Congratulations! Congratulations and thank you for purchasing our Scott Burke Stand-Up Paddle Board! This manual will introduce you to your new board and provide you with set up/installation instructions for all of the parts and accessories that came with it. We ve even included a quick How To advice guide that will help you get out on the water in no time! But first, we d like to offer you a little bit of history about us and Stand Up Paddle Boarding in general. About Us! Scott Burke Boards is a division of Keeper Sports Products, LLC, located in Southern California. Keeper Sports Products is comprised of a team that has been involved in the designing, shaping, and manufacturing of high-end bodyboards and soft-top surfboards for some of the biggest brands on the planet for over 25 years. We strive to continuously enhance our products in innovative new ways to keep you having fun and ahead of the trend whether it be by adding bright and fun new graphic to our boards or installing a mounting platform for your camera so you can re-live your ride by watching it on video at the end of the day! At Keeper Sports Products, we pride ourselves on the quality and workmanship that goes into each and every board we make, and we are confident that you will be very happy with your new purchase. A Bit of History Stand Up Paddle Boarding is rooted at least as far back as the 1960s in Hawaii. The first paddleboarders were actually the longboard surfers who discovered that by using a paddle, they could not only catch waves more easily, but also carve or turn with more precision. The extra help of the paddle to propel the board forward with more force allowed the surfers to use their longboards when the waves were small or event nonexistent. With this discovery, the sport of Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) Boarding was born even if it wasn t widely recognized as that right away. Surfing is an individual and somewhat romantic sport that people all over the world dream of trying or mastering all their lives. The beauty of SUP Boarding is that you don't need an ocean to do it! Any good sized body of water will do- a lake, a pond, or even a river! The recent reemergence and popularity of Stand Up Paddle Boarding in today s culture as its own sport has brought that faint dream of standing on a surfboard to a reality for people of all ages all over the world. Who says you need to live by the ocean to experience the excitement of gliding across the water on a surfboard? Keeper Sports Products aims to create a quality product at an affordable price so that we can also lessen the financial obstacle that may have previously hindered your surfboard dreams! We believe that everyone should get the chance to experience the peaceful relaxation of becoming one with your board and the water - and HEY it doesn t hurt that balancing and paddling are working your core muscles to keep you fit and healthy all the while!
Safety Warning [DISCLAIMER] The user of this product assumes all risks of any personal injury or death and willfully releases Keeper Sports Products, LLC of any and all liabilities. This product is not a life saving device. Do not leave a child unattended while in use. Do not use this product in conditions which are hazardous. When in the ocean, watch for rip currents and inspect the area for rocks, reefs, and other objects that can be considered dangerous. Keep a safe distance from other surfers and swimmers. Only use this product if you are a competent swimmer. Adult supervision is required. Please visit our website at www.keepersportsproducts.com for further information. Keeper Sports Products strongly recommends the use of a US Coast Guard Approved PFD (personal flotation device or life jacket) when SUP-ing. The USCG now classifies SUP boards as vessels and some states/countries require you to have a PFD when on your board. Please check with your local government to see how rules may apply to you before your first journey. Do not operate this board while intoxicated or after using any form of substance that will impair your ability to operate the board. Do not operate this board while overly tired make sure you are alert and have enough energy to paddle or swim to shore. Minors should not SUP without adult supervision and we recommend that all ages bring a buddy when SUP-ing to minimize risk. Always be aware of your surroundings check offshore winds and currents before you set out to paddle. Always exercise safe boarding and do not attempt maneuvers or conditions which are out of your realm of ability. Do not use this board for anything other than its intended purpose stand up paddling. Using this board in any other manner may subject the rider to serious harm and will void all warranty claims. Never underestimate the forces of nature!
