Finally got an OutdoorMaster Shark II electric pump to put to the test. Super excited to test and review it having read/heard so many good things about these electric pumps.
The Shark II ranks really high in our Best electric pumps for inflatable paddle board. And here is why...
The OutdoorMaster Shark II is a 12V DC (includes a 12A fuse for safety) corded electric pump mostly used to inflate paddle boards. But it can also be used for other items such as inflatable kayaks, inflatable tents, boats etc... using the various connectors provided.
250L - 15psi
335L - 15psi
270L - 15psi
Shark II active cooling
That video was shot in direct sunlight, there was pretty much no pause happening between the boards. Basically disconnecting one paddle board, connecting the next one, and go.
At the end of the video the Shark II was just warm, with the active cooling system doing a great job.
I don't know how the active cooling system actually works, but it does work.
As aforementioned, the Shark II is incredibly good at inflating multiple boards in a row without any issue, and with speed!
What's a little less known, or less used, is the fact that you can use the Shark II to deflate your inflatable paddle boards.
Not only does it speed up the deflation process, but what I find very good is the amount of air it takes out of the board.
It feels like the boards have no air left inside compared to when deflating manually. No big deal you say?
Well, the big deal (for me anyway as I love that feature) is the fact it makes it A LOT easier to fold the paddle board back neatly, and therefore no struggle trying to fit it back in the storage bag!
It's an excellent feature
With its handle fully integrated in its design, the Shark II is really easy to carry (and the handle actually looks good too, not that it matters that much though).
This electric pump comes with a long (9ft) cord for the 12V DC connector, and 4.5ft for the hose. It makes it really practical to reach the paddle boards from the car socket(s).
With the long cable and hose pipe, the boards don't have to sit just under the car doors or boot, allowing space to manoeuvre around one or multiple boards.
The digital display and automatic switch off are very practical too and super easy to use.
- Connect the hose to the board (using the right connector)
- Connect the cable to the vehicle 12V socket (vehicle engine running).
- Input the required PSI in the shark display.
- Press Go.
- You can go do whatever you want, the pump will now stop when it reaches the right pressure