Sea Eagle LB11 LongBoard review

Sea Eagle discontinued the NeedleNose series, so its current all-around inflatable SUP for beginners is the LB11 LongBoard. Sea Eagle lists it at 10 ft 11 in by 32" and 5" thick, with 228 L of volume and a 4" nose rocker for catching small waves. The $599 Startup Package bundles an adjustable SUP paddle, a pump with an inline pressure gauge, a repair kit, a removable center skeg and a carry-all backpack. Its strongest point is flexibility: Sea Eagle designs it to be paddled standing or sitting, adds fabric loops for a seat and lists support for a Bixpy K-1 motor. For a first-time paddler it has two weak spots. At 27 lb it is the heaviest board we compared, and Sea Eagle rates it for 1 adult or 200 lb, the lowest capacity here, saying it is best suited for paddlers weighing 200 lb or less. Sea Eagle's site blocked our automated price check, so the price is shown as pending until it can be confirmed.

Who it is for

Paddlers who want to sit, stand or add a small motor

Price

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Key features

• 10 ft 11 in long, 32" wide and 5" thick, 228 L volume
• 27 lb board weight
• Load capacity of 1 adult or 200 lb
• Startup Package includes adjustable paddle, pump with inline pressure gauge, repair kit and backpack
• Rear D-ring and motor capacity for a Bixpy K-1 motor; seat attachment loops for sit-down paddling

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Can be paddled seated with fabric seat loops
• Strength: 4" nose rocker for small surf
• Strength: Sea Eagle has made inflatables since 1968
• Weakness: Heaviest board here at 27 lb
• Weakness: 200 lb load capacity is the lowest on this list
• Weakness: 5" thickness is thinner than most 6" rivals

Key facts

• Price: $599 Startup Package
• Size: 10'11" x 32" x 5"
• Weight: 27 lb
• Max capacity: 200 lb
• Inflation: 12 to 15 psi

Where it ranks

Sea Eagle LB11 LongBoard is No. 8 in our Best Inflatable Paddle Boards verdict.