12' HD Bug Slinger™ Fishing Stand-Up Paddleboard

Comfortable, stable, easy to paddle and loaded with features that give fish nightmares!

Looking for that one board for everything? BOTE's HD Fishing SUP is that board. Here in the Bug Slinger™ edition with awesome graphics that tell everyone you're there to fish! Don't get us wrong, this SUP is always ready for touring, cruising and surfing, but where it really comes into its own is when you gear up for fishing. Bring along a kid, a dog, a cooler full of frosty beverages, your tacklebox, whatever—this versatile SUP will handle it! In fact, you can comfortably transport a combined weight from you and your gear of up to 375 pounds.

Hull

A fiberglass shell with an expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam core is formed into a Hybrid-Displacement (shortened in the name to "HD") hull. The HD is a hybrid between a recreational surf hull and a displacement touring hull with a "V" nose entry that glides effortlessly through both flat water and surf. At only 5" deep and 34 pounds unladen, the HD will let you paddle into waters that were previously too shallow for you to pursue your quarry. 

Deck

The wide 32" deck makes a sturdy platform for aggressive paddling, plus casting, fighting and landing trophy fish. It's also here on the deck that the HD leaves other fishing SUPs behind.

Built-In Features

Starting at the bow, there's an integrated bungee strapping system that keeps your dry bag (sold separately) and other essentials on your board and above the water.

As you make your way onto the recessed deck you'll find it covered with a texture that is heat embossed onto the surface of the foam, not only providing incredible grip and comfort, but eliminating water absorption, making the board lighter and faster than traditional deck pads.

Next up is the first of two thru-holes. Thru-holes are openings from the deck through to the bottom of the board. By utilizing a “stake” or shallow water anchor pole thrust into the mud or sand, your board can stay anchored in place. They also make a great place to snake a cable through so you can lock up your HD and prevent plundering.

Another feature you'll wonder how you ever did without is the Stashpod. Watertight storage, an integrated bottle opener and a place to keep your favorite beverage from tipping over makes the Stashpod a popular amenity.

Then there's ConnexSUP, a universal mount that functions as an interface between the deck and an ever expanding number of mountable accessories.

Next, receivers for BOTE's unique Tackle Rac (sold separately) that can turn your HD into a fishing skiff are positioned so you have even more places to mount accessories you can't live without.

Cooler tiedowns are added that feature a swivel action to allow the strap angle to adjust for optimum pressure distribution (you don't want your Yeti [sold separately] floating off full of your favorite beverages).

You'll find the centrally located grab handle has been designed to ensure your fingers won't go numb and you'll have plenty of leverage to carry your board to the water.

Integrated latch points in the rail of the board are part of BOTE's patent pending Travelink™ Carry System. By simply clicking in the Travelink™ Sling (sold separately) to the latch points, you can remove all weight from your hands and carry the board more safely and ergonomically with your shoulders and back. The best part is it's permanently flush mounted into the rails—when you aren’t using it, you won't notice it. There is zero effect on the paddling dynamics. The Travelink™ latch points can also be used to lock and secure your board.

Another bungee tiedown is found at the rear deck pad for yet more storage options.

And finally the all-important leash attachment point at the tail so you won't be separated from your HD for long.

Underneath is an included stabilizer fin (and slots for 4 optional side fins) that helps your board track straight on flat water excursions.

Volume

When deciding on an SUP, you'll want to choose a board with adequate volume. This can be the difference between gliding smoothly across the surface or spending your time fighting that very real sinking feeling! With its Hybrid-Displacement V-hull, 32" wide beam and 5" depth, adequate volume isn't a problem for the HD. You'll find this board will float you and your gear (up to a combined weight of 375 pounds) with plenty of flotation to spare.

Shape

The extra wide platform provides the stability you need to fish confidently in a variety of conditions.

Remember to order an SUP paddle, leash and (all sold separately) so you'll be ready to start fishing as soon as possible!

Construction

• EPS foam core, fiberglass shell
• 32" width
• 12' length
• 5" thick
• 34 pounds (no gear)
• 30-day/90-day limited warranty