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Airbank D6 electric SUP pump https :// www . airbankpump . com Peter Tranter
Inflatable SUPs and kayaks are typically quick and easy to inflate with a manual pump that inflates a SUP in around 10 minutes . However , younger or much older SUPers might find inflating them difficult , while others want to spare themselves from the strain and sweat that comes with manual pumping and why not ?
The Keen Drift Creek H2 is Keen ' s new hybrid watersports / hiking closedtoe sandal that ' s comfortable to wear and designed to feel at home both in and out of the water .
Airbank is a US-based company established in the electric pump market across the pond . The D6 is their new 2022 model . It ’ s a good looking pump with clean lines and an easy carry handle and is very tidy at storing the power cable within the pump and attaching the inflation hose around the outside of the pump itself , in short - sound design .
The D6 can inflate paddleboards up to 20 psi from an in-car 12 volt DC connector . The pump has two stages ; the first will inflate using high volume , and the second will inflate using higher pressure . The pump took a few seconds over eight minutes to inflate our Glyde iSUP to 18psi . The D6 comes with five different nozzles for inflating various types . Four bottom silicone pads provide better gripping and prevent slippage .
The D6 automatically switches itself off when it reaches its desired pressure . Many paddleboarders forget that they can use their electric pump to help to finish deflating their SUP , as it will be able to suck out the air that you can ’ t get out by hand or by sitting on it . When used for deflating , keep an eye on the process as the D6 will not auto switch off and may overheat !
All in all - an elegant pump that will do all that you ask for it whilst avoiding taking up too much space and messy storage . Available to buy in the UK at either :
https :// m . tomtop . com / or
www . cafago . com . Price : £ 80.00
Out of the box , the lace-lock bungee system allows the user to fit into the shoe quickly and easily . The low-profile design is lightweight and flexible for improved ground contact , whilst the integrated lateral supports help to stabilise both the ankles and heel , whilst the design follows the contours of your feet for a secure fit .
The open sandal drains very quickly and is complemented by the quick-dry lining . The only caveat is that the closed-toe design can collect debris from the river bed , which can be difficult to dislodge as opposed to an open sandal . It depends on how you view it and whether you prefer the protection that closed-toe affords you both in and out of the water . The EVA insoles have contoured arches for mid-foot support and all-day comfort on land .
The shoe ' s construction is sound and reliable , with the washable quick-drying upper webbing made from recycled plastic bottles with an Eco natural odour control .
With its waterproof materials , protective toe box , and excellent wet traction , the Keen Drift Creek H2 stands out as an excellent all-round performer from a company that produces excellent sandals as standard . They are available for both men and women plus different colour combos .
l Non-marking TPR outsole l An integrated heel support structure l Lace-lock bungee system l 10-Point Fit
RRP : £ 79.99