Reviewed by John
I recommend this product
Age
25 - 34
Years Paddleboarding
>1 Year
Cool
Cool Paddleboard!
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Byron 9'8 Highlights
Smaller paddlers will love the light and nimble feel of the board that fits them perfectly without compromising materials or quality. The true all-rounder shape coupled with 4.7" thickness makes it look and feel like a hardboard without all the hassles for the paddler who wants one board to do it all.
Brand new for 2023, the Byron 9'8 is perfect for the smaller paddler. A scaled-down Byron that comes in a 9'8 x 31 x 4.7" will suit anyone less than 75 kg or 165 lbs and shorter than 175cm or 5'8. The Byron is a true all-rounder iSUP designed to deliver confidence in any situation. If you can only have one board, grab a Byron.
Weighing in at just 7.6 Kg, while feeling like a hardboard on the water, is what sets this board apart. The Byron 9'8 comes with our heavy-duty Bag Pack, leash and tooless centre fin that easily clicks into place. You can then choose to bundle in the pump and/or paddle of your choice, allowing you to fine-tune your SUP package to your exact needs.
The Byron is crafted with our industry-leading X-Woven & Fused drop-stitch material with our triple-bonded rails. The combination of high pressure, reinforced rails, and 4.7" thickness produces a stable iSUP with hardboard-like performance while still managing to be the lightest in its category...
Weighing in at just 7.6 Kg, while feeling like a hardboard on the water, is what sets this board apart. The Byron 9'8 comes with our heavy-duty Bag Pack, leash and tooless centre fin that easily clicks into place. You can then choose to bundle in the pump and/or paddle of your choice, allowing you to fine-tune your SUP package to your exact needs.
The Byron is crafted with our industry-leading X-Woven & Fused drop-stitch material with our triple-bonded rails. The combination of high pressure, reinforced rails, and 4.7" thickness produces a stable iSUP with hardboard-like performance while still managing to be the lightest in its category...
| Dimensions | 9'8 x 31" x 4.7" |
| Volume | 220 l |
| Materials | X-Woven & Fused dropstich |
| Rail Construction | Triple bonded layers |
| Rider Weight | 50-75Kg / 110-165lbs |
| Fin Setup | Universal 9" Air-7 Dolphin Fin |
| Inclusions | Bag , coil leash, repair kit, fins |
| Bag Details | Heavy-Duty Roller Backpack |
| Bag Size | 90x40x30cm / 35x16x12" |
| Board Weight | 7.6 Kg / 16.7 lbs |
The Byron 9'8 does not come with a pump or paddle by default. Instead, you have the choice to bundle them in if needed. This keeps our prices sharp and unwanted products (waste) down.
Out of the box, the Byron 9'8 includes:
- Heavy duty bag-pack made from 1680D Ballistic Nylon
- 9" Touring ClickFin from Air 7
- Valve tool & repair kit
- Safety Leash
4 YEAR TOTAL CARE WARRANTY
We will repair or replace your board, new-for-old, if there are any manufacturing issues within the first four years, including loose seams, faulty valves, or traction pad delamination.
X-WOVEN & FUSED DROP STITCH
Multiple layers of woven drop stitch are fused during the manufacturing process, where the polyester threads running through the vinyl are crisscrossed, similar to carbon fibre, making it light & stiff.
TRIPLE BONDED RAILS
Found on the Bondi, Byron and Fairlight, this rail construction adds stiffness and durability to the boards. Quite simply, where standard boards have two rail layers, Honu has three.
UNIVERSAL FIN SYSTEM
A universal fin system allows the paddler to try different fins to fine-tune the board's performance across various conditions. It also allows for quick replacement should the need arise.
TEXTURED DIAMOND TRACTION
Combining the tactile feel of a diamond grove with the grip of an alligator pattern provides the paddler with a confidence-inspiring platform that feels soft yet solid underfoot.
Based on 9 reviews
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9 Reviews
Reviewed by Krista C.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Age
45 - 54
Years Paddleboarding
>1 Year
Bryon 9’8
Love, love, love this Paddleboard. Lightweight & easy to carry! Perfect for 5’3” height!
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Reviewed by Aimee O.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Age
35 - 44
Years Paddleboarding
>1 Year
Excellent product and service!
I spent a lot of time looking for a smaller, lighter board for me (5'-3") and my dog to enjoy! I couldn't be more happy with my Byron. When I had a problem with my fin, a quick email to Honu resulted in them immediately sending out a new one so I could get back on my board asap. That really is amazing customer service!
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Reviewed by ACF
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Age
45 - 54
Years Paddleboarding
5+ Years
Loving it - Totally capable of taking everywhere.
My wife just got her new Byron paddle board and she loved it, it took here 30 mins to get used to it as she was used to a hard board paddle board. She took it out for a 3 mile ride today and simply loved it. For her size it is the perfect model ( especially since she knows I am over the weight limit for this board ;) ) this way only she can ride it. Construction is incredible, Mark has been extremely responsive. She totally recommends it hands down.
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Reviewed by Jennifer A.
Verified Buyer
I recommend this product
Age
45 - 54
Years Paddleboarding
3 - 5 Years
Perfect
Everything about this board is perfect for me. I’m 5’3” and wanted to find something smaller. I was able to inflate to 18 psi in under 10 min. Love the 31” width. It tracks well once I get moving.
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