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OWNER’S GUIDE
READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE USING
YOUR STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE
OWNER’S MANUAL AND/OR ON THE PRODUCT MAY RESULT IN INJURY, INCLUDING THE POSSIBILITY
OF DEATH.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
S E C T I O N 1:
Identifying SUP Parts and Accessories
PAGES 4 - 24
WEIGHT CAPACITIES BY MODEL
PAGE 25
- REVIEW THE WEIGHT CAPACITY LIMITATIONS OF THIS BOARD AND NEVER EXCEED IT. WWW.
JIMMYSTYKS.COM
S E C T I O N 2:
- ALWAYS WEAR A COAST GUARD APPROVED PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE (PFD).
PaddleBoard Care and Maintenance
- NEVER GO PADDLEBOARDING IN SEVERE WEATHER OR WATER CONDITIONS THAT MIGHT AFFECT
YOUR ABILITY TO STEER THE BOARD OR RETURN TO SHORE.
- NEVER ALLOW MINORS TO USE THIS BOARD WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION.
S E C T I O N 3:
S E C T I O N 4:
Leash Installation
- NEVER USE THIS BOARD BEYOND YOUR SKILLS OR ABILITY.
S E C T I O N 5:
- CHECK LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS REGARDING PROPER AND SAFE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
- NEVER LEAVE BOARD EXPOSED TO DIRECT SUNLIGHT WHEN OUT OF THE WATER.
- DO NOT STORE PADDLE BOARD IN A WET BOARD BAG FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME.
- DO NOT LEAVE BOARD IN BAG UNDER DIRECT SUNLIGHT.
- TIGHTEN VENT CAP BEFORE TAKING BOARD INTO THE WATER.
- REGULARLY INSPECT VENT CAP O-RING FOR CRACKS, TEARS AND/OR DAMAGE BEFORE USE.
- FOR BEST VENTING, REPLACE YOUR CAP AND CAP SEAL ANNUALLY.
- REGISTER YOUR JIMMY STYKSTM PADDLEBOARD ONLINE TO ACTIVATE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
PageS 32 - 33
STABILIZER Fin Installation
PageS 34 - 35
RAIL FIN INSTALLATION
PAGES 36-37
S E C T I O N 6:
JS PADDLES
Page 38
PADDLE SIZING
PAGE 39
ADJUSTABLE PADDLES
PAGE 40
PROPER PADDLING TECHNIQUES
PAGE 41
S E C T I O N 7: Transportation TIPS
PageS 42-43
Safety Guidelines
Page 44
Limited Warranty Information
PAGE 45
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION, PARTS/ACCESSORIES, CALL
1-800-370-0745 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEB SITE,
WWW.JIMMYSTYKS.COM
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PAGES 28 - 31
JIMMY STYKSTM Vent Handle Use
- NEVER CONSUME ALCOHOL OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCES THAT MAY IMPAIR YOUR COORDINATION,
JUDGEMENT, OR ABILITY TO SAFELY PADDLE THE BOARD.
- NEVER USE THIS PRODUCT AFTER SUNSET, BEFORE DAWN OR AT ANY TIME IN POOR LIGHTING.
PAGES 26-27
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
C O A S T A L
A.
10’6”
F.
G.
H.
B.
x
C R U I S E R
29”
I.
x
4 3/ 8”
J.
K.
L.
C.
M.
SEC TION 1
C O A S T A L
A.
11’6”
F.
G.
H.
B.
4 3/ 8”
J.
K.
M.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
C. vent handle w/CAP
C. vent handle w/CAP
D. leash plug
D. leash plug
E. fin box/PLUGS
E. fin box/PLUGS
F. SPARE vent cap
F. SPARE vent cap
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. Fin Screw and Plate
H. STABILIZER fin KEY
H. STABILIZER fin KEY
I. STABILIZER FIN
I. STABILIZER FIN
J. RAIL FIN KEY & SCREWS
J. RAIL FIN KEY & SCREWS
L. leash
D.
K. RAIL FINS
E.
L. leash
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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1-800-370-0745 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEB SITE,
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x
L.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
K. RAIL FINS
E.
