Blackfin's all-around board with the construction quality of a hard board and the rolled-up convenience of an inflatable.

Why the Model V exists

The Model V sits in the Blackfin lineup as the standard 10'6 all-arounder. You give up a small price gap to the entry tier, and you get construction that ages better than the value boards. That sentence is the decision.

What's next on this page

  • Stiffness check at 14 and 18 PSI with a deflection gauge.
  • Owner-forum cross-reference across the iRocker Owners group and Reddit r/Sup.
  • Accessory mount load test with a cooler and a kayak seat.
  • Pricing re-sampled May 2026 across iRocker direct and bundled deals.

Expected republish of the long-form review: July 2026.