{"product_id":"shark-sup-speed-plus-140-x-24-x-5-inflatable-paddleboard","title":"Shark SUP Speed Plus 14'0 x 24\" x 5\" Inflatable Paddleboard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Shark Speed Plus 14’0 × 24\" × 5\" is the longest and fastest inflatable race SUP in the Shark range. Built with woven drop‑stitch and 24T Carbon Rail Edge, it delivers uncompromising stiffness and efficiency for racing, endurance paddling and speed touring. The carbon nose cone and water release edge keep drag low so you can hold pace for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOn The Water Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast, narrow and uncompromising. At 26\" wide and 5\" thick, this size gives lighter and technical paddlers a connected, low-volume race feel with maximum glide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003e14’0 × 24\" × 5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e if you’re chasing pure racing performance and want the narrowest, lowest-volume platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Tech\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 psi rating\u003c\/strong\u003e – higher pressure for a stiffer, race-ready feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoven drop‑stitch core\u003c\/strong\u003e – lighter and stiffer than knitted, maximising speed and efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e24T Carbon Rail Edge\u003c\/strong\u003e – reinforced rigidity for clean response and reduced flex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFusion laminated PVC\u003c\/strong\u003e – durable but lightweight skin for touring and racing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWelded rails\u003c\/strong\u003e – permanent seams for long-term reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon pointed nose cone\u003c\/strong\u003e – slices water cleanly for maximum glide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater release rail edge\u003c\/strong\u003e – sheds water for less drag at race pace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKick pad\u003c\/strong\u003e – gives control for buoy turns and technical manoeuvres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandles at centre, nose, tail \u0026amp; sides\u003c\/strong\u003e – versatile carrying and fast beach starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront \u0026amp; rear cargo bungees\u003c\/strong\u003e – hydration and gear space for training or endurance paddling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart‑Tec US fin box\u003c\/strong\u003e – tracks straight, easy fitting and upgrade options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShark logo EVA deck pad\u003c\/strong\u003e – comfortable, grippy surface for all‑out efforts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKayak seat ready\u003c\/strong\u003e – D‑rings fitted for optional seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBacked by Shark’s 3‑year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e – built to last, season after season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBoard Shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 14’0 race outline with a pointed carbon nose and flat rocker creates maximum glide and tracking. Width and thickness options tune the feel between outright speed and accessible stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Shape Feels Good\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt holds speed between strokes, glides further with less effort, and feels composed under race pressure or long training sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Shines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSUP racing (technical and distance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEndurance paddling and fitness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast touring on rivers, lakes and coasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications (This Size)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14’0 (427 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed Plus 14’0 × 24\" × 5\" board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheeled carry bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble‑action pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof phone case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSet‑up \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInflate to 18 psi for best stiffness. Rinse after use, dry fully and store rolled in a cool, shaded place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear a leash and buoyancy aid, and check conditions before launching. 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