C R U I S E R
30”
I.
C.
B. Deck traction pad
D.
x
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
A.
A.
F L A T W A T E R
12’0”
F.
B.
G.
H.
C.
x
C R U I S E R
2 9 1/ 2”
x
12’6”
B.
G.
H.
C.
K.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
x
4 1/ 2”
I.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
C. vent handle w/CAP
C. vent handle w/CAP
D. leash plug
E. fin box
E. fin box
F. SPARE vent cap
F. SPARE vent cap
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. Fin Screw and Plate
H. fin KEY
H. fin KEY
I. RACING FIN
I. RACING FIN
J. leash
J. leash
D.
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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C R U I S E R
D. leash plug
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
32”
J.
B. Deck traction pad
D.
x
F.
I.
J.
K.
F L A T W A T E R
4 1/ 4”
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
A.
L A D I E S
10’0”
F.
G.
H.
B.
M.
x
SEC TION 1
C R U I S E R
3 1 1/ 2”
I.
x
A.
A D
D II EE SS
LL A
1100’’00””
4 1/ 2”
F.
G.
H.
B.
J.
K.
L.
C.
xx
C RR U
U II SS EE RR
C
1
33111 //22””
I.
xx
1
441 //22””
J.
K.
M.
L.
C.
D.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
B. Deck traction pad
C. vent handle w/CAP
C. vent handle w/CAP
D. leash plug
D. leash plug
E. fin box/PLUGS
E. fin box/PLUGS
F. SPARE vent cap
F. SPARE vent cap
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. Fin Screw and Plate
H. STABILIZER fin KEY
H. STABILIZER fin KEY
I. STABILIZER FIN
I. STABILIZER FIN
J. RAIL FIN KEY & SCREWS
J. RAIL FIN KEY & SCREWS
K. RAIL FINS
E.
L. leash
K. RAIL FINS
D.
E.
L. leash
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION, PARTS/ACCESSORIES, CALL
1-800-370-0745 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEB SITE,
WWW.JIMMYSTYKS.COM
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QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
A.
R A C I N G
12’6”
B.
x
F.
G.
H.
30”
SEC TION 1
A.
C O A S T A L
B.
F.
G.
H.
11’6”
x
C R U I S E R
31”
x
4 3/ 8”
S U P
x
7 5/ 8”
I.
C.
K.
M.
C.
J.
I.
L.
J.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
K.
B. Deck traction pad
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
C. vent handle w/CAP
B. Deck traction pad
D. leash plug
C. vent handle w/CAP
E. fin box/PLUGS
D. leash plug
F. SPARE vent cap
E. fin box
G. Fin Screw and Plate
F. SPARE vent cap
H. STABILIZER fin KEY
G. Fin Screw and Plate
I. STABILIZER FIN
H. fin KEY
I. RACING FIN
J. leash
D.
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
J. RAIL FIN KEY & SCREWS
D.
K. RAIL FINS
E.
L. leash
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION, PARTS/ACCESSORIES, CALL
1-800-370-0745 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEB SITE,
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QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
W A V E
A.
A.
R A C I N G
12’6”
B.
x
F.
G.
H.
10’0”
K.
R I D E R
31”
x
4 11/ 16”
S U P
2 9 1/ 2”
x
7 1/ 2”
F.
G.
H.
B.
I.
J.
J.
I.
M.
C.
x
K.
L.
C.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
C. vent handle w/CAP
B. Deck traction pad
D. leash plug
C. vent handle w/CAP
E. fin box/PLUGS
D. leash plug
F. SPARE vent cap
E. fin box
G. Fin Screw and Plate
F. SPARE vent cap
H. STABILIZER fin KEY
G. Fin Screw and Plate
I. STABILIZER FIN
H. fin KEY
I. RACING FIN
J. leash
D.
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
J. RAIL FIN KEY & SCREWS
D.
K. RAIL FINS
E.
L. leash
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION, PARTS/ACCESSORIES, CALL
1-800-370-0745 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEB SITE,
WWW.JIMMYSTYKS.COM
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QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
TM
A.
H Y B R I D
A.
