NAGI Outo Inspire

If you’re in the market for an affordable inflatable stand up paddle board that is designed with surfing and all around paddling in mind, take a deeper look at the NAGI Inspire. This paddle board comes in two sizes, 10’6” and 11’6” and comes with a complete package meaning it has everything you need to get on the water. Included is the board, paddle, pump, leash, 3 fins and repair kit and of course a carry bag. Priced starting at $639.99, this package sits at the lower end of the mid-tier price point in terms of affordability.

As the first time reviewing a NAGI board we weren’t sure what to expect but were pleasantly surprised with not only the quality of the board but the overall package. One of the bigger items/features that stood out was the construction and how it felt incredibly durable with the use of the military grade PVC drop-stitch material and the reinforced rails. This is something we typically see with inflatable boards that are a bit pricier so having this feature at this price point is a definite highlight. And another surprise here was even though the construction here is heavier-duty in terms of durability, you’re not feeling that when it comes to the weight of the board. When carrying and transporting the board it felt very lightweight and was easy to move around. Another surprise with the board was all the bells and whistles that it came with. From the action mount attachment on the nose, to the dual bungees on the nose and tail to the added handles on the nose and tail to the paddle holder attachments on the rail, the Inspire has so much packed in. In terms of aesthetics, the colorways on the board are pretty simple with a teal color throughout the board and then slight graphical designs on the nose of the board. When it comes to the included accessories the package has a set of three-fins which is helpful and a nice feature for those wanting to take the board out in the surf. The side bite fins seem to be a bit larger than what you’d typically want for use in the surf so with that I would probably recommend smaller surf for this board. So if you want something more high performance you might want to look at a composite (non-inflatable) option. The backpack, leash, 3-piece paddle and pump that are included are also pretty nice quality and up to industry standards. On the water my first impression is how well it glided through the water. I didn't feel a lot of drag or a lot of weight holding me down and I was able to kind of cruise with really good ease. Another thing I liked about this paddle board is that it has the raised deck pad on the back so when I was turning kind of fast I was able to turn really sharp and still feel stable. While this board is primarily marketed more towards a surf SUP, ideally I really like this more as a touring inflatable board, especially with all the add on’s and features. Overall, the quality of the construction and add on’s at this price point make the Inspire a great option for someone looking for a versatile inflatable that can work in many conditions and is also suitable for beginners.