Hydrus AXIS98 — Whitewater & River SUP
Small-Batch Built. River-Born. Versatile by Design.
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“The Axis is an absolute beast on the river! It handles everything from calm stretches to fast-moving rapids with ease. The stability is unbelievable, even in choppy water, and the durable construction gives me complete confidence, no matter how rocky the conditions.”
— Alex K.
🔥 Current Drop: Presale Offer — Save Big, Ride Later
Lock in your AXIS98 now at a steep discount before the next production run ships.
Estimated Ship Date: December 2025
Prices increase as completion nears.
Availability: Limited — preorders close as the batch fills.
Presale supports our small, rider-owned brand and guarantees your place in the next drop.
Meet the AXIS98 — Confidence Everywhere, Fun Anywhere
If you want one river board to do it all, this is it. The AXIS98 (9’8” x 35.5”) blends stability, speed, and gear capacity so you can cruise flat sections, punch through waves, fish all day, and paddle back out with a smile.
It tracks straighter, carries more, and feels rock-solid when the water gets spicy — all without giving up the playful feel Hydrus boards are known for.
“For river fishing, day trips, or mixed sections with lakes and slow water, the 98 is the clear winner.”
Why AXIS98 Stands Apart
1️⃣ Armalight Air™ Construction — Built for River Abuse
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3-Layer Fusion Shell: Heat-bonded layers (not glue-heavy laminates) for lighter weight and greater rigidity.
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Welded Seams: Permanent, non-chemical bonds = no weak points.
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Composite-Reinforced Rails: Impact and abrasion resistance for rocks, shelves, and gravel bars.
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Pressure-Tested to 31 PSI: Stiff, responsive feel even at common paddling pressures.
2️⃣ All-Day Stability + Straight-Line Speed
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35.5" width and tuned rocker for confidence in chop and holes.
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Tracks fast across calm sections and lakes; ideal for long approaches and returns.
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Easier to learn on than short playboards; forgiving without feeling sluggish.
3️⃣ Gear-Ready for Real Missions
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Up to 350 lbs capacity: Cooler, large dry pack, fishing setup — bring it.
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Fin Options (twin or quad): Smaller fins for shallow/rocky runs; larger fins for deeper, faster water.
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Handles + rigging points placed for real-world river use.
🌊 AXIS 98 vs. AXIS 88 — Find Your River Flow
| Feature |
🌊 AXIS 98 (9’8” × 35.5”)
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⚡ AXIS 88 (8’8” × 34.5”)
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| Board Type |
River / Whitewater Touring SUP |
Whitewater Freestyle SUP |
| Dimensions |
9’8” × 35.5” × 6” |
8’8” × 34.5” × 6” |
| Weight / Capacity |
24 lbs / 350 lbs |
20 lbs / 300 lbs |
| Construction |
Armalight Air™ WW Tech + Triple-Reinforced Seams |
Armalight Air™ WW Tech + Triple-Reinforced Seams |
| Fin System |
Twin or Quad (multiple flexible options included) |
Twin or Quad (multiple flexible options included) |
| Design Focus |
Stability + Tracking + Versatility |
Agility + Surf-Style Play + Precision |
| Ideal Use |
Mixed rivers, fishing, day trips, slower sections, or lakes |
Tight rapids, holes, slalom lines, and freestyle maneuvers |
| Stability |
🔵🔵🔵🔵 (Max Stability) |
🔵🔵🔵 |
| Straight-Line Speed / Glide |
🔵🔵🔵🔵 |
🔵🔵 |
| Maneuverability / Play |
🔵🔵🔵 |
🔵🔵🔵🔵 (Max Agility) |
| Gear / Fishing / Day Trips |
🔵🔵🔵🔵 |
🔵🔵 |
| Experience Level |
Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced |
Intermediate – Advanced |
| Bonus |
River fishing favorite; faster and more forgiving |
Freestyle favorite; sharper, surfier, and more technical |
🔍 Choose AXIS 98 for maximum stability, versatility, and confidence on rivers and day trips.
⚡ Choose AXIS 88 for technical paddlers who live for agility, play, and pure whitewater fun.
Specs — AXIS98
What’s Included
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🧳 Hydrus Mothership Backpack — heavy-duty, easy to roll, travel-ready
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🦈 Multiple Fins — tune for depth, speed, or grip
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💨 Dual-Action Hand Pump
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🔧 Repair Kit
Recommended Add-On:
Hydrus Tough Blade 3-Piece Carbon Paddle — carbon/Armalight hybrid for durability and powerful stroke efficiency. (Most AXIS98 riders bundle it.)
Built to Last — Backed for Life
✅ Lifetime Warranty — covers seams and construction for life
✅ 30-Day Test Ride Guarantee — love it, exchange it, or return it
✅ Hydrus Care Commitment — real paddlers, real support
“We test our inflatable boards against rocks, hot sun, kids, and Class III rivers. They’re as tough as they are high-performing.”
About Hydrus
We’re not a mass-market brand. Hydrus is a small, independent company started by two brothers in 2012 with one goal:
“Build the best boards possible and take care of our customers like family.”
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💬 Highest-reviewed paddleboard company in the world
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🏆 Trusted by rescue professionals & river guides
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🌎 Thousands of paddlers worldwide call Hydrus home
Ready for Your Best River Season Yet?
If you’re seeing the AXIS98 available, you’re looking at the current drop — and it won’t last.
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