Below are the Best Paddle Boards over 400 Lbs Capacity. These boards can be used to be loaded up and taken on a proper adventure. What you bring is ultimately up to you but just to get your brain wondering..
Gear/ Paddler Suggestions for paddle boards over 400 lbs maximum capacity
- Fishing Gear: Fishing Racks (if board has Scotty Mounts), tackle boxes, cooler, fishing rods, fishing bags, dry nags
- Expedition Gear: Tents, tarps, backpacks, dry bags
- Tandem Paddling: Two people onboard as long as your combined weight is 20% under the manufacturer maximum capacity
- Small Paddler: Child, dog, cat, teenager (again look at maximum capacity)
Some things to consider as well are what type of paddle board attachments you need, how much onboard space you need for you vs your gear or extra passenger as well as what deck set-up best supports what you need.
Best Paddle Boards Over 400 lb capacity
The following boards are ranked based on their overall ratings. We Go indepth with each rating below when you click Jump to Review. The point of this is not to look at the score but rather look at the items that are most important to you. The score is just accumulation of the ratings. For more Paddle Boards by Maximum Capacities see here.
Nixy Monterey G4
- Dimensions: 11’6” x 34” x 6”
- Weight: 25 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 400 Lbs
- Materials Used: Dual Layer Fusion with Dual Chambers and Carbon side rails
- Best For: Longer Excurisons and Paddlers who want lots of onboard storage.
3. Blackfin XL
- Dimensions: 11’6 X 34” X 6”
- Weight: 29 Lbs
- Maxi Capacity: 485 Lbs
- Materials: Military Grade Triple Layer PVC w/ Carbon Rails
- Best For: Paddlers who want a board with lots of storage room and add-on capabilities.
Gili Meno 11'6" XL
- Dimensions: 11’6” x 35” x 6”
- Weight: 24 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 485 Lbs
- Materials Used: Dual Layer Fusion PVC
- Best For: Paddlers who want a stable platform and lots of add-ons
Thursosurf Expedition 150
- Dimensions: 12’6” x 31” x 6”
- Weight: 26 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 410 Lbs
- Materials Used: Dual Layer PVC with Cross Threaded Drop Stitch and Carbon Side Rails
- Best For: Paddlers who want a long distance SUP that can hold lots of gear
Atoll 11'
- Dimensions: 11” x 32” x 6”
- Weight: 21 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 400 Lbs
- Materials Used: dual layer fusion PVC
- Best For: Most Paddlers of all skill levels who want great value
Tower Xtreme Paddle Board
- Dimensions: 10’4 X 35” X 6”
- Weight: 29 Lbs
- Max Capacity: 550 Lbs
- Materials Used: Dual Layer PVC
- Best For: Paddlers who want a stable and highly manueverable SUP.
1. Nixy Monterey 11’6″ (Top Pick)
Features
- Dimensions: 11’6” x 34” x 6”
- Weight: 25 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 400 Lbs
- Materials: Dual Layer Fusion with Welded Seams
Total Score: 8.8 (Average of Below Numbers)
- On-Water Performance – 8.4
- Stability 9
- Tracking 8.5
- Speed 8
- Maneuverability 8
- SUP Construction – 9.5
- Board Features – 9.2
- Deck Pad 9.5
- D Rings 9
- Deck Bungees 9
- Action Mounts: 10
- Handles 8.5
- Accessories – 9.1
- Backpack 9
- Paddle 9
- Pump 9
- Fins 9.5
- Set-Up/ Take Down – 8
The Nixy Monterey is a beefy expedition-grade board, that offers solid stability with a narrower shape. While the board does not have the pointed nose that many touring SUPs do, it does have a narrower board shape compared to other boards that have the 34” wide designation.
At 11′6″ and weighing around 25 lb, it supports heavy gear, tandem paddling, and even accommodates most pets or kids without much stability worries. It only starts getting dicy when you add a heavier adult passenger onboard with you due to the boards narrower shape.
The Monterey G4 excels in board construction, earning top scores (9.5), accessories (9.1), and board features (9.2).
The G5 has taken off the side fins and does not have as many action mounts, and it lost the extra row of bungee deck rigging as well as the Scotty Mounts. For the SUP purist who likes a simpler paddle board, this could be good news.
On-water, it delivers a stable ride with high marks for stability (9), tracking (8.5), and speed (8). Its ample deck space and extensive bungee rigging make it ideal for long hauls or fishing expeditions.
The trade-offs? Its bigger build and bulkier accessories make it less travel-friendly, and at 34″ wide, it’s not the sleekest for pure touring ability. It’s clearly built for adventure and capacity, not speed like the Nixy Manhattan G4 Plus.
You can see our full Nixy Monterey Review here.