30 Day Limited Warranty Please Read Before You Return the Board to the Store: Keeper Sports Products LLC warrants product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 30 days from date of purchase. Keeper Sports Products LLC, at its option, will repair, or replace this product or any original component part that is determined to be defective during the warranty period. This Warranty applies to the original purchaser of this product and is not transferable. Proof of Purchase is required to obtain warranty performance, so please keep original sales receipt. Shipping charges from the consumer to Keeper Sports Products LLC for warranty service are not covered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. RENTAL COMPANIES PLEASE READ: This board is for individual consumer owners and is not intended to be sold to or used in a commercial rental operation. Rental companies assume ALL risks associated with the use, misuse, and ownership of this product. All warranties are VOIDED when merchandise is used at a commercial rental operation. FURTHER LIMITATIONS OR EXCEPTIONS TO THIS WARRANTY AGREEMENT: Keeper Sports Products, LLC hereby states that this warranty does not under any circumstances cover merchandise or components which have been subject to misuse, abuse, improper installation, failure to perform routine maintenance, or unauthorized modification (including taking the product apart). Additionally, this warranty will not cover complications or damage caused directly or indirectly by normal wear and tear, punctures, abrasions, theft, loss, or acts of God and nature. Warranty claims may be approved or denied based on the judgement and opinion of Keeper Sports Products, LLC after a careful review of the facts provided by the consumer. Keeper Sports Products shall not be liable for special or consequential damages of any kind including shipping charges, loss of time, financial burden, and loss of use. Keeper Sports Products LLC reserves the right to make improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time, without incurring any obligation to owners of units previously sold. Some states do not permit limitations of exclusion of implied warranties or incidental or consequential damages, so the limitation or exclusions in this warranty may not apply. To receive more information regarding the warranty service or to file a warranty claim please call 1-855- 835-9430 or e-mail Parts@KeeperSP.com. You may also write to us at: Keeper Sports Products LLC Customer Service & Warranty Dept. 1668 Ord Way Oceanside, CA 92056
CARE AND MAINTENANCE We know you re stoked to hop on your new board and get paddling, but please take a few minutes to read these instructions to ensure your board will last you for a long time! You ll be glad you did! Minor abrasions, dents, wearing off of the graphic, and scratches are normal and will not affect the performance of your board. These effects are not covered under warranty. Do not drag your board or paddle on the ground/sand. Always CARRY them to the body of water you will paddle in we ve included a built in carrying handle in the center of the board to help you out with this! If your board gets punctured or torn, remove it from the water as soon as possible and do not take it back in the water until you have repaired the hole/ding back to a water sealed state. Otherwise, your board could get waterlogged and this damage is NOT fixable. Do not let your board sit in extreme heat for long periods of time as it may cause issues in the lamination on the deck. Over time, the color (graphic) may fade if left in the sun for prolonged periods of time. This is normal. When not in use, we recommend that you store you board away from direct sunlight to minimize this effect. It is recommended that you rinse the board with fresh water and towel dry, or allow the board the board to completely air dry, after each use before putting it away. Stand your board up to dry so that any remaining water in the foam will drain out before you put your board away. This rinsing and drying step is ESPECIALLY important to do before storing it away for long periods of time- i.e. for fall and winter. Rinsing with fresh water after each use is also recommended for your paddle. You should pull the paddle apart to thoroughly rinse and remove any sand/particles that may have accumulated inside the tube shaft. Allow your paddle and all its individual parts to thoroughly dry before reattaching them and putting the paddle away. Keep your ankle strap clean from sand, dirt, debris to ensure a proper, snug fit. *Rinse after each use! If your board comes with a traction pad, do not attempt to peel it off of the board. If your board comes with a traction pad and it starts peeling off on its own, we recommend you re-glue with a hot melt glue gun or a similar strong adhesive. REMINDER: Your SUP board was not manufactured for the excessive use and misuse associated with a rental board. Use of this board as a rental will void the warranty of this product.
