to SUP for the first time we grab this roomy, steady board. Our new paddlers appreciate the width and stability as they develop their balance.
This is my favorite board if I'm heading out alone or hitting some lively whitewater. It inflates in a flash and is surprisingly light and easy to manage.
These inflatables are so much nicer and easier to use...We have found them to be very forgiving on rocks, piers, decks etc where the hard SUPs would get dings and dents.
I ride in Western Montana lakes and rivers. I really like how quickly you can get on the water. The portability is great.
My ERS board has proven to be vastly superior in terms of stability, tracking, and speed to the thicker boards my family has.
A really fun take anywhere, and do anything board. I've done several whitewater paddles on it and the extra buoyancy really gives a nice lateral sway to feel your way through.
This DUAL series can't be beat for 'feel' in the water. I've surfed the yellow variant of this board and used this one on several casual paddles exploring all of nature around my little pockets of water.
I really love the way it handles on flat water and keeps stable if it is a bit windy or choppy...I've paddled it to and from Peanut Island several times.
This is the board I spend most of my time riding and I take it everywhere! It's great on the beach when there is waves...I take it through the everglades and national parks.
Paddled close to 150 miles through the Grand Canyon on the Skylake S3. Near a month long rafting trip and it was amazing to have a board that weighs so little.
I personally like the 5 inch thickness on the dual and Skylake boards for the increased stability they provide and the more shallow rail makes it a little bit easier to carve when surfing small waves.
I wanted a board I could cruise on in lakes but also feel secure on in whitewater. This board is perfect! My pooch loves it too.
My maiden voyage on her was an early morning birthday paddle with friends (who also have ERS boards) on Estacada Lake in Oregon.
I love this board!!!! We have had so much fun on it and am looking forward to more. I can paddle as much as I want as my husband fishes from his kayak.
This was my first SUP and I love it...I generally ride on lakes in MN and the Mississippi River, and have taken board to Lake Michigan.
This is my first ERS board and it is amazing. I love how responsive and stable it is...I normally ride on the lakes and rivers locally in MD.
The size is perfect for paddling around San Francisco Bay. We love going out before sunrise to be on the water with sea lions and harbor seals.
Great father-daughter adventures on the local lake exploring nature and swimming in the summer. The versatility of this board also allows us to occasionally use it in the ocean.
We live near Lake Michigan and use it there along the shore and then on smaller inland lakes as well. An adult and 2 small kids can even go on it at once.
Having the ability to have a SUP that we can store in our laundry closet, put in the back of our mini cooper...The only thing I notice with the inflatable SUP vs the fiberglass ones we've rented is that I'm a little higher in the water.