{"product_id":"sic-12-6-tao-tour-glide-ex-demo","title":"SIC 12’6 Tao Tour Glide - Ex Demo","description":"\u003csection style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSIC 12'6 Tao Tour Glide – Ex Demo Inflatable Paddleboard Package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSIC 12'6 Tao Tour Glide Ex Demo Package\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very sensible choice if you want a faster, more efficient inflatable paddleboard for cruising, fitness paddling and longer relaxed trips, without moving into a narrow race-style board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong\u003eex-demo board\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it has been used and may show normal cosmetic signs of use, but it is supplied as a complete ready-to-paddle package with a \u003cstrong\u003enew bag, new pump, new leash, new fin and new 3-piece paddle\u003c\/strong\u003e. That makes it a strong-value touring setup for someone who wants proper glide without buying every accessory separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is It Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis board suits paddlers who want to move beyond a standard 10'6 all-round board and cover more distance with less effort. It works well on rivers, canals, estuaries, lakes and calmer coastal water, where the 12'6 length helps the board track straighter and carry speed between paddle strokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may not be the best choice if you mainly want a very wide family board for children to climb on and off, or if you want maximum stability above all else. For that, a wider all-round or expedition-style touring board may be more suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Ex Demo SIC Tao Tour Glide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTouring glide:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 12'6 length gives noticeably better straight-line efficiency than a shorter all-round SUP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable but not sluggish:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 30\" width gives a useful balance of confidence and speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete package:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplied with new bag, pump, leash, fin and 3-piece paddle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood upgrade board:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for paddlers who want to paddle further, straighter and more efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to store and transport:\u003c\/strong\u003e as an inflatable board, it packs down into the supplied bag for travel and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong value:\u003c\/strong\u003e a proper touring shape at an ex-demo price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e12'6\" \/ 381cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e30\" \/ 76.2cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e6\" \/ 15.2cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e330 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eApprox. 11.2kg \/ 24.7lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended rider weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eUp to approx. 113kg \/ 250lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eInflatable touring paddleboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSIC 12'6 Tao Tour Glide inflatable paddleboard – ex demo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew board bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew pump\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew leash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew centre fin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew 3-piece paddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an ex-demo board and should be bought with that in mind. It may have normal marks from previous use, inflation, packing and transport, but it is supplied with new key accessories so the package is complete and ready to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose this board if your main priority is efficient cruising, fitness paddling or relaxed touring. Compared with a shorter all-round inflatable, it will feel more directional and easier to paddle in a straight line. Compared with a narrower race board, it remains more forgiving and accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other options, browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/touring-paddleboards\"\u003etouring paddleboards\u003c\/a\u003e, explore the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/sic-maui\"\u003eSIC Maui range\u003c\/a\u003e, or read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/news\/best-touring-paddleboards-for-2026-gear-that-goes-the-distance\"\u003ebest touring paddleboards guide\u003c\/a\u003e. If you are unsure whether a 12'6 touring board is right for you, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/pages\/sup-test-centre\"\u003eSUP Test Centre at Woodmill, Southampton\u003c\/a\u003e is the best way to compare boards properly before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe SUP Company Video Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4uB3lTjJoDo\" title=\"SIC Tao 12'6 Air Glide Tour Review - The SUP Company\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #000;\"\u003eIs this board new or used?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an ex-demo board, so it has been used and may show normal cosmetic signs of use. The package is supplied with a new bag, pump, leash, fin and 3-piece paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #000;\"\u003eIs the SIC 12'6 Tao Tour Glide suitable for beginners?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it can suit a beginner who knows they want to focus on cruising and distance paddling rather than very casual beach use. The 30\" width gives a good balance of stability and touring performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #000;\"\u003eHow does it compare with a 10'6 all-round paddleboard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 10'6 all-round board is usually easier for general family use and playing around close to shore. The 12'6 Tao Tour Glide is better if you want to paddle further, track straighter and make each stroke more efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #000;\"\u003eWhat water is this board best for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best suited to rivers, canals, lakes, estuaries and calmer coastal paddling. It is a touring board, so it works best when you want to cover distance rather than surf waves or use it purely as a beach board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #000;\"\u003eDoes it come with everything needed to paddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This package includes the board, new bag, new pump, new leash, new fin and new 3-piece paddle. You will still need suitable personal safety equipment and clothing for the conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUseful Links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/touring-paddleboards\"\u003eShop touring paddleboards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/sic-maui\"\u003eShop SIC Maui paddleboards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-choose-the-right-paddleboard-for-your-skill-level\"\u003eHow to choose the right paddleboard for your skill level\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/pages\/sup-paddle-buying-guide\"\u003eSUP paddle buying guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/pages\/sup-test-centre\"\u003eBook a SUP Test Centre session\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShopify SEO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePage title:\u003c\/strong\u003e SIC 12'6 Tao Tour Glide Ex Demo Package | The SUP Company\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeta description:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ex-demo SIC 12'6 Tao Tour Glide inflatable SUP package with new bag, pump, leash, fin and 3-piece paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeta keywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e SIC Tao Tour Glide, SIC 12'6 paddleboard, ex demo SUP, touring paddleboard, inflatable touring SUP, SUP package, paddleboard package, used paddleboard, SIC Maui SUP, 12'6 touring SUP, beginner touring SUP, river paddleboard, estuary SUP, The SUP Company\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SIC Maui","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54064019636557,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/2E374F57-3AEF-4CB5-AC1F-BEEF01F7B6D6.jpg?v=1781015544","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/sic-12-6-tao-tour-glide-ex-demo","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}