Water Sports Industry Insights & News
What Certifications Should a Reliable Inflatable Paddle Board Manufacturer Have?
I've been walking around factories and checking out drop-stitch production lines for fifteen years, and I've seen a scary pattern.…
Best Inflatable Paddle Boards 2025: A Manufacturer’s Honest Review
If you type "best paddle boards" into a search engine, you'll see hundreds of lists authored by bloggers who get…
What’s the Ideal PSI for an Inflatable Air Track?
I've been creating and testing drop stitch inflatables for fifteen years, and the most common email I get isn't about…
Extending the Lifespan of Your Inflatable Ice Bath: A Maintenance Checklist
The "Cold Plunge" concept has really taken off in the previous few years. But as a manufacturer, I also witness…
How to Clean & Store Inflatable Air Tracks: A 15+ Year Expert’s Guide
If you've bought an Air Track for your home or gym, you know it's not just a "mat." It's a…
Hand-Gluing vs. Heat-Welding in Inflatable Paddle Boards
If you cut open two inflatable paddle boards from different brands, the insides can look the same. But I can…
Inside the Factory: How an Inflatable Paddle Board is Made, Step-by-Step
The first thing that would hit you if you stepped onto our production floor today isn't the bright surfboards; it's…
PVC vs. TPU for Inflatable Products: What’s the Best Choice for Your Brand?
In the fifteen years I've spent making everything from white-water rafts to drop-stitch pools, the most typical argument I hear…
OEM vs. ODM: Which Manufacturing Partnership is Right for Your Inflatable Brand?
I've been in charge of production lines for drop stitch pools and ice baths for fifteen years. I've seen a…
