20 Best Paddle Board Accessories In 2023

Your day on the water isn’t truly complete without the SUP Buddy. Both a beverage holder and a dashboard for your SUP, it’s among the best SUP accessories for any adventure. It allows you to set your drink down with confidence it will stay up.  

For stability, the SUP Buddy suctions down to your paddle board and has Velcro to secure your koozie or any other item you place on it. As a bonus, the kit also comes with a mesh bag you can loop around the suction cup and use for empties and extras.

Gone are the days when paddle boarding was restricted to sunlight hours! With the Kayalu Kayalite SUP lamp, you can take in a breathtaking sunset on the water, go for a moonlight paddle, or extend your time on the water with overnight trips. Simply clip it onto an eyelet and the tension cable will hold it taut.

Ready to take on the water right out of the package, it comes equipped with three AA batteries that will give you 100 hours of bright 360° LED lighting before you have to replace them. Made of high-strength ABS plastic and marine-grade steel fitting, the Kayak light is incredibly durable and can stand up to the occasional smack with a paddle. Additionally, an IPX8 rating enables it to withstand submersion down to 1000 feet.

When leaving your paddle board unattended, the Dock SUP board lock will give you some peace of mind that your board is safe, as long as you attach it to a stationary object such as a car roof rack, pack bench, bike rack, tree, or dock piling. Simply clamp the jaws around the SUP leash plug bar or fin cleat, wrap the cable around a secure object, and insert the end in the lock spool. Add a four-digit pin and your board is secured.  

As a bonus, the cable is 10 feet long so you can use it to lock multiple boards. Made of marine-grade stainless steel, the lock will not rust or corrode in salt water so you can use it anywhere. To prevent damage to boards, the jaws is encased in a plastic nylon housing, while the steel-wire cable is coated with vinyl.

Equipped with large beach wheels that navigate easily through a wide range of surfaces, the Cor Surf wheeled carrier makes it incredibly easy to move large and heavy SUPs to and from the water. By doing this, this set of wheels will save your back and drastically improve your SUP experience.

Once you’re done lugging the board, the Cor Surf is lightweight and the wheels detach for ease of storage. As for durability, the aluminum bars and hardware are resistant to rust, which makes the dolly great to bring to the ocean. As a bonus, it comes with a lifetime warranty making the deal even sweater.

At 12x14 inches, the SUP-Now deck bag is large enough to fit essentials such as sandals, water bottles, sunscreen, snacks, and phone in a waterproof case, but not too large that it gets in the way. While the bag itself isn’t waterproof, it comes with a waterproof insert for your cell phone, wallet, and keys.

The paddleboard pouch easily mounts to hard boards using four commercial grade suction cups (included in the package). The mesh bag is stretched in between them to create a great home for everything you need for a day on the water. If you have an inflatable paddle board, the deck bag also comes with 4 clips and a bungee you can use to attach it to your board.

The BPS Deluxe SUP carry pack has got all your SUP carrying and storage needs covered. Besides the SUP carry strap, the pack includes a Velcro paddle holder, a waterproof phone case, a large SUP deck bag, and a waist carry bag with a see-through mesh panel on one side.

Equipped with a triple-padded shoulder pad, the strap makes it very easy to carry even a heavy board on one shoulder. Thanks to a huge adjustment range, you can personalize it to your board size and height. The deck bag attaches to hard boards via suction cups, or goes under the bungee system on inflatable boards.

Lightweight and compact yet strong enough to hold your SUP in place, the Airhead SUP anchor is a fantastic anchor kit to bring along when you intend to fish, do yoga on the water, or paddle to the middle of the lake and relax with a group of friends.  

Weighing 1.5 lbs. and foldable to a small size, this Airhead anchor kit is a great lightweight and space-efficient addition to your hard paddle boarding setup or iSUP accessories package. Packed in its nylon carry bag, it won’t take much space in your SUP bag. Since it uses a stainless steel spring hook, it's suitable for both freshwater and saltwater use.

With the FUN TOES neoprene socks covering your feet, cold water won’t keep you from enjoying your favorite activity. Made of 2.5mm thick neoprene, the socks do an incredible job of keeping your feet warm and cutting down on chafing. Beyond that, the socks have grip soles that give your great traction on your board and also protect your feet when walking on sandy and shell beaches.

Paddle boarding is no longer just a summer activity when you’re equipped with the proper gear, including the best neoprene socks. Get these socks and watch as your season gets longer. The best part is that you get two pairs of these water socks at a great price.

When stand up paddleboarding with your furry friend, the Pup Deck traction pad for dogs is a great SUP accessory to ensure your dog has a good grip and feels secure on the board. It’s designed to go right where your dog sits - on the front of the board. Made of closed-cell EVA foam with an aggressive brushed finish, it provides excellent traction for dog paws.  

