How good is the Bluefin Cruise (Tandem)?
The BlueFin Cruise 2024 has a length of 325 – 482 cm (10’8″- 15′ feet), is up to 91.5 cm wide and about 16 cm thick when inflated. It has six sturdy carrying handles and eight rings to which the two kayak seats can be attached if required.
The ideal touring SUP board for paddling together?
Summary of the BlueFin Cruise test – what our SUP tester Robin says:
The simple conversion into a kayak provides variety and, if you prefer, a more leisurely tour in a seated position. Another practical feature for us is the mount for a universal action camera on the nose of the paddle board. The Croko-Diamant deck pad is optimally non-slip and very comfortable underfoot.
The Cruise Tandem is particularly suitable for couples to spend a few romantic hours on the water with the SUP. But this SUP also guarantees a lot of fun on your own or with friends, family and pets. A real all-rounder!
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Product details
- Price: approx. 499 $
- Weight: approx. 14 kg
- Material: 500 denier PVC fabric
- Maximum user weight: 130 kg
- Dimensions: 325 x 83.5 x 16 cm
- Pack size: approx. 100 x 50 x 45 cm
- Scope of delivery: SUP board, fiberglass paddle, air pump, fin, leash, transport backpack, GoPro mount, kayak conversion kit
- Maximum air pressure: 28 psi, 15-18 psi recommended
Advantages and disadvantages
- Combination of touring and all-round board
- Complete set (including fiberglass paddle, air pump, fin, leash, GoPro mount, kayak conversion kit)
- SUP board for 2 people
- Can also be used as a solo touring board
- Great price-performance ratio
- Attractive design
- Free shipping worldwide
- High stability
- Carrying handle
- Runs straight ahead well
- EVA pad
- Reinforced rail
- Luggage net
- SUP paddle can be converted into a kayak paddle
- Luggage net
- Rather unsuitable for SUP beginners to paddle alone
- Less suitable for SUP surfing
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BlueFin Cruise experience
Shape
The Bluefin Cruise Tandem combines the aggressive characteristics of a touring board with those of an all-rounder. The board measures 482 x 92 x 16.5 cm.
Thanks to its length, the Cruise Tandem runs perfectly straight, while the high width ensures that the board is stable enough for 2 people to tip over. The light rocker cuts through waves effortlessly and improves the gliding properties of the board.
That’s what our SUP tester Robin says:
Material
In terms of materials and workmanship, the Bluefin Cruise Tandem belongs to the top class. The rails of the board are double reinforced and made of 500 denier PVC fabric. The PVC layers are welded together and not glued, which greatly improves the durability of the board.
Thanks to the Exo Surf lamination construction, the Cruise Tandem is very hard and UV-resistant. The dropstitch pattern in the core of the board is very dense and thus ensures outstanding rigidity.
That’s what our SUP tester Robin says:
Surface
As befits a tandem board, the surface of the board is equipped with a long non-slip pad. The Croko diamond deck has a diamond structure and thus ensures good grip and a firm footing.
The kickpad at the tail makes tight turns possible and serves as an orientation aid. The D-rings can be used to attach tensioning straps for accessories, such as the kayak seat supplied. There are also several carrying handles for easy transportation.
That’s what our SUP tester Robin says:
Another practical feature on our excursions was the option of storing luggage in the luggage net provided on the nose of the board. We were able to pack provisions and even our snorkeling equipment in a waterproof bag. However, a second luggage net, e.g. at the tail, would have been practical for a tandem.
Price-performance ratio
The Bluefin Cruise Tandem offers impressive value for money. The board is sold as a SUP set, the scope of delivery includes: Board, air pump, fiberglass paddle, fins, leash, GoPro mount and a kayak conversion kit.
Everything you need for stand-up paddling is included here.
That’s what our SUP tester Robin says:
Field of application
The Bluefin Cruise is a real all-rounder and is suitable for relaxed paddling and long SUP exploration tours. Whether on the river, sea or lake.
However, the board is less suitable for SUP surfing.
That’s what our SUP tester Robin says:
Thanks to the “double” drive, we were able to reach quite high speeds and also master longer distances relatively easily. The Bluefin Cruise Tandem lived up to its name as an all-rounder among touring paddle boards. The Bluefin Cruise Tandem is also very comfortable to ride alone and is ideal for solo touring.
How long does it take to inflate?
What our SUP tester Robin says about the BlueFin TANDEM:
It took the two of us about 15 minutes to get the SUP fully inflated and ready for the water. The manufacturer recommends inflating the Bluefin Cruise Tandem to 15 to 18 PSI (pounds per square inch). Here, 14.5 PSI corresponds to approximately 1 bar of tire pressure. We usually pumped the SUP up to around 17 PSI in order to be as stable as possible on the water.
BlueFin Cruise Test Conclusion: Does SUP deliver what it promises?
That’s what our SUP tester Robin says:
Customer opinions and experiences
Customers are very satisfied with the Bluefin Cruise Tandem. The outstanding rigidity of the board is particularly praised.
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