Team, have a couple of epoxy SUPS but want something I can easily take on the boat and not worry about damage. Have considered inflatables, but prob prefer a soft top - any advice from members who recommend a soft top for general cruising around or pls let me know if you think an inflatable is a better proposition (understanding the portability but also having to pump and deflate). TIA.

If you can carry a soft top why not a smaller inflatable and leave it pumped up? Leave it a bit underinflated to allow for expansion then top up. Some like the HONU have FCS 11 fins, easily removed until you need to use it. Cheers

Soft tops are better in my opinion.

Defo a soft top over inflatable dude!