Stand up paddle boards can be expensive, but there are also a lot of affordable options available. The main reason paddle boards are so expensive is because of the material the boards are made out of and the manufacturing process of the boards. Stand up paddle board prices can vary between $300 and $2,500 depending on the material and type of board. The average price of a well made, high-quality stand up paddle board is $750.
The goal of choosing the right sized paddle board is so you have the right about of buoyancy on the board and so the board performs the way you would like it depending on the water conditions you will be riding. A board without enough buoyancy will ride too low in the water and will be harder to balance and control.