Glide O2 Angler 3.0 iSUP Review
Pros
- Extremely stable at 11’x 36’’, so you can reel in the big guys without tipping over!
- Well-designed rod holders that securely hold rods out of the way but are still within reach. Plus extra anchor points for more fishing gear.
- Very portable. You can use this as your go-to fishing vessel instead of a boat that can’t be strapped to your roof!
- Big open deck so you can fish off of it in many ways - kneeling, sitting, or standing.
- 500 lb maximum weight capacity! So feel free to load up with fishing gear and extra bait.
- Smooth glide through the water despite being a large, solid SUP. This is thanks to the parallel rails and slight rocker on the nose.
- Awesome looking and comfortable deck pad. The teak color and design truly amps up the fishing vibe.
Cons
- Since you need a lot of gear to go fishing and things can get cluttered, we’d like to see paddle holders added to the board as a way to safely secure the paddle out of the way.
- The included AirThrone inflatable kayak seat is super comfortable, but you'll need to buy a second paddle blade separately to complete the kayak conversion
A ‘more portable than your boat’ fishing vessel for the everyday Angler!

Lot’s of folks were taught to stay quiet while fishing, but I learned a different secret many years ago… You gotta listen to music while on the water. Just make sure it’s a catchy tune!
And with that awful joke out of the way, we’ve got plenty of time for our new Glide O2 Angler 3.0 fishing SUP review! This impressive paddle board has somehow made itself even better than its predecessor.
The Glide O2 Angler 3.0 is 11’ x 36’’ x 6’, so it’s a large board. It’s exceptionally stable, which will make it so much easier to land that big fish. Or, keep the chaotic child that wants to come along, dry.
Despite being large, it’s very manageable, especially compared to a fishing boat. It can roll up to a small enough size to fit right into the Glide wheeled backpack, which easily fits into the trunk of a sedan. It also has a 500 lbs weight capacity so it’s able to support a lot of gear/fishing supplies. Do you have an unnecessarily massive tackle box, a cooler, and an anchor? No problem. Just make sure you have quality bait because you know what they say about bad bait… it’s a fail-lure. Last one, I promise (but my fingers may be crossed as I write this).
We think the Glide O2 Angler 3.0 would be a great SUP for paddlers who:
- Are ready for a new, transportable fishing SUP, with a ton of included accessories
- Appreciate a fishing SUP that has classic fishing mounts but does not overdo it
- Want a SUP with a huge maximum weight capacity
Glide O2 Angler 3.0: Spec Sheet

- Main Category: Fishing
- Board Dimensions: 11’0″ x 36″ x 6″
- Listed Board Weight: 24 lbs
- Listed Max Capacity: 500 lbs
- Recommended PSI: 20+
- Fins: 2+1 with a center US fin box and quick-release side fins
- Paddle: 3-piece adjustable
- Materials: Dual-layer PVC, cross-woven drop stitching
- Warranty: 5-year
Performance Review of the Glide O2 Angler 3.0 Stand Up Paddle Board



Overall Score: [9.6/10]
- Stability: 9.9/10
- Speed: 8.0/10
- Tracking: 8.4/10
- Maneuverability: 8.4/10
- Construction Quality: 9.8/10
- Features/Accessories: 9.7/10
Stability Rating: [9.9/10]


This Glide O2 Angler 3.0 is exceptionally stable.
It’s 36 inches wide, which is even wider than Glide’s yoga board which is 35 inches wide. And we know that yoga boards are built to be stable, so increasing the width of the O2 Angler by an inch and making it a full 11’ long is done to add even more stability.
In terms of plan shape, it has a very long wide zone through the middle of the board. It is almost as wide in the tail as it is in the nose, which gives it a large amount of flat surface area in direct contact with the water. Also, the tail is squared-off. And not just slightly squared off, but very prominently.
So in sum, if you’re new to paddleboarding and aren’t sure if you’ll be able to stand on it and fish at the same time, rest assured, you will be able to. This SUP is so stable that anybody will feel comfortable on it, even with a fishing pole in hand. Plus, it has a wide open deck pad so you can sit or kneel on it with plenty of space – which increases your stability even more. So if you’re fishing in a river or more windy conditions, you can opt to sit down while casting and reelin’ em in.
Speed Test: 8.0/10

