It takes about 30 minutes the first time you set up the frame assembly. Once you have done it once, you will have pads and wraps attached and it will be much faster in the future. You can also leave the frame & mat assembly intact while you use the water sled and simply inflate or deflate as you decide to use the different features.
Inflation only takes about 5 or 6 minutes with a power inflator. These inflators are available at local boat stores or upon request from Aqua Sports. They attach to the battery of your boat or plug into your houseboat generator. The unit does include a billows foot pump for locations that do not have a power source.
3.) How do I anchor my SUT when using it as a swimming platform?
The S.U.T. has built in D-Rings on the front and back of the unit. Simply drop down a rope with a sand bag or marine anchor from the tie off rings. On windy days, you may also want to tie off to your boat or to a stake on the shore to guard against runaways.