Pros
- Outstanding rigidity and tandem/pet support
- High scores for build quality and design
- Great for expedition-style paddling with heavy gear
- Nixy offers great customer service
Cons
- Bulky Package
- Lost side fins, which allow you to tweak the boards’ on-water metrics
2. Blackfin XL 6.0 11’6″ (Stability Pick)
Features
- Dimensions: 11’6 X 34” X 6”
- Weight: 29 Lbs
- Maxi Capacity: 485 Lbs
- Materials: Military Grade Triple Layer PVC w/ Carbon Rails
Total Rating: 8.4 / 10 (Accumulated Ratings Below)
- On-Water Performance – 8.1
- Stability 9
- Tracking 8
- Speed 7.5
- Maneuverability 8
- SUP Construction – 9
- Board Features – 8.9
- Deck Pad 8
- D Rings 8.5
- Deck Bungees 9
- Action Mounts: 9.5
- Handles 9.5
- Accessories – 8
- Backpack
- Paddle
- Pump
- Fins 8
- Set-Up/ Take Down 8
The Blackfin XL 6.0 is an expedition workhorse. With triple-layer construction, carbon side rails, and a large 485 lb capacity, it’s built tough for two-person tours or full setup load the board up type of adventure paddling.
The Blackfin XL 6.0 is also extremely versatile. It can be used as a fantastic fishing SUP thanks to its Scotty Mounts and Action mounts that can house fishing racks and rod holders, respectively. It also offers the stability to keep you confident as you are casting onboard.
Its paddle efficiency is strong (7 strokes per side measured), and gear compatibility is excellent with removable bungees and action mounts for fishing or camping setups .
However, its durability comes with some extra weight, around 29 lb, making carrying the board a bit more challenging. The package usually comes with a bag with wheels, which makes transporting the bag from the trunk to the shoreline a bit easier.
The Blackfin XL 6.0 is not as nimble in the water compared to the Blackfin Ultra CX, but it boasts a lot more stability, which is ideal for bigger/ taller paddlers who are new to paddleboarding.
You can see our full Blackfin XL 6.0 Review here.
Pros
- Rugged build with high payload capacity
- Good paddle efficiency and gear features
- Ideal for expedition, tandem, or fishing use
- Offers a good amount of deck rigging and onboard accessory capabilities
- Very stable for most-sized paddlers
Cons
- Heavy to transport (approx. 29 lb)
- The board can be hard to fold the first few times
3. Gili Meno 11’6″ (Family Pick)
Features
- Dimensions: 11’6” x 35” x 6”
- Weight: 24 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 485 Lbs
- Materials: Dual Layer Fusion PVC
Total Score: 8.4 (Average of Accumulated Ratings Below)
- On-Water Performance – 8.4
- Stability 9.5
- Tracking 8.5
- Speed 8
- Maneuverability 8
- SUP Construction – 9
- Board Features – 8.3
- Deck Pad 8
- D Rings 8
- Deck Bungees 8.5
- Action Mounts 8.5
- Handles 8.5
- Accessories – 8.5
- Backpack 8.5
- Paddle 8.5
- Pump 8
- Fins 9
- Set-Up/ Take Down – 8
The Gili Meno 11’6″ blends family-friendly width 34″ with gear flexibility thanks to its wide deck arrangment. As well as compatibility for tandem, leisure, or fishing use thanks to its Scotty and action mounts. The Gili Meno XL 11’6” also offers a good amount of deck webbing to stash gear of all sizes in the front and rear of the paddleboard.
It paddles smoothly, even under heavy loads up to 300 lb, while staying responsive thanks to carbon rails and optional fin . Infact, our tester Zia managed to stand and paddle an adult passenger onboard with no problem whatsoever on our way to paddle to the Kaslo Jazzfest.
It could be said, however, that its rounded hull hinders sprint performance, and it’s more bulky than nimble, designed to handle gear and other passengers, not speed.
It should also be noted that the Gili company may have run out of business due to all of their products going out of stock.
You can see our full Gili Meno 11’6″ Review here.
Pros
- Superb stability and tandem capacity
- Versatile for multiple paddler types
- Solid tracking and onboard features
Cons
- Not sure if Gili Sports is still in business
- Lacks performance agility for fitness paddlers
4. Thurso Surf Expedition 150 (Touring Pick)
Features
- Dimensions: 12’6” x 31” x 6”
- Weight: 26 Lbs
- Maximum Capacity: 410 Lbs
- Materials: Dual Layer PVC with Cross-Threaded Drop Stitch and Carbon Side Rails
Total Score: 8.3 (Average of Below Scores)
- On-Water Performance – 8.5
- Stability 7.5
- Tracking 9.5
- Speed 9
- Maneuverability 8
- SUP Construction – 8.5
- Board Features – 7.6
- Deck Pad 8
- D Rings 8
- Deck Bungees 8
- Action Mounts 7
- Handles 7
- Accessories – 8.6
- Backpack 8
- Paddle 8.5
- Pump 9
- Fins 9
- Set-Up/ Take Down – 8.5
The Expedition 150 is built for adventure. At a massive 12′6” length and 31”″ width, it’s constructed for expeditions with heavy setups thanks to the larger spacing in the bungee deck webbing. It won’t be the most stable board on the list due to its 31” width, but it is the fastest due to its pointed nose and elongated body.
