How to Deflate a Uli Paddle Board or Surfboard
Unscrew the valve at the nose of the board., Open the valve., Push the air out of the board by rolling it., Fasten the belt around the board to hold it compactly.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Unscrew the valve at the nose of the board.
The valve is a "push-push" valve, so push on it to open it.
The red pin is higher when the valve is closed and lower when the valve is open and ready to deflate.
You will immediately hear a rush of air flowing out of the board. , Always roll the Uli with the fins inside and the deck pad on the outside.
Start rolling with fins up and deck down.
Roll in the direction starting at the tail and move to the nose. , Push close the valve to prevent the board from re-inflating. -
Step 2: Open the valve.
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Step 3: Push the air out of the board by rolling it.
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Step 4: Fasten the belt around the board to hold it compactly.
Detailed Guide
The valve is a "push-push" valve, so push on it to open it.
The red pin is higher when the valve is closed and lower when the valve is open and ready to deflate.
You will immediately hear a rush of air flowing out of the board. , Always roll the Uli with the fins inside and the deck pad on the outside.
Start rolling with fins up and deck down.
Roll in the direction starting at the tail and move to the nose. , Push close the valve to prevent the board from re-inflating.
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