11’6”
F.
x
H Y B R I D
4 3/ 4”
11’4”
x
F.
B.
K.
C.
32”
I.
G.
H.
B.
x
S U P
J.
S U P
32”
x
4 3/ 4”
I.
G.
H.
C.
J.
K.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
B. Deck traction pad
C. vent handle w/CAP
C. vent handle w/CAP
D. leash plug
D. leash plug
E. fin box
E. fin box
F. SPARE vent cap
F. SPARE vent cap
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. Fin Screw and Plate
H. fin KEY
H. fin KEY
I. STABILIZER FIN
D.
J. leash
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
I. STABILIZER FIN
D.
J. leash
E.
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION, PARTS/ACCESSORIES, CALL
1-800-370-0745 OR CONTACT US THROUGH OUR WEB SITE,
WWW.JIMMYSTYKS.COM
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QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
A.
H Y B R I D
A.
11’4”
x
F.
B.
4 3/ 4
11’4”
G.
H.
C.
J.
4 3/ 4”
J.
L.
D.
K.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
B. BUNGEE CORD
C. Deck traction pad
D. leash plug
D. vent handle w/CAP
E. fin box
E. leash plug
F. SPARE vent cap
F. fin box
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. SPARE vent cap
H. fin KEY
H. Fin Screw and Plate
I. STABILIZER FIN
I. fin KEY
J. leash
J. STABILIZER FIN
E.
K. leash
F.
L. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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x
C. vent handle w/CAP
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
S U P
32”
B.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
D.
x
I.
K.
C.
x
I.
G.
H.
H Y B R I D
S U P
32”
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
TM
A.
H Y B R I D
A.
11’2”
x
3 1 1/ 2”
H Y B R I D
S U P
x
12’6”
4 1/ 2”
x
S U P
32”
x
6
5
/ 8”
B.
F.
B.
G
I.
G.
H.
J.
H.
I.
C.
C.
K.
L.
J.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
D.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
B. BUNGEE CORD
C. vent handle w/CAP
C. Deck traction pad
D. leash plug
D. vent handle w/CAP
E. fin box
E. leash plug
F. SPARE vent cap
F. fin box
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. SPARE vent cap
H. fin KEY
H. Fin Screw and Plate
I. STABILIZER FIN
I. fin KEY
J. leash
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
J. STABILIZER FIN
E.
K. leash
F.
L. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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K.
D.
QUESTIONS/COMMENTS:
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
A.
L E I S U R E
11’2”
x
33”
S U P
x
Y O U T H
5”
8’0”
F.
I.
G.
H.
B.
K.
S U P
29”
F.
x
4 5/ 8”
I.
G.
H.
A.
C.
x
J.
J.
B.
K.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. Deck traction pad
C. vent handle w/CAP
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
C.
B. Deck traction pad
C. vent handle w/CAP
D. leash plug
D. leash plug
E. fin box
E. fin box
F. SPARE vent cap
F. SPARE vent cap
G. Fin Screw and Plate
G. Fin Screw and Plate
H. fin KEY
H. fin KEY
I. STABILIZER FIN
D.
J. leash
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
E.
I. STABILIZER FIN
D.
J. leash
E.
K. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
TM
A.
A.
B.
F I S H I N G
12’0”
H.
I.
C.
x
32”
B.
S U P
x
5”
H.
K.
C.
J.
E.
L.
D.
M.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
B. BUNGEE CORD
B. BUNGEE CORD
C. DECK TRACTION PAD
C. DECK TRACTION PAD
D. vent handle w/CAP
D. vent handle w/CAP
E. BUNGEE CORD
E. BUNGEE CORD
F. leash plug
F. leash plug
G. fin box
G. fin box
H. SPARE vent cap
H. SPARE vent cap
I. Fin Screw and Plate
K. STABILIZER FIN
L. leash
G.
blue
12’0”
x
heron
32”
x
5”
I. Fin Screw and Plate
E.
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
J. fin KEY
K. STABILIZER FIN
F.
L. leash
G.
M. ADJUSTABLE PADDLE
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
INCLUDES BOARD BAG (NOT SHOWN).
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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L.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
J. fin KEY
F.
K.
