Looking for the perfect blend of speed and comfort? The longest board in our crossover range, the 12’6″ Sport inflatable paddleboard is a touring design for confident paddlers. Its 30″ width and sleek nose cut through water effortlessly, while the hard-release Speed Tail enhances control and glide.
The 12’6″ length and floaty 330L of volume make it an excellent choice for longer routes and carrying more rider and/or kit weight. Equipped with three soft carry handles, a high-traction deckpad and adjustable cargo system, it’s as practical as it is performance-driven.
Built in Red’s exclusive MSL® technology, the 12’6″ Sport is super-strong, stiff and robust, offering dynamic performance in a wide range of conditions. Combine that with our patented RSS batten system for unrivalled rigidity in its class. With a choice of paddles, our Titan II pump, coiled leash, touring fin, and All-Terrain Backpack, a 5-year warranty rounds off this progressive package.
Benefits.
- Balanced: a fast yet stable touring-crossover for confident paddlers.
- Efficient: sleek nose and hard-release Speed Tail provide superior glide.
- Floaty: 330L of volume is ideal for heavier loads and longer routes.
- Practical: soft handles, high-traction deckpad, and adjustable cargo system.
- Robust: built with Red’s MSL® technology for optimal performance and longevity.
- Stiff: enhanced with RSS batten system for extra rigidity.
- Full package: Titan II pump, coiled leash, US box fin, repair kit, phone case, with or without paddle option, in All-Terrain Backpack, complete with 5-year warranty.
Specifications.
| Board Length | 12’6″ |
| Board Thickness | 5.9″ / 150mm |
| Board Volume | 331L |
| Board Weight | 11.85kg / 26.12lb |
| Board Width | 30″ / 762mm |
| Bag Size | 980mm (h) x 380mm (w) x 360mm (d) |
| Bag Volume | 134L |
| Fins | 9″ Touring Fin |
| Paddle Options | Hybrid Tough, Prime |
| Complete Package Weight | 19.6kg / 43.21lb |
Sustainability.
At Red, sustainability isn’t just marketing hype – it’s at the core of what we do. As a certified B Corp (www.bcorporation.net) we champion high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
Fundamentally, our boards are designed and built to last. Our quality-assured Tec Air process has an extremely low warranty rate below 0.5%. Maximising longevity minimises our impact on the planet.
Yet even durable Red kit will eventually reach end-of-life, hence our ‘design for disassembly’ approach. For example, all Titan pump components are replaceable, while using 100% recoverable virgin plastic in our fins, finboxes and RSS battens ensure they’re fully recyclable.
Our manufacturing processes, like turning the offcuts from our EVA deckpads into keyrings, aim for zero waste too, reflecting our commitment to low-impact resource selection.
Care.
How to store your board
Before storing, rinse all equipment in fresh water and let it dry completely.
To pack away, lay the deflated board deck-up and place the pump across the nose, leaving enough room to wrap the board over. Roll tightly, then secure with the strap. Use the backpack’s internal strap to secure the board inside.
Store your board in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight. If keeping it rolled up, avoid excess pressure on the straps. If space allows, it’s best to store the pump separately.
You can also leave your board inflated, ideally kept on a flat surface or upright – but do reduce the board’s pressure to below 15psi if not in use for a while.
Material.
What is MSL®? Safe. Stiff. Durable.
Monocoque Structural Laminate or MSL® is the world’s leading drop-stitch material. Exclusive to Red Paddle Co boards, it’s made to our exact specifications.
Monocoque: meaning the coating is integral to the structure. MSL® drop-stitch technology integrates a highly durable, reinforced coating to the ultra-high-definition weave to form an inseparable base layer.
Structural: the high-tensile drop-stitch fibres are designed to withstand pressures in excess of 22psi, meaning Red boards can be inflated to provide unrivalled stiffness and confidence, no matter the rider weight or prevailing conditions.
Laminate: the reinforced composite coating is bonded to the textile core using machine welding that applies heat and pressure to the inner PVC layer, saving over 2kg of adhesives and reducing cosmetic and safety concerns. Produced under low tension, this process creates a torsional stiffening effect when the boards are inflated, making MSL® stiffer at lower pressures.
Gallery.
Features.
12’6″ Sport.
The perfect step up from an All-Rounder: Elevate and enhance your paddling experience with a board focused on speed and dynamic performance.
