Hi Peeps,

As a retailer trying to gauge the feeling of the general buying public, we have received the latest pricelist's and have heard of prices from other brands we don't stock, so have a good idea of the costs of each product group for 2016.

Yes, the poor old Aussie Peso has copped another shelacking on the world stage and coupled with rising inflation in Asia, the prices of most of the new gear coming out has increased from between 10-30% for most brands.

So the question is ....

How much is too much to pay for :

Carbon raceboards?
high end wave boards? (Carbon or quality lightweight wood)
and of course the humble all rounder?

Are you happy to forego quality of build and lightweight to save some money?

With pressure from Chinese manufacturers on the big brands from Cobra, and a saturated market on the entry level gear, bringing board/paddle/bag etc packages down to less that $800, how much are most prepared to pay for the 2016 range of gear?

I think I have a fair idea, but am interested in the thoughts of the SUP community.

Please discuss ....

DM