Board | |
Top Sprint Speed: | 5.1 MPH |
Average Cruising Speed: | 3.80 MPH |
To obtain our speed test results, we use a Speed Coach Sup 2. This gives us accurate readings on how fast we are paddling and our current stroke rates. For the top sprint speed, we paddle as hard as we can for approximately 10-15 seconds and then record our average speed. For the casual test, we paddle at 30-35 strokes per minute for approximately 30-60 seconds and record the average speed.
The Glide Angler O2 is quite obviously not the fastest SUP – it’s big! But, it is less than 25 lbs so it isn’t painfully slow either. It surprised us with a sprinting speed over 5 MPH, which is really impressive for such a wide board. Overall, it has great speed for a fishing SUP; it’s not too slow to the point where we don’t feel like we could paddle out half a mile or a mile. The nose comes to a slight point with a little bit of rocker, which helps it glide over the water instead of pushing through it.
We also think it has a comfortable enough speed to be able to take a few kids out on it and use it as an adventure SUP, especially if you are a very large paddler.
Tracking: 8.4/10


This SUP falls right in line with how we expected it to track. It tracks straight for about 7 paddle strokes per side, which is great for how wide the SUP is. The board has a good shape through the rail section – it’s very straight – which helps with tracking.
It has two removable side fins with an FCS 9’’ center fin. It is one of our favorite fins because it is very secure and we have never lost one (like we have with the Kumano). It’s also easy to screw in and has a US fin box, so you can swap it out with other fins if you choose to. The two small side fins are about 4″ long. That’s just long enough to help improve the board’s tracking when all three are installed, but without making it impossible to turn (see below). Since these fins are removable, you can choose to leave them off for better maneuverability, or use just the small side fins if you are in really shallow water.
Maneuverability: 8.4/10


This board maneuvers nicely, but its not so maneuverable that you’re constantly fighting to keep yourself in one place. With all three fins in place it can take a little more effort to make big turns, so using reverse sweep strokes to change directions was my go-to on this SUP. It glides nicely over the water, so it doesn’t fight back when you nudge it in a certain direction. We guessed it was going to be pretty easy to step back on the wide platform – and it is! Since the tail is so wide, it helps keep the board very stable as you walk backward and the nose begins to lift. Also, it’s a big board, but it’s only 25 lbs, so it’s not very difficult to pop the nose out of the water.
Construction Quality: 9.8/10

Glide’s “3.0” construction is lovely. The inside of the board has been upgraded with a cross-woven dropstitch core (so the fibers inside the board alternate in X shapes) and the base layer is also made with a woven fabric. Through our testing we’ve found that these two upgrades go a long way in improving board rigidity without adding a ton of weight. The dual-layer fusion PVC means there are no air gaps or glue-bubbles to worry about between the layers of reinforced PVC. And last, but absolutely not least, the new Thermo-Fuse rail system uses two layers of heat-welded rails plus a third layer glued to the outside to make the Angler 3.0 more rigid, durable, and puncture resistant than ever before.
What if you accidentally poke the board with a fishing hook?
You don’t have to worry about that, because the hook is not likely to break the surface of the PVC – it is very dense. It’s more probable that the hook would bounce off and fall into the water. The real risk comes from the knife you may use to gut your fish – so be extra careful there. The reason the PVC is dense enough to fight back against your hook is that Glide uses a heavier-than-average denier scrim for the PVC tarpaulin and welded seams. This means the second layer of the PVC is embedded with a loosely-woven fabric called a scrim, and heat and pressure are used to reinforce the seam cohesion. One of the biggest benefits of an inflatable SUP is actually its durability. With a hard bord made of fiberglass and epoxy, any light impact with a pier pylon, rock, or even your own body, can significantly damage the board. With the Glide O2 Angler 3.0, the board will simply bounce off obstacles like these!
Board Stiffness:


