Front, back, and side views of Rackham Aero APEX 12'4" Silver King board with paddle, seat, and gear bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Rackham Aero APEX 12′4″ Bug Slinger™ Backwater Inflatable Paddle Board with bag, paddle, and pump.
Front, back, and side views of Rackham Aero APEX 12'4" Silver King board with paddle, seat, and gear bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Rackham Aero APEX 12′4″ Bug Slinger™ Backwater Inflatable Paddle Board with bag, paddle, and pump.
Apex pedal drive shown beside man seated on a Rackham Aero in the water.
Close-up of rod holder rack and seat base with visible BOTE logo on the Rackham Aero deck.
Person fly fishing from a Rackham Aero with a dog onboard in front of a forested shoreline.

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Low-angle view of a woman and her dog fishing while standing on a Rackham Aero paddle board.

Stand-Up Paddle Configuration

The 12′4″ Rackham Aero at it’s core has been and will always be the fisherman’s SUP. Boasting the highest capacity of any BOTE inflatable paddle board, the Rackham Aero is the perfect way to turn land-based camping trips into epic river journeys.

Man seated on a Rackham Aero with pedal drive system and fishing gear on calm water.

Pedal Drive Configuration

The revolutionary design of the APEX Pedal Drive + Rudder System (APEX•PD) is incredibly fast and shockingly efficient.

APEX•PD Sold Separately.

Man paddling while seated in the Rackham Aero kayak.

Kayak Configuration

The SUP+Kayak Paddle offers a seamless transition from stand-up paddling to kayaking.

Included with Select Styles.

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Rocket Rac Compatible

Use the removable rac receivers to instantly transform your BOTE into the ultimate fishing platform with the sold separately Mini Rocket Rac, Tackle Rac or Bucket Rac.

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Hybrid SUP & Paddle Design

Our patent-pending Aero Paddle Seat technology custom-built to fit the Rackham Aero to convert it from stand-up paddle board to sit-on-top kayak.

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APEX Pedal Drive + Rudder System Compatible

We pushed the boundaries and evolved the Rackham Aero to be the stand-up paddle board sibling to the LONO Aero by making it a pedal drive compatible watercraft.

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Rail Rac System

Removable slide tracks can be mounted to 6 different locations across the rails of the Rackham Aero. These slide tracks allow for additional gear like paddle clips, Sandspear clips, or even fishing rod holders. Plus, Rail Rac attachments can be converted to screw directly into the 1/4"-20 mounts.

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MAGNEPOD™ Compatible

Compatible with our MAGNEPOD™ magnetic drinkware and accessory retention system.

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Overall rating: 4.814815 / 5 from 27 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

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Review topics: [stability, straps, construction, feels, setup, design, board, pedal drive, seat, sup, boy, pump].

Review highlights

  • "The HD boards are great but the stability of the Rackham is incomparable." — Blake J.
  • "Setup of base board is super easy." — Daniel S.
  • "I can inflate a bigger board faster than my old one." — Robert F.

Reviews

Perfect Combo

"Perfect combination of kayak and paddle board. Since I don't have a truck the Bote Rackham aero is just what I needed for fishing and playing on local lakes. So far I'm loving the setup and the ease of going out to the lake. Bote has done a great job with the looks and function of this paddle board. Easy storage and setup."

— Gary M. (5/5)

Very well made, very stable,

"Very well made, very stable, alot of parts and screws, need to simplify screws and attachments with foot pedal assembly."

— William C. (5/5)

BEST PADDLE BOARD OUT THERE

"Best paddle board for every type of fishing, incredible platform for fly fishing!"

— Danny H. (5/5)

Great Board! Great Service @ FWB

"Matt at the FWB store was awesome. I constantly bring him up and refer people to him if they ask me about my setups while out. Couldn't be happier with the equipment. The Rackham is a stable fishing machine. Add the Kula 5 and Fish Rack....no brainer for inshore fishing. Wish i woulda gotten the pedal drive now.....but thats hindsight."

— William H. (5/5)

Looks great and performs great.

