I bought this board based on the excellent price and the professional reviews in on-line articles. I did buy the Serene Life electric pump so I didn't have to inflate by hand. Easy to inflate, instructions were not clear on the valve position so that was a little stressful. (Up position when inflating so air doesn't pour out when detatching the pump.). Easy to clean with a hose and sponge and easy to roll up to store. Very stable inspite of the narrow width and light (under 20 lbs). I inflate to 12 PSI for the river. Freinds bought the same board after experiencing mine.