A high-angle shot of two Hala stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) rigged for SUP fishing and overnight touring, resting side-by-side on the edge of a river.

Fishing SUPs

The Best Boards for SUP Fishing. Whether you are casting on a mountain lake, trolling a calm reservoir, or floating down a river between holes, Hala builds the only boards you need. The Hala Rado is our top pick for fishing - its expedition-ready rigging points, patented StompBox fin system, and river-flatwater versatility make it the ultimate fishing vessel. Pair it with a mini cooler and an attached rod holder and you have everything you need to catch fish. The Hala Radito brings the same adventure DNA in a more nimble package, perfect for smaller paddlers who want to access hard-to-reach fishing spots.

Both boards feature the patented StompBox fin system - the only retractable fin with active downward pressure. Gravity-fed fins rest at less than full deployment, so current makes them bounce. The StompBox stays fully engaged at all times, deflecting automatically off rocks and shallow riverbed and snapping back to full depth instantly. Consistent tracking on still water, confident control on the river.

Ready to combine two great adventures? Read our SUP fishing guide or browse the Adventure Series to see the full lineup.

Mountain Lakes · Calm Reservoirs · River Float Fishing · StompBox Fin Retracts Over Rocks · 5-Year Warranty

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The Ultimate Fishing Platform

Reach the Holes Nobody Else Can Get To.

Whether you are casting on a mountain lake, trolling a calm reservoir, or floating down a river between holes, Hala builds the only boards you need. The Rado is our top pick for fishing: expedition-ready rigging points hold a cooler, rod holder, and anchor system while the patented StompBox 2.5 fin retracts automatically over rocks and shallow riverbed, snapping back to full depth before your next stroke.

The Radito brings the same adventure DNA in a more nimble package, loved by paddlers of all sizes looking for a responsive river board that can cover miles, reaching the tighter, more technical access points that larger boards cannot. Both boards approach silently - no motor, no splash - so the fish do not know you are there.

Read our complete SUP fishing guide - gear setup, rigging, board selection, and where to find fish from a SUP.

Hala Radito

$1,399.00

(4.8)

Hala Rado

$1,399.00

(4.8)

Pick the right fishing board

Rado or Radito: Which Fits Your Water?

Max Stability & Gear Capacity

Rado (10'10" x 35")

Hala's flagship fishing platform. Expedition rigging on nose and tail carries a full setup: cooler, rod holder, dry bags, anchor. Stable enough to stand and cast all day. River Rocker carries curvature toward the center of the board for responsive movement through Class II-III rapids, while the board still tracks and glides well on flat water.

Best for: Multi-day float fishing, heavy gear rigs, lakes, rivers up to Class III

Responsive River Access

Radito (10' x 34")

River Rocker and StompBox 2.5 in a quicker-turning 10' package that covers serious river miles. Loved by paddlers of all sizes who want a nimble, responsive board for technical upstream stretches, tributary sections, and tight corridors. Rated for 325+ lbs with full fishing capacity.

Best for: Technical rivers, all-day mileage, remote backcountry access, paddlers of all sizes

The StompBox Advantage

Why SUP Fishing?

Silent approach: no motor, no oars splashing - drift into a pool undisturbed

Shallow water access: reach sections no drift boat or kayak can touch

StompBox 2.5 retracts over rocks automatically, springs back instantly

Both boards ship with pump, fins, leash, repair kit, and carry bag. 5-year warranty. Paddles sold separately.

Board comparison

Rado vs. Radito: Full Specs

	Hala Rado	Hala Radito
Length	10'10"	10'
Width	35"	34"
Capacity	325+ lbs	325+ lbs
Fin System	StompBox 2.5 (spring-loaded retractable)	StompBox 2.5 (spring-loaded retractable)
Rocker Profile	River Rocker (rocker carried toward center - nimble through rapids)	River Rocker (rocker carried toward center - quick and responsive)
Character	Steady, expedition-ready	Nimble, quick-turning, covers miles
Best For	Multi-day floats, heavy gear, full-day lake fishing	Technical rivers, all-day mileage, paddlers of all sizes

Where you can fish with a Hala board

Every Fishing Scenario, One Lineup

Mountain Lakes

Paddle to the far shore, anchor off a submerged point, and cast in silence. Both boards track efficiently on flat water and pack into carry bags small enough to hike in. No boat ramp, no motor, no noise.

Calm Reservoirs

Troll a lure across a reservoir with a stable SUP platform underfoot. The Rado's wide deck gives you room to move and organize gear. Stand, cast, and cover water methodically without worrying about tipping or a fin catching on a shallow shelf.

Float Rivers

Float a canyon between holes, paddle upstream into a pool, and drift back casting as you go. The StompBox 2.5 fin deflects off rocks automatically and springs back to full depth before your next stroke. Class II-III rivers are well within range.

Buy It Right, the First Time

Why Choose Hala?

At Hala Gear, we obsess over every design detail: glued-and-welded board construction, the patented StompBox retractable fin system, and a 5-year warranty on every board. Every purchase comes with full support from a team who actually paddles these rivers. We have been building inflatable river boards since 2011.