"Looks great and performs great. Haven't tried the pedals yet, but it is the perfect size and stability for an adult and kid to spend a few hours on the water. I would recommend a motorized pump because the hand pump was tiresome."

— Mandy H. (5/5)

First Bote board

"Love the ease of use and versatility of the board. I have used it several times on the bay while fishing and have had zero issues. It is a great option for a bigger person (6ft 1 and 300lbs) such as myself. The peddle drive does take some getting used to, but the seat is very adjustable for all size people. Sand spear will hold you in place and with the aero pump it is super easy to inflate and deflate."

— John E. (5/5)

Love the pattern, great looking

"Love the pattern, great looking and stable. Very happy with the product."

— Michele E. (5/5)

Carp finder

"I bought this to use for carp fishing. Allows me to silently approach from any direction and get into places I could never approach on foot. The sand spear holds my position and allows me too reel in fish without getting pulled all over the place. Really expanding where I can go and the number of fish I can try for. Great product!"

— Steve H. (5/5)

Awesome, just a bit expensive.

"Awesome, just a bit expensive."

— joshua h. (4/5)

Well built product

"Well built product"

— Jim M. (4/5)

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Introducing the reimagined Rackham Aero, now compatible with the APEX Pedal Drive. This all-new combination evolves the Rackham Aero into the ultimate upset of the paddle sports world. Revolutionary adaptability so intuitive that it settles the battle between boards and kayaks. Everything you want out of a paddle board with everything you need out of a kayak, working in harmony to reshape the way you enjoy the water.
Included Items
  • One (1) Rackham Aero 12′4″ Inflatable Paddle Board
  • One (1) 3-Piece Adjustable SUP Paddle
  • One (1) Removable Pedal Port
  • One (1) Rackham Aero Paddle Seat
  • One (1) 10″ Removable Aero Center Fin
  • One (1) Pair of Slide-In Aero Rac Receivers
  • One (1) Removable Aero Paddle Sheath
  • One (1) Removable Aero Sandspear Sheath
  • One (1) Aero Repair Kit
  • One (1) Hand Pump
  • One (1) Rolling Travel Bag

Accessory styles may differ slightly from shown.

Technical Specs
  • Dimensions: 12′4″ L × 38″ W × 7″ D
  • Capacity: 181 kg
  • Avg. Weight: 20.4 kg
  • Construction: Inflatable AeroULTRA Technology
  • Optimal Inflation: 10-15 PSI
  • Travel Bag Dimensions: 41″ L × 19″ W × 13″ D
  • Loaded Bag Weight: 35.8 kg

If rider weight is within 22 kg of a board's listed capacity, BOTE recommends upgrading to a larger capacity board.

Care + Storage
  1. Rinse off With Clean Water After each Use
    Rinsing off residue, debris, and salt water from your Aero will ensure it stays looking new for years to come. A damp cloth or Magic Eraser will also safely remove any dirt or scuffs that may have occurred while in use. 
  2. Store In A Cool, Dry Place
    When storing your Aero rolled, let it dry completely before rolling back into the bag. Always store your Aero in a cool, dry place or a shady area out of reach of direct sunlight, to avoid weakening or fading of colors.
  3. Keep Out Of Direct Sunlight When Not In Use
    Over time, the sun can both weaken the material and seams and increases the pressure beyond its design limits. If your Aero is out of the water and not in use, move it to a shady place out of direct sunlight.
  4. Reduce PSI When Not In Use
    If you must leave your Aero out of the water and in direct sunlight or choose to store it partially inflated, reduce pressure until the board is compressible by hand.
Front, back, and side views of Rackham Aero APEX 12'4" Silver King board with paddle, seat, and gear bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Rackham Aero APEX 12′4″ Bug Slinger™ Backwater Inflatable Paddle Board with bag, paddle, and pump.
Front, back, and side views of Rackham Aero APEX 12'4" Silver King board with paddle, seat, and gear bag.
Top, side, and bottom view of the Rackham Aero APEX 12′4″ Bug Slinger™ Backwater Inflatable Paddle Board with bag, paddle, and pump.