Hydrus Board Tech
AXIS Whitewater River SUP Board
Please note that the 8'8" is currently available and can be shipped within 2 days of placing the order. We are also accepting orders for the 9'8", which is currently being manufactured and is expected to be shipped to customers by the end of May.
AXIS Whitewater River Inflatable Paddleboard
Comes in two sizes: 8'8 and 9'8
The toughest, lightest, highest performing inflatable river boards on the water!
Introducing the Axis Whitewater Board, a phenomenal blend of stability and versatility for moving water adventures. Created in 2022 by innovative designers Jason and Nick Zawadzki, this board has swiftly gained recognition as the top choice for all-around river use.
- Armalight Air™-composite reinforcedArmalight Air™ shell,
- The 8'8" is just 20lbs and 9'8" is 24lbs.
- The ideal front and rear rocker profile blends agility, speed, surf, and stability all the way up to class IV if needed.
- Quad boxes or "2+2's" are two US longboard boxes in the rear and polycarbonate side boxes that accept a variety of fins. This setup gives you the best options for all conditions and is ideally suited for the board's size and shape. Low water with rocks is no problem. In high water, use larger fins! Eight different fin options are included.
- The most legit backpacking board bag in the game!
- Hydrus customer service and Lifetime Warranty
- 30 days to try it - return policy.
- Generally ships within 24hrs.
- No nonsense -no gimmicks.
The Axis caters to all your water excursions, perfect for day trips, expeditions, camping trips, river running, surfing, freestyle, and slalom. With a weight limit exceeding 300 lbs, rest assured of excellent stability, even when loaded with your gear.
This Whitewater Board boasts a maximum recommended inflation pressure of 20psi, although it has been factory-tested to withstand up to 31psi. Most riders prefer between 10-15psi, with our board's material ensuring optimal stiffness without the need to exceed 15psi.
Interestingly, an independent test crowned the Axis as the stiffest inflatable paddleboard worldwide among 49 premium boards, closely followed by our JoyRide model at #2.
Your Axis Whitewater Board purchase comes with the following:
- Hydrus Mothership Board Backpack
- Multiple fin options (see video)
- Repair Kit
- Dual Action Hand Pump
- Composite reinforced multi-layer outer shell
- Triple-reinforced Fusion seams
- The newest Woven Drop stitch
- High Density (boot or river shoe friendly) Traction Pad
- Quad Fin System for varying water conditions
- Heavy Duty Hydrus MotherShip Backpack
- Side and Center Handles
- Rear stomp pad plus raised tactile arch support
- Strategically placed D-rings
Specifications: Axis 88 - Board weight: 20lbs Length: 8'8" Width: 34.5″ (Fully Inflated) Thickness: 6″ Weight Limit: 300lbs
Axis 98 - Board weight: 24lbs Length: 9'8" Width: 35.5″ (Fully Inflated) Thickness: 6″
Weight Limit: 350lbs
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