The The NRS Jukdo 110. Photo: Maddie Bryan//The Inertia
If you’ve never tried stand up paddle boarding before, it can be intimidating. First, you must balance on an unstable platform floating in the water. Then, you have to figure out a way to paddle while maintaining your balance. You’ll also have to navigate the wind, currents, and potentially other watercraft. It’s a lot to manage, but the board you paddle makes a world of difference.
Measuring 11’ x 36” x 6” the NRS Jukdo 110 ($1,075) inflatable paddle board is an incredibly stable board. The width, length, and high volume, make it a secure platform, allowing you to focus more on paddling and less on balancing. Thanks to its stability, the Jukdo is a great board for beginners, larger paddlers, or those looking to paddle tandem with kids or pups. As an inflatable, it brings a level of portability that a hard board its size cannot match. Read on to learn more about my experience paddling the Jukdo. To see how it stacks up against other boards we’ve tested, here’s our overall review of The Best Inflatable Paddle Boards.
| Pros | Cons |
| Super wide and stable | Doesn’t include a paddle |
| Inflates to 20 PSI | Width isn’t great for paddling long distances |
| Deck pad extends all the way to the tail | Fairly heavy |
First Impressions
The Jukdo and all of its accessories come in a travel backpack. The pack is heavy and doesn’t have wheels, but it does have padded shoulder straps and a carrying handle on top. I was able to lift it in and out of the car and walk around with it on my back, but it was challenging and I wouldn’t want to travel any great distances with the Jukdo on my back.
Once I got the Jukdo inflated, my first thought was that it’s a beefy board. At 11 feet long and 36 inches wide, it’s a large platform to paddle on and I was certain it would deliver a stable ride.
The Jukdo packs into a convenient travel backpack. Photo: Rebecca Parsons//The Inertia
Notable Features
Available In: 10’0″, 10’8″, 11’0
Size Tested: 11’ x 36” x 6”
Packed Dimensions: 38 x 20 x 10 inches
Volume: 371 liters
Weight: 26 lbs 6 oz
Weight Capacity: 275 lbs
Thanks to its size, getting the Jukdo inflated is no easy feat. The high-pressure pump makes things easier, but it still takes a lot of effort to get it fully inflated by hand. The Jukdo inflates to 20 PSI for the most rigid experience possible, but that higher PSI means more pumps to get it inflated. If you want to save your arms, consider purchasing an electric pump.
At 11 feet long and 36 inches wide, the Jukdo is an insanely stable paddle board. I am an experienced paddle, so balance isn’t usually a problem for me, but I’ve taken enough unstable paddlers on paddle board excursions to see how the extreme stability of this paddle board will be a boon to the novice or unstable paddler. The high volume and width make it one of the most stable paddle boards I have ever paddled, and I’ve paddled a lot of boards.
We recently ran a review on The Best Inflatable Paddle Boards and the Jukdo was one of the widest and most stable boards on the list. The only board that was comparable in terms of measurements and stability was the BOTE LowRider Aero, which is the same width and thickness but is six inches shorter (with the tandem version of the LowRider being six inches longer).
The Jukdo has a deck pad that extends the entire length of the board. Photo: Maddie Bryan//The Inertia
The Jukdo has a comfortable deck pad that extends all the way to the tail, allowing you to comfortably move around on your board. The plastic fins aren’t the most high-performance, but they are able to absorb shock without breaking, so you don’t have to stress if you bump into rocks. The fins are easy to insert with a quick click-in design. Other features I appreciate on the Jukdo are the neoprene-wrapped handle for comfortable carrying and the bungee cargo rigging on the nose that allows you to store gear.
Thanks to its stability, the Judko was perfect for paddling with my pup on board and would work well if you wanted to paddle tandem with small children. I live on Oahu where it’s often windy, resulting in choppy water – the Jukdo handled it like a champ thanks to the high inflation pressure. The Jukdo works well for cruising the lake, harbor, or ocean and is a great pick for SUP yoga.
The Jukdo comes with all of the essentials except a paddle. Photo: Rebecca Parsons//The Inertia
Drawbacks
At $1,075 the Jukdo is by no means a budget paddle board. Furthermore, whereas most inflatable stand up paddle board packages include a paddle, the Jukdo does not, so you’ll have to factor in an extra expense for that. The only perk of the paddle not being included is that it allows you to select whatever paddle you wish. I paddled the Jukdo with the NRS Fortuna 90 Travel Adjustable Stand Up Paddle and found it to be the perfect combo. For more options, here’s our review of the Best SUP Paddles.
At 36 inches, the Jukdo is incredibly wide, which is nice if you are a beginner paddler or a larger paddler. The downside of the width is that the board is a bit slower than most, and if you plan on paddling any distance your shoulders may get sore from the extra drag. The width also limits the versatility of the board, making it best suited to mellow cruises rather than long paddles or surf sessions.
Front bungee straps make it easy to stash your gear. Photo: Rebecca Parsons//The Inertia
Final Thoughts
Stability is the name of the game when it comes to the NRS Jukdo 110 inflatable paddle board. Measuring 11’ x 36” x 6”, the Jukdo is a great pick for beginner paddlers, larger paddlers, paddlers looking to paddle with kids or dogs on board, SUP yogis, and anyone who wants a reliably stable ride.
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Editor’s Note: For more of an all-rounder sort of paddle board that can handle a flat water cruise, check out our overall article on The Best Stand Up Paddle Boards, and for inflatables, check out our feature on The Best Inflatable Paddle Boards. Also make sure to complete your kit with one of the best SUP Paddles. For more gear reviews and features on The Inertia, click here.
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