In-Depth Guide

ABOUT HD AERO INFLATABLE PADDLE BOARDS

If you're looking for a "one board for everything," then the HD Aero is for you. A perfectly capable fishing machine, the HD Aero is equally at home just hanging out with family. A great combination of stability, speed and standard features make the HD Aero the most versatile inflatable board we make.

Rac Compatible

Use the removable rac recievers to instantly transform your BOTE into the ultimate fishing platform with the sold separately Tackle Rac or Bucket Rac.

TRAVELINK COMPATIBLE

The sold separately Travelink™ is an adjustable carry strap that latches to the rail of your board to provide easier transport.

KULA COOLER COMPATIBLE

Use it as a cooler, seat, bait well, rod holder, cast net holder, equipment storage, or just about anything that you can do with a five-gallon bucket.

PADDLE SHEATH

The Paddle Sheath™ allows you to insert the blade end of the paddle into a slot (located on the bow of the board), freeing up your hands for other activities.

MAGNEPOD™ Compatible

Compatible with our MAGNEPOD magnetic drinkware and accessory retention system.

Rac Compatible

Use the removable rac recievers to instantly transform your BOTE into the ultimate fishing platform with the sold separately Tackle Rac or Bucket Rac.

TRAVELINK COMPATIBLE

The sold separately Travelink™ is an adjustable carry strap that latches to the rail of your board to provide easier transport.

KULA COOLER COMPATIBLE

Use it as a cooler, seat, bait well, rod holder, cast net holder, equipment storage, or just about anything that you can do with a five-gallon bucket.

PADDLE SHEATH

The Paddle Sheath™ allows you to insert the blade end of the paddle into a slot (located on the bow of the board), freeing up your hands for other activities.

MAGNEPOD™ Compatible

Compatible with our MAGNEPOD magnetic drinkware and accessory retention system.

PACKABLE + PORTABLE

Aero Travel Bag

In a matter of minutes, you can transform this inflatable from something that fits in a backpack to a fully functional watercraft—which means supreme ease of transportation. And even if you live in a studio apartment in Manhattan, you could find room for it in your closet.

  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 36″ L × 17″ W × 13″ D
  • Avg. Loaded Bag Weight: 48 LBS

INFLATION & DEFLATION

What goes up, must come down. Getting your Aero inflated and deflated is simple. First remove it from the travel bag, unroll, locate the inflation valve, attach the pump hose to the valve and fill ‘er up. When you are ready to pack it up, do everything in reverse ... Easy as 1,2,3.

Innovations

Rac Compatible

Use the removable rac recievers to instantly transform your BOTE into the ultimate fishing platform with the sold separately Tackle Rac or Bucket Rac.

TRAVELINK COMPATIBLE

The sold separately Travelink™ is an adjustable carry strap that latches to the rail of your board to provide easier transport.

KULA COOLER COMPATIBLE

Use it as a cooler, seat, bait well, rod holder, cast net holder, equipment storage, or just about anything that you can do with a five-gallon bucket.

PADDLE SHEATH

The Paddle Sheath™ allows you to insert the blade end of the paddle into a slot (located on the bow of the board), freeing up your hands for other activities.

MAGNEPOD™ Compatible

Compatible with our MAGNEPOD magnetic drinkware and accessory retention system.

Care & Storage

PACKABLE + PORTABLE

Aero Travel Bag

In a matter of minutes, you can transform this inflatable from something that fits in a backpack to a fully functional watercraft—which means supreme ease of transportation. And even if you live in a studio apartment in Manhattan, you could find room for it in your closet. Need help folding your LONO? We've made complete step-by-step instruction on how to fold your LONO Aero.

  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 41″L × 19″W × 13″D
  • Avg. Loaded Bag Weight: 73 LBS

INFLATION & DEFLATION

What goes up, must come down. Getting the LONO Aero inflated and deflated is simple. First remove the folded kayak from the travel bag, unroll, locate all inflation valves, attach the pump hose to the valves and fill ‘em up. When you are ready to pack it up, do everything in reverse ... Easy as 1,2,3.

Full Features & Specs

Technical Specs

Construction

Inflatable AeroBOTE Technology

Dimensions

11′6″ L × 34″ W × 6″ D

Avg. Weight

30 LBS

Capacity

315 LBS

If rider weight is within 50 LBS of a board's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity board.

Hull Design

Flat Bottom with Entry Rocker

Travel Bag Dimensions

36″ L × 17″ W × 13″ D

Loaded Bag Weight

48 LBS

Optimal Inflation

10-15 PSI

Included Items

One (1)

HD Aero 11′6″ Inflatable Paddle Board

One (1)

3-Piece Adjustable SUP Paddle

One (1)

10″ Removable Aero Center Fin

One (1)

Pair of Slide-In Aero Rac Receivers

One (1)

Removable Aero Paddle Sheath

One (1)

Removable Aero Sandspear Sheath*
*Bug Slinger™ Styles Only

One (1)

Hand Pump

One (1)

Aero Repair Kit

One (1)

Backpack Style Travel Bag

Features

MAGNEPOD™

Stashpod

APEX Pedal Port

Cooler Tie-Down Points

Rac Mounting Points

Paddle Sheath

Sandspear Sheath

Bug Slinger™ Styles Only

Paddle Straps

Full Trax Styles Only

Sandspear Straps

Bug Slinger™ Styles Only

Power-Pole® Micro Mounting Points

Bug Slinger™ Styles Only

Accessory Mounting Points

Travelink Storage Points

Grab Handles

Lift SUP Handle

Front Bungees

Rear Bungees

BVA Foam Deck Pad

Compatibility

MAGNEPOD™ Accessory Compatible

Travelink™ Compatible

Tackle Rac Compatible

Bucket Rac Compatible

Wheel Rac Compatible

Top Mount Only

Power Rac Compatible

Grab Rac Compatible

Rocket Rac Compatible

Sandspear Compatible

Bug Slinger™ Styles Only

Powe-Pole® Micro Compatible

Bug Slinger™ Styles Only

APEX•PD Compatible

2-Year Warranty

If our product isn't performing as it should, don't hesitate to reach out to our customer service team.

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Made with AeroTech

Our portable, highly durable Aero inflatable technology lets you take adventure with you wherever you go.

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Free Shipping

Go ahead, make it yours! FREE Shipping on orders $100+ in the contiguous U.S., including freight.

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30-Day Aero Guarantee

We want you to be 100% Satisfied. Try it for 30 days and if for any reason you aren't happy, return it to us.

Returns subject to a restocking fee. Terms and Conditions apply.

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HD Aero How-To Guides

How To: Pack Up Your Aero Paddle Board

How To: Inflate Your Aero Paddle Board

How To: Install An Aero Center Fin

How To: Adjust Your SUP Paddle

How To: Install Your Rac Receivers

How To: Install Your Paddle Sheath

How To: Get On Your Paddle Board

How To: Stand Up On Your Paddle Board

how To: Paddling Techniques

Essential Paddling Gear

how To: Paddling Techniques

How To: Install A Power-Pole Micro onto an Aero Board