J.
M.
D.
I.
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IDENTIFYING STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD
PARTS and ACCESSORIES
SEC TION 1
WEIGHT C APACITIES BY MODEL
TM
S O F T
A.
11’0”
x
S U P
31”
x
4 3/ 4”
The following suggested weight capacities are based on a novice skill level. As rider skill
increases, the recommended board volume can decrease. The following capacities are
suggested limits determined by physical data alone and do not account for individual rider
agility and/or environmental conditions.
MODEL
BOARD VOLUME
MAX. RIDER WEIGHT
LIL’ BILLY
172 Liters
190 Lbs
BIG BRO
195 Liters
230 Lbs
MK II
178 Liters
210 Lbs
MK III
220 Liters
300 Lbs
WOODPECKER
286 Liters
230 Lbs
WOODCHUCK
195 Liters
230 Lbs
BLACKBIRD
305 Liters
230 Lbs
SURF’SUP
176 Liters
190 Lbs
B. leash plug
MISSTYK
174 Liters
190 Lbs
C. fin box
JIMMY JR.
138 Liters
150 Lbs
GRIZZLY
268 Liters
350 Lbs
E. fin KEY
OTTER
208 Liters
250 Lbs
F.
D.
E.
G.
H.
A. Stand-Up PaddleBoard
D. Fin Screw and Plate
F. STABILIZER FIN
BEAVER
208 Liters
250 Lbs
G. leash
SURGE
208 Liters
250 Lbs
H. STANDARD PADDLE
SCOUT
208 Liters
250 Lbs
STRIDER
218 Liters
270 Lbs
B.
C.
BLUE HERON
254 Liters
310 Lbs
SCOUT OFFSHORE
297 Liters
350 Lbs
ORCA
195 Liters
250 Lbs
Packaged items may vary by retailer
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PADDLEBOARD CARE and MAINTENANCE
KEEP IN A WELL VENTILATED, SHADED
AREA when NOT IN USE.
Direct sunlight can damage a board if left exposed for a period of time. At approximately
74°C (165°F) all EPS foam begins to out-gas, become unstable and delaminate.
Delamination is characterized by a separation of the board’s core from the protective
epoxy skin. Delamination is a damage that is not repairable and should be avoided at
all costs. Keep your board in an area with good air flow and circulation. Leaving your
board in a vehicle during the day (closed or open) elevates the risk for delamination.
Even on a mild day at 21°C (mid-to-high 70°F), the inside of a car can reach 77°C (170° F),
well above the out-gas temperature threshold.
LIMIT EXPOSURE OF DIRECT SUNLIGHT
to the DECK-SIDE of the board.
While the benefits of a non-slip traction pad are obvious, they also increase the risk
of overheating and delamination. While in use, water flowing over the deck helps to
regulate surface temperature. But when the deck traction pad is dry, the effects of heat
absorption are amplified when exposed to direct sunlight. If you must expose your
board to direct sunlight during transport or temporary storage, it is safest to keep the
white (bottom) facing up.
Overheating your paddleboard
is not covered by manufacturing
warranty!
SEC TION 2
DO NOT STORE YOUR BOARD IN A BOARD
BAG FOR EXTENDED PERIODS OF TIME.
Board bags are intended for transportation protection, not full time storage. Prolonged storage of
a wet board in a wet board bag will have adverse effects on the finish of your board, leading to the
possibility of mold, and osmotic blisters. Storing your board in a board bag is not the same as placing
it in the shade. Board bags will collect heat and potentially overheat your board.
Rinse sand and saltwater deposits
from your board AFTER USE.
Sun, sand and saltwater will degrade any man-made material over time. Rinse off sand and saltwater
deposits from your paddle board with fresh water and store in a cool, dry environment after each use.
INSPECT YOUR BOARD FOR DINGS and
CRACKS BEFORE and AFTER EACH USE.
The EPS Core of your board is highly absorbent and acts as a sponge when the protective watertight
epoxy skin is compromised. To prevent your board from becoming waterlogged (heaviness and drag
as a result of water absorption), regularly inspect the exterior for dings and cracks. If you spot a crack,
patching with epoxy is the preferred method of repair. Jimmy StyksTM boards use minimal colored
paints/decals in areas prone to damage so repairs can be made with minimal aesthetic disruption.