Set-Up and Installation For further instruction, visit our website at www.keepersportsproducts.com Leash Installation -Pull the leash loop through the eyelet -Pull the ankle strap through the leash loop -Continue to pull the leash through to fasten the leash loop to the steel bar. *Your board may or may not include the leash in its package depending on the model you purchased. Camera Mount Some boards may come equipped with a camera mount platform located at the nose on the deck of the board. (Looks like: Clear plastic circle piece that is screwed into the nose of the board with 2 screws) The plastic platform is made to work with the camera various mounting systems. It is highly recommended that you purchase a camera float lanyard or housing unit for your camera and properly affix the float to your camera before using the mounting platform. Keeper Sports Products, LLC is not responsible for the damage to or loss of your camera when using the mounting platform.
Fins Installation Your Stand-Up Paddle Board comes with one large center fin and then some models also may come with two additional smaller side fins. Large Fin Installation Step 1: Insert the screw plate in to the center of the fin box slot and slide it forward to the nose of the board. Step 2: Insert the fin in to the fin box. Step 3: Slide the fin forward and align the fin screw slot with the screw plate. Step 4: Secure screw in to fin screw slot and screw plate. Step 5: Make sure screw is tight and fin is securely fastened but do not over-tighten. Small Fin Installation Step 1: Loosen, but do not remove the fin screws to the left and right of the fin box. Step 2: Insert fins into each fin box. Step 3: Secure fin screws using the included fin wrench. Do not over-tighten Step 4: Make sure all fins are securely fastened to your board prior to launching. You will know your side fins are tight enough when the tightened screws are flush with the bottom of the board. Make sure all fins are securely fastened to your board prior to launching. You will know your side fins are tight enough when the tightened screws are flush with the bottom of the board. Do not drag your board or stand on the board while in sand or shallow water with the fins attached. The board should be carried to the water and placed in water deep enough so that your bottom fins are not touching sand or rocks, otherwise damage may result.
Roof Rack Installation - Never install straps through window openings! Always install through open doors! - Layout strap sets as shown. Open nylon cover of the roof pad and lay the top strap section under the foam pad. Re-secure the nylon cover keeping the strap underneath the roof pad. Note: The shorter webbing section should secure the inside/ through the nylon pad/cover, while the longer webbing section goes through the door openings (front and back). - Center the roof pad and straps in the middle of the roof about 36-48 inches apart. - Open all car doors to allow straps to be fed through the riding cabin and secure with quick release buckles. Make sure the foam protection ads are in place at the edge of your car s roof and door openings. (Folded cardboard may be used as a substitute). - Lay your SUP board upside down (fin facing the sky) centered over the roof pads. - Take the top strap and lay it over the top of the board and secure it to the quick release buckle. Tie all remaining loose straps to the buckles. o CAUTION! Do not overload the tie-down straps. Make certain that the load is securely fastened before operating the vehicle. Inspect clips and straps for damage before each use and periodically when in use. o WARNING! Roof Shield Roof Rack system is not suitable for and should not be used on ANY 2-door vehicles. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK! o Warranty: Keeper Sports Products, LLC warrants the Roof Shield Roof Rack to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of 30 days. You will need a copy of your sales receipt in order to return this product for replacement. o We recommend that you place a thick piece of foam or folded cardboard under the cargo straps before tightening in order to protect the rails of the board. [Disclaimer] The Roof Shield Roof Rack System is meant for your SUP board ONLY! It is not intended for the transport of any other product. Keeper Sports Products, LLC assumes no liability or responsibility of any nature for injury, damage of any sort, third party liability, diminished value or any type of claim raised by the user, their collaterals, assigns or agents of this product. By using this product, the owner or user accepts all personal and legal. *Your board s package may or may not include the roof rack depending on the model you purchased.