Stiffness Test: 1.0” Bend
In order to attest to the rigidity of each board, we use a bend test curated by Supboardguide. In order to obtain the results, we inflate the board to its maximum recommended PSI and then place it across two sawhorses that are 7 feet apart. We then take a measurement in the middle of the board. Then, we place 150 lbs worth of sandbags on the middle top of the SUP. Last, we record its displacement (the movement from its original position). We use this method for every board we test as a way to mathematically compare boards across a common denominator.
Once this board is inflated and all ready to go, it provides excellent stiffness and rigidity. Only bending one inch is an achievement, and attests to Glides’ quality construction processes. With a maximum pressure rating of over 20 PSI, Glide takes the rigidity of their inflatables seriously. Most electric pumps won’t even go that high, and most users won’t need that extra pressure, either. But it’s nice to know that the board is rated to deal with those higher pressures.
Features/Accessory Review: [9.7/10]
Features:

This fishing SUP is fully-loaded, but not overly extravagant. It has sufficient mounts for rod holders and more, but still leaves a lot of open deck space for being able to spread out and get comfortable. You can stand, sit, kneel, or even sit atop a cooler if that’s more comfortable.
There is a front and back bungee cargo area for strapping down your gear, such as a tackle box and a cooler with ice in it. Along the sides of the SUP, there are four pairs of D-rings that you can use as a means to strap down additional cargo or attach the included inflatable AirThrone kayak seat. The kayak seat is simple to attach and makes for a comfortable and ergonomic option for seated paddling and fishing.
We love the deck pad – it’s a brushed EVA with grooves and it’s very comfortable. It helps with traction and with letting water drain off of the board.
The fishing mounts: On the front of the board there are two RailBlaza-style mounting points specifically designed for Glide’s fishing rod holders that come included with the board. They securely hold the rods out of the way but still keep them within reach, and are also adjustable, rotatable, and have a locking mechanism. It’s a very convenient system for giving your arms a rest. Right in front of the rear cargo pad are the Scotty-style accessory mounts. You could use these to attach a fishing rack or other compatible accessories.
And to top it off, each side of the SUP has a nylon loop for anchoring in with an anchor pole.
We think the SUP has an almost perfect amount of accessory mounts without being too cluttered or distracting. The one thing we want to see added is a paddler holder – even two small velcro loops on the rails would suffice. Also, speaking of the paddle, we find that it does tend to flex a little bit when you are really cranking on it. We don’t find that happening with the Glide Retro or Lotus, but this SUP is a bit bigger and heavier than those two. We think the Angler O2 should be paired with a more heavy-duty paddle or one with a carbon fiber shaft instead of fiberglass.
Included Accessories:



Included with the board is a 10’ coil leash, a 3-piece paddle, a repair kit, inflatable kayak seat, the 9’’ fin, two 4″ fins, adjustable rod holders, and a large roller backpack. The backpack is durable and fits the board plus its accessories easily.
It’s awesome how portable this SUP truly is. When rolled up and inside the bag, it easily fits into the trunk. When rolled up and outside of the bag, it’s slightly larger than a regular sleeping bag (not one of those ultralights). When inflated, you can put it on a roof rack and drive to the lake (or river or ocean) that way. When you think about it, this is a huge contrast to an 85-pound fishing kayak or an even heavier fishing boat. If you are an avid fisher, having the O2 Angler on hand for when you want to get in some recreational fishing without having to make a huge deal out of it would be a huge bonus.
Summary Review of the Glide O2 Angler 3.0 – 2025

This fishing SUP is excellent for anybody who is ready to change from their fishing boat to something lighter, more compact, and easily transportable, or for those looking to get their first fishing vessel and want a complete package all in one go. Its shape, size, and construction make it a super stable board that has a ton of room for moving around on so you can be comfortable for hours. We love that it has Scotty-style mounts and mounting points for the fishing rod holders that come with the board.
With its 500 lbs capacity, it is also great for bringing out an extra passenger along with your fishing supplies – so if you want to teach somebody to fish, you both can hop on board and be comfortable. Just don’t catch a 400 lb shark and capsize yourselves…
So the next time you want to talk with a fish, consider dropping it a line from the Glide O2 Angler 3.0! Okay, okay, that’s enough carping for this crappie writer, hopefully at least one of them got you laugh-fin!
Happy paddling! We hope you enjoyed this review of the Glide O2 Angler 3.0. If you have any questions or comments, please leave us a comment below!
Laura Coor
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