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JIMMY STYKS TM VENT HANDLE USE
SEC TION 3
The Jimmy StyksTM board vent is conveniently
integrated into the carry handle. Venting regulates
the air pressure within the watertight skin of the
paddleboard.
C O A S T soft
A L sups)
C R come
U I S equipped
E R
Most models (excluding
11’6”
x
30”
x
4 / ”
with a “self-breathing”
vent
cap
(installed)
and a
spare “standard” vent cap. Refer to the illustrations
below to become familiar with the two types of vent
caps and for proper venting techniques for each.
3
STANDARD
8
SELF-BREATHING
CLOSE THE VENT BEFORE EACH USE
OPEN THE VENT AFTER EACH USE.
Regulating the internal air pressure of
your paddleboard is the most important
maintenance task involved with your
stand-up paddleboard. Opening the air
vent allows air to escape freely to avoid
over-pressurization. Neglecting the air
vent maintenance may compromise the
integrity of the watertight skin or cause
severe delamination. Leaving the air vent
open while in use will allow water and
moisture to enter the foam core resulting in
a heavy “water-logged” paddleboard.
TION
STANDARDSEC
CAP VENTING
3
Handle
Standard Cap
INSPECT O-RING FOR
CRACKS OR TEARS
Periodically inspect the o-ring for cracks,
tears or damage. For replacement parts,
call toll-free: 1-800-370-0745.
O-Ring
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JIMMY STYKS TM VENT HANDLE USE
SEC TION 3
CLOSE THE VENT BEFORE EACH USE
OPEN THE VENT AFTER EACH USE.
LOST VENT CAP SOLUTIONS
SELF-BREATHING CAP VENTING
Regulating the internal air pressure of
your paddleboard is the most important
maintenance task involved with your
stand-up paddleboard. “Self-Breathing”
caps feature a Gore-Tex® membrane that
allows air to permeate freely through
the vent while preventing water and
other molecules from entering the
paddle board. While “Self-Breathing”
caps minimize damage caused by
pressurization and heat, it is important
that you open the vent completely after
use and close before each use. Leaving
the air vent open while in use will allow
water and moisture to enter the foam
core resulting in a heavy “water-logged”
paddleboard.
Handle
A 500 mL (20 oz.) soft drink bottle cap can be
used as a temporary solution for a lost Jimmy
StyksTM vent cap.
Jimmy StyksTM vent handles are designed to
interface with all Coca-Cola Company® and
PepsiCo, Inc.® brand 500 mL (20 oz.) soft drink
bottle caps.
NOTE: Bottle cap thread pitch varies by
manufacturer. Not all Coca-Cola® and Pepsi®
brand bottle caps may fit the Jimmy StyksTM
vent handles.
Self-Breathing Cap
with GORE-TEX®
Membrane
Gore-Tex® recommends replacing the
self-breathing membrane every 12
months. While Jimmy StyksTM does not
sell individual replacement Gore-Tex®
membranes, replacement JS Water Gear
vent caps with pre-installed Gore-Tex®
membranes are available for purchase
through our online accessory store.
Using a bottle cap is recommended only as a
temporary solution until a replacement Jimmy
StyksTM vent cap is acquired. For replacement
parts contact Jimmy StyksTM at:
1-800-370-0745.
O-Ring
INSPECT O-RING FOR
CRACKS OR TEARS
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LEASH INSTALLATION
SEC TION 4
STEP 1
LEASH VARIATIONS
Pull leash loop through eyelet.
Jimmy StyksTM provides one of two leash variations (standard or coil) with your SUP accessory
package. It is recommended that you remove your leash after use to prevent unintentional
snagging. Wrapping a leash around board and fins may result in damage to the leash.
TOURING
LEASH
COIL
LEASH
STEP 2
Pull knot through loop and pull tight.
STEP 3
Open velcro cuff and attach leash to leash loop.