Beyond this, the tough pad adds a welcomed barrier between your dog’s nails and your precious board. Thanks to the oval design, the Pup Deck is sure to fit on most paddle boards. Applying it is easy and it uses a 3M adhesive to create a firm bond to your board and prevent the traction pad from shifting around.

When not on the water, the StoreYourBoard SUP wall rack is the best multiple paddleboards rack on the market. It will hold up to three boards off the floor, freeing up some valuable space in your garage or storage room. Thanks to heavy duty all-steel construction, the rack is incredibly sturdy and can hold a maximum weight of 75lbs. 

With 27 inches long arms and a generous 12 inches of space between the arms, the rack can accommodate race, touring, surf, and inflatable paddle boards up to 40" wide, and there’s enough space for big fins. Not only is the black finish on the rack sleek and elegant, but it also makes the wall mounted rack rust-resistant and longlasting. To cap it off, foam padding on the arms ensure the boards remain in pristine condition.

When it comes to SUP Coolers, the AO Coolers SUP soft cooler is the best there is. Specifically designed for stand up paddle boards, it’s equipped with thick closed cell foam insulation that gives it a superior ice retention of 24 hours in 120-degree heat. You can count on it to keep your drinks and snacks cold even with the summer sun beating down on it and no matter how long you ride for.

Just the right size for paddle boards, the AO is also easy to strap on your board. If you have a rigid board, you can easily secure it with the provided suction cups. If you’re riding an inflatable, you can tie it down using the eye hooks provided. A good thing is that the soft vinyl exterior won’t ruin your board. Additionally, the combination of a waterproof vinyl exterior and a leak-proof TPU liner guarantees that the cooler bag won’t leak or sweat. 

Whether you are a weekend warrior or an avid paddler, you can increase the storage space on your paddle board with the NSI Bungee It deck attachment. Simply clip it to your deck, and voila, you have an extra bungee storage system for attaching extra gear. 

For attachment, the Bungee Deck comes complete with four rubber plates and Spectra loops that provide a strong adhesive on the board. The shock bungee cord runs through the plates giving you a secure on-deck tie-down system for your gear. Overall, the NSI is one of the best paddle board attachments for SUP touring, fishing, and camping adventures.

With the Paddle Board Accessories SUP cooler bag, you get two stand up paddle boarding accessories in one package: a cooler bag and a mesh bag. The cooler bag keeps your snacks fresh and drinks cold and refreshing for hours, while the mesh top is a great place to stash your water bottle, sunglasses, and sunscreen.

Both the soft-sided cooler and zippered mesh bag are perfectly sized for paddle boards. Suction cups for sticking it to a hard board are provided. As one of your inflatable SUP accessories, you can secure it under the built-in bungee straps. As a bonus, this useful accessory comes with a 100% lifetime warranty so you can be sure you’re making a good buy.

For a quick and easy way to secure your stand up board on the roof rack of your car, the DORSAL tie down straps are just what you need. Coming in at 15 feet long, these straps allow you to easily car top your boards and secure them. For strength, the straps are heavy-duty and UV resistant, while the buckles are made of anodized zinc alloy.

A noteworthy advantage this tie down kit offers is that you can preserve the look of your vehicle, as you don’t have to drill into the roof. Additionally, the buckles have padding to protect your SUP and vehicle from scratches. The DORSAL tie down straps are also a great option if you have multiple vehicles, as they allow you to carry your boards on different vehicles.

The INNO roof rack is a fantastic way to transport up to two stand up paddle boards on the roof of your car. Not only is the INNO incredibly easy to install to your cross bar, but it also makes loading and unloading your board very easy thanks to the floating strap system.

Featuring a universal mounting system, the roof carrier will mount easily to most cross bars. A ratcheting system allows the boards to be effortlessly secured to your roof, while locks on the hinges add security to the system giving you extra peace of mind that your board will be safe. In addition, the straps have a rubber coating to help protect the boards from damage.

Hands down, the OutdoorMaster SUP electric air pump is the best accessory for inflatable paddle boards. It's a high-pressure dual-stage pump that makes easy work of inflating even high-pressure iSUPs. During the first stage, it blows an impressive 350L of air per minute.

The second stage is slower at 70L/minute but powerful enough to take the SUP to the maximum PSI. Unlike other SUP electric pumps, the Outdoor master is equipped with an active cooling system that enable it to inflate up to three paddle boards in a row. It helps with deflation too making packing up a breeze. 

Finally, the NALU stand up paddle board sticker decal is a great way to show your love for this fast-growing water sport. With the classic white border design, you can sport it on your car, paddle board, or even your computer and show the world how much you love stand up paddle boarding. 

A durable vinyl material with a UV layer ensures this fun sticker will stay on come rain or shine, and won’t lose its vibrancy even after prolonged exposure to the elements. Last but not least, feel good about this purchase knowing that 10% of their profits goes directly to ocean clean up.