More Features & Advice Your Burke SUP board is extremely versatile and diverse as it is meant for both novice and advanced riders. Our SUP boards come in various lengths, providing plenty of stability for riders all skill levels. CARRYING HANDLE We provide you with a carrying handle, centered horizontally to evenly distribute the weight of our light board as you transport it to and from the water. Your board also comes with a leash to keep you and your board together in the event you fall. This leash is only intended for use around your leg, below your knee, preferably on your ankle. The leash should wrap around your dominant leg/ankle snugly but not too tightly. FINS Depending on the model you purchased, you board will receive either a single or a tri-fin system. Fins are important in that they provide stability and steering maneuverability when out on the water. If your board came with 3 fins (the tri-fin system), you can choose to install just the large center fin or all three at a time, based on water conditions. Three fins are best when using your board to paddle surf when you want to be able to turn and cut through the waves, while a single large fin is typically all you need for cruising around on flat water and straight line racing. SUN SCREENS Most or all brands of sunscreen offer some kind of sun protection and we highly recommend their use whenever you are outdoors in the spring and summer. Despite this, we have detected that a few popular sunscreens may have an adverse effect to the graphics on our boards, causing the inks to bleed or run onto your swimsuit or skin so you should be careful which one you wear while using your board. We strongly recommend that you test your sunscreen on your board in an inconspicuous area to make sure that it will not remove the graphic. The bleeding or smearing of graphics on the board resulting from contact with sunscreen is not covered under our warranty. For a list of sunscreens that we have tested, please visit our website. PADDLE with Your board may also come with a floating, aluminum paddle depending on the package model you purchased. Not all SUP packages include the paddle. If you receive one though, please test the paddle s buoyancy in shallow water prior to every use. If for some reason the paddle does not float, please contact us toll free at 1-855-835-9430 for help or to see if your paddle is still covered under the warranty. Typically, your SUP paddle should measure 8 to 10 inches above the rider s head; there is a mechanism on your paddle to adjust it from 70.5 to 87.25 inches. To do this, simply unlock the clip on the shaft of the paddle, raise or lower the handle to the desired length, and then lock the clip back into place. Remember, the paddle clip is sturdy, but not invincible. Do not force the clip into an open or closed position. Slide the shaft slowly up or down until the clip fits into the preferred hold. We recommend you adjust the length of your paddle BEFORE you head into the water to avoid dropping and losing the clip in the water, as this clip does not float. Another great feature of your paddle is that it is equipped with Blade Shield technology, molded rubber edging around the paddle blade, to protect you and your board from unnecessary scrapes, cuts, and dings. Please see your manual s Care & Maintenance section to learn how to take care of your paddle.
SUP PADDLE ADJUSTMENT CHART DECK/TRACTION PAD Some boards may also come with a deck traction pad. This pad will help you grip your feet to the board more easily to avoid falling off. If your board includes this pad, we recommend that you resist the urge to pick at or pull the edges of the traction to insure its longevity. If a section of the pad separates from the deck of the board, we recommend Gorilla Glue to re-bond your board. Follow the instructions on the package. If your board does not come with traction, we suggest you purchase surf wax for a better grip to your SUP. Keeper Sports Products LLC does not sell wax, but it can easily be purchased from a local surf/sup shop or online. Wax is not mandatory to use your board; it is only recommended. TO START RIDING: Place the board in shallow enough water to float the fin on the stern (back) bottom side of the board. Carefully crawl onto the deck of the board, near the middle and facing forward. While on your knees, place the paddle across the board, directly on the deck in front on your knees, forming a T. When you are balanced and ready, place one foot and then the other on the board (crouch position) and slowly push yourself up into a standing position, lifting the paddle up with you. Your feet should be directly under your shoulders. (cont. next page)
The flatter side of the blade should face you as you paddle. You ll be a little wobbly at first. Don t panic, it s only water! Once you have gained your balance, start paddling! For additional information and "How To" videos, please check out our website at www.keepersportsproducts.com or email us at info@keepersportsproducts.com. [DISCLAIMER] The user of this product assumes all risks of any personal injury or death and willfully releases Keeper Sports Products, LLC of any and all liabilities. This product is not a life saving device. Do not leave a child unattended while in use. Do not use this product in conditions which are hazardous. When in the ocean, watch for rip currents and inspect the area for rocks, reefs, and other objects that can be considered dangerous. Keep a safe distance from other surfers and swimmers. Only use this product if you are a competent swimmer. Adult supervision is required. Please visit our website at www.keepersporstproducts.com for further information or call us toll free at 1 (855) 835-9430.