This board is ideal for paddlers who have some SUP experience already, as brand new paddlers may have some trouble balancing on this board compared to some of our other picks on this list. It is a long distance pick for paddlers who want to do adventurous day paddles to multi-day paddling excursions, thanks to the board’s 410 lb maximum capacity.
It tracks straight thanks to its big fin and handles choppy water well, thanks to its pointed nose that can chop through smaller waves you may encounter from boats, etc.
The onboard features include paddle holders on both sides and built-in action mounts, which can be used to document your journey as you paddle throughout different terrains.
You can see our full Thursosurf Expedition 150 Review here.
Pros
- Exceptional capacity and expedition fit-out
- Excellent tracking and on-water balance
- Fully loaded for serious paddling
Cons
- Not the most stable board on the list
- Not the ideal passenger board
5. Atoll 11’0″ (Budget Pick)
Features
- Dimensions: 11’ x 32″ x 6″
- Weight: 21 lbs
- Max Capacity: 400 lbs
- Materials: Dual Layer Drop Stitch Technology
Total Score 8.2/10 (Average of Below)
- On-Water Performance: 8.5
- Stability: 9
- Tracking: 8
- Speed: 8
- Maneuverability: 8
- SUP Construction: 9
- Board Features: 8
- Deck Pad: 8.5
- D Rings: 9
- Deck Bungees: 7.5
- Handles: 7
- Accessories: 7.5
- Backpack: 7
- Paddle: 7
- Pump: 7
- Fins: 8
- Set-Up/ Take Down: 8
The Atoll 11 is a solid all-around board at 11′ × 32″, weighing around 21 lb, designed for stability without sacrificing glide.
It is one of the most stable boards I have tested that is within these dimensions. It’s a perfect board for beginner paddlers who want a stable board that can grow with them as they level up their SUP skills.
It’s notable for its tough build, 550 lb tested (400 lbs maximum) capacity, and smooth paddle metrics, scoring 9/10 for stability and 8/10 in tracking, speed, and maneuverability. I even tested it in the freezing cold waters of Salt Spring without a hitch when testing the limits of the on-water metrics of this board.
The board was stable throughout the variety of tests I conducted, including reverse sweet strokes, tracking tests, and speed tests. It’s a solid board to use for SUP activities such as SUP yoga, fishing, touring, or casual day tours/ excursions.
Its kit is robust, though rudimentary, lacking detachable 5” side fins and rear bungees. Still, the board stands out as a reliable, affordable multi‑use board that is good for most sized paddlers.
You can see our full Atoll 11 Review here.
Pros
- Fantastic beginner pick
- Solid stability and tracking with expedition-grade capacity
- Durable, lightweight design (21 lb)
- Versatile for multiple recreational activities
Cons
- Kit lacks bungees and side-fin options
- The accessories are fairly basic
- Only has front deck webbing
6. Tower Xtreme Paddle Board (Beginner Paddler Pick)
Features
- Dimensions: 10’4 X 35” X 6”
- Weight: 29 Lbs
- Max Capacity: 550 Lbs
- Materials Used: Dual Layer PVC
Total Score: 7.63/10 (The Averages of Below Scores)
- On-Water Performance – 8.1
- Stability 9.5
- Tracking 7
- Speed 7
- Maneuverability 9
- SUP Construction – 8
- Board Features – 7.4
- Deck Pad 8
- D Rings 7
- Deck Bungees 7
- Handles 7.5
- Accessories – 7.2
- Paddle 7.5
- Pump 7
- Fins 7
- Set-Up/ Take Down – 7.5
The Tower Xtreme may not have the deck bungees and all the bells and whistles like the other boards but it is a rock solid pick. Ideall for bigger/ taller paddlers who have trouble on normal all around SUPs.
The Tower Xtreme is 8″ thick which gives the board some extra rigidity. That coupled with the boards 550 Maximum Capacity it is sure to take on almost any paddler of any size. While you could theoretically use this as a tandem board we did find that the deck pad is a bit smaller in space compared to some of the other picks. It’s length is also 10’4″ which does not give you as much room onboard as some of the 11′ and 11’6″ paddle boards.
The Tower Xteme is a very stable board though. After our on-water paddling tests we found it to be one of the most manueverable boards we’ve been on. The board also felt steady throughout a bunch of reverse sweep strokes, tacking and speed tests which is great news for most beginner paddlers.
You can see our full Tower Xtreme Review here.
Pros
- Great board for bigger beginner paddlers
- Has very good stability to keep the biggest paddler sure footed
- can absorb the waves well
Cons
- Only has 2 rows of deck bungees
- We wish there was more accessories included
- Board is heavier and bigger to lug around, especially without a bag
Final Thoughts: Best Paddle Boards Over 400 lbs Capacity
For boards that are 400 lbs and over maximum capacity, its always important to ponder what exactly you want to carry on the board. Calculate your weight plus the weight of the gear or passengers onboard to see which board well best suit you. For those looking for the Best Tandem Paddle Boards see here.