LEASH LOOP
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FIN INSTALLATION
STABILIZER FIN INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
SEC TION 5
STEP 3
Rotate fin forward and align fin screw with screw plate
Keep your fins in good condition by removing them after each use. Damage to the fin incurred
while attached to the paddle board may result in severe damage to the fin box, the watertight skin
and the foam core. Attach the fin firmly before you go riding.
STEP 1
Insert screw plate into fin box slot and slide plate forward
STEP 4
Loosely turn fin screw into screw plate
STEP 2
Insert fin into fin box slot
screw plate
STEP 5
Adjust fin to desired position and TIGHTEN FIN SCREW.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
REVERSE STEPS 5 THROUGH 1.
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FIN INSTALLATION
RAIL FIN INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
Rail fins have an inside and outside. The flat side of the fin always faces toward the center stabilizer fin.
Some JIMMY STYKSTM models are equipped with advanced fin configurations (5 fin models). 5 fin models
can be ridden as a single, thruster (3 fin) or quad (4 fin) arrangement. Fin configurations for 5 fin models
are entirely dependent on personal preference and environment.
SEC TION 5
STEP 3
Use fin key to secure fins. Avoid over-tightening screws.
STEP 1
Insert rail fin into FCS plug slots. Note: Flat side of fin always faces toward stabilizer.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
STEP 2
REVERSE STEPS 3 THROUGH 1.
INSERT fin until base of fin is flush with bottom of board.
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JIMMY STYKS TM PADDLE SIZING
JS STANDARD
PADDLE
JS CARBON
FIBER PADDLE
JS ADJUSTABLE
PADDLE
C
C1
SEC TION 6
C
STEP 1
Sizing the paddle will require
the following tools/supplies:
C2
D
A
A
MARK CUT LINE WITH PEN,
PENCIL or MASKING TAPE AND
CUT WITH HACKSAW.
REQUIRES
SIZING
Paddle Shaft
Blade
Standard Grip Handle
Wide Grip Handle
Round Grip Handle
A Paddle Shaft
B Blade
C Carbon Grip Handle
7 IN. (17.8 CM)
STEP 2
A
REQUIRES
SIZING
DETERMINE PADDLE LENGTH.
STANDARD LENGTH IS 7 in.
TALLER THAN RIDER HEIGHT.
Measuring Tape, Hacksaw, Pen/Pencil or Masking
Tape, Adhesive (Use Silicone for JS Standard
Paddles; Use Epoxy for JS Carbon Fiber Paddles).
C3
A
B
C1
C2
C3
JS STANDARD & C ARBON FIBER
PADDLES REQ UIRE SIZING BEFORE USE.
A
B
C
D
Paddle Shaft
Blade
Grip Handle
Tensioner
STEP 3
APPLY ADHESIVE TO HANDLE
STEM AND ALLOW TO CURE.
B
B
B
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JIMMY STYKS TM PADDLES
SEC TION 6
PROPER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT FOR
JS ADJUSTABLE PADDLES
FOR BEST RESULTS, LEARN TO USE THE
PADDLE CORREC TLY.
8 - 10 IN. (20.3 CM - 25.4 CM)
Paddles have a FORWARD and BACK facing side. The ribbed side of the handle,
adjustable lever and “JIMMY STYKSTM” logo on the blade indicate the FORWARD facing
side. Additionally, blade should be in a FORWARD ANGLE (as shown on right).
Proper paddle orientation while paddling will maximize stroke efficiency and move the
greatest volume of water when paddling. By practicing proper paddling techniques,
you will be able to paddle longer and farther while conserving energy.
TM
MAX.
EXTENSION
24 IN.
(61 CM)
DO NOT EX TEND UPPER
SHAFT BEYOND
24 IN (61CM).
Extending beyond the maximum extension limit can
result in permanent damage to the adjustment clip
while paddling.
We recommend paddle to be rinsed with fresh water
after every use and upper shaft removed for drying.
Do not leave exposed to direct sunlight for prolonged
periods. The sun can damage the epoxy and finish of
the paddle.
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TRANSPORTATION TIPS
SEC TION 7
WHEN STRAPPING TO ROOF,
BOARD SHOULD BE BOTTOM SIDE UP.
