There are many benefits to inflatable SUPs compared to hard EPS or Epoxy boards. Transporting and storing an inflatable is the biggest advantage for inflatable SUP as they can simply to be deflated and carrier to any location. The materials that make up Newport Vessels SUPs allow them to be virtually indestructible and can be knocked, bumped, or dragged around. The cost of inflatable SUPs is much less expensive which makes it a great deal.