REMOVE VENT CAP and O-RING WHEN
STACKING MULTIPLE BOARDS.
When securing your paddle board to the roof of a vehicle, always place the board
bottom side up. Placing the board topside up will create wind drag and instability
while driving. Placing board nose forward or tail forward are both acceptable means
of transport .
The JS vent cap may cause pressure dings when stacking multiple boards. Completely
remove vent cap and o-ring prior to stacking boards. As a precaution, placing a
cushioned barrier between stacked boards will further protect against dings and cracks.
OVER-TIGHTENING STRAPS MAY RESULT
IN PRESSURE DINGS.
DAMAGE RESULTING FROM improper care/
handling are void of warranty.
PADDED STRAPS ARE RECOMMENDED
OVER NON-PADDED NYLON STRAPS.
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WATER SAFETY GUIDELINES
ALWAYS WEAR A COAST GUARD APPROVED PERSONAL
FLOTATION DEVICE (PFD).
NEVER GO PADDLE-BOARDING IN SEVERE WEATHER OR
WATER CONDITIONS THAT MIGHT AFFECT YOUR ABILITY TO
STEER THE BOARD OR RETURN TO SHORE.
NE VER ALLOW MINORS TO USE THIS BOARD WITHOUT
ADULT SUPERVISION.
NEVER CONSUME ALCOHOL OR ANY OTHER
SUBSTANCES THAT MAY IMPAIR YOUR COORDINATION,
JUDGEMENT, OR ABILITY TO SAFELY PADDLE THE BOARD.
NEVER USE THIS BOARD BEYOND YOUR SKILLS OR ABILITY.
NEVER USE THIS PRODUCT AFTER SUNSET, BEFORE DAWN
OR AT ANY TIME IN POOR LIGHTING.
LIMITED LIFE TIME WARR ANT Y
Jimmy Styks TM offers a limited 365 Day
Warranty Against Defects in Materials
and Workmanship.
Terms of Warranty:
Your Jimmy StyksTM product is guaranteed to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of no
more than 365 days from the date of purchase. If the product does not conform to the warranty, Jimmy StyksTM,
at its discretion will issue a new, like new, or similar model product, excluding any shipping charges. Warranty
extends to original purchaser only and is non-transferable. Sales receipt and original packaging materials are
required.
Warranty:
Jimmy StyksTM will make every effort to produce boards to the highest quality and standards in the industry. We
do quality checks in our factories in Asia and in our warehouses in North America in an effort to guarantee each
board’s quality before shipping. Because of the nature of surfing and paddle boarding we cannot warranty the
performance of any board or shape for individual riders and varying levels of skills and abilities. Furthermore, we
cannot guarantee against damage or breakage and cannot protect or warranty against circumstances outside
of our control. In the event of a new board being removed from a box and not in good condition please contact
the office for resolution. You will be asked for a copy of your sales receipt and photos of the damage in question,
as well as original packaging material to verify if damage was due to shipping. If it is deemed a manufacturing
or material flaw, we will issue an RMA number. This number along with the damaged product will need to be
returned to the closest warehouse (Vancouver or Huntington Beach) at customer’s expense. Upon physical review,
Jimmy StyksTM will make its final determination as to the nature of the damage or flaw and issue a replacement
product (model depends on availability), or store credit. Shipping will be the responsibility of the customer. We
are not responsible for damage or defects once the board has been used. Damage is defined as impact with
any object or material, damage due to dropping, loading, unloading, or transport, alterations or modifications,
repairs, natural disasters, fires, temperatures below 4.4 oC (40 oF), or above 43 oC (110 oF), any further use of a board
once a claim has been reported, transport or storage of a board with a closed air valve, use of a board in the water
with a loose or removed air valve, failure to clean and service air vent valve, storage of a board in extremely hot or
humid conditions including a wet or damp board bag.
Returns and exchanges:
CHECK LOCAL LAWS and REGULATIONS REGARDING
PROPER and SAFE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
Jimmy StyksTM will exchange any new, unused product for company credit providing it is accompanied by an
original sales receipt and all original packaging. This will not include any shipping charges or expenses. Product
must be in new condition and will be subject to the inspection of staff.
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