Description
A NEW GENERATION OF RACING:
Our goal was to create a fast, easy to use race board with a low profile for technical racing, small bumps and surfing.
This range sits between the Sprint and the All Star, with the Sprint being our fastest flat water model and the All Star being our all conditions racing SUP and most winning board of all time.
After seven rounds of prototypes and extensive testing with multiple riders, we arrived at a design that delivers impressive acceleration, balanced glide, little bow splash and solid cornering stability.
DESCRIPTIONS:
- Faster Acceleration - The low nose rocker and narrow nose outline help increase acceleration and overall efficiency on the flat. This acceleration is essential for technical racing, beach starts and explosive sprints after buoy turns.
- Balanced Trim - The refined rocker, outline and regular placement of volumes create a balanced glide.
- Solid turning and stability from the tail - the wider outline of the tail combined with the flat deck makes the movement very comfortable and stable during the turn.
Our new Gen-R is a key model for surf racing and all types of paddling. The slightly recessed deck has been optimized to provide great stability while being easy to use when starting from the beach and returning to the board. The low rail height and reduced nose thickness are highly requested features (especially by our lighter riders) for technical racing, buoy turns and maneuverability in choppy conditions. We think the Gen-R is a good compromise between the Sprint model for flat water and the All Star model for the ocean. Plus, younger riders will love this board for its speed and ease of use.
AVAILABLE DIMENSIONS:
- 14'0" X 29"
The surf racing and flat water racing model for people up to 120kg and lighter intermediate racers who want to enter the world of racing and take their performance to the next level.
The 29" is our largest and most stable Gen-R model, featuring an easy-to-ride design, a flat footing for beach starts and easy recovery in the event of a crash. The Gen-R is also our best line for surf racing and technical racing, and is a fantastic crossover for flat water and semi-choppy conditions.
- 14'0" x 27"
Designed as the go-to board for riders up to 110kg, the Gen-R is designed for technical racing and surfing, as well as light chop. The Gen-R 27" is a fantastic model for intermediate riders and taller riders looking to increase their speed on the course.
- 14'0" x 25"
The 25" will be one of our most popular Gen-R models due to its ability to suit a wide range of riders in a variety of conditions. Riders up to 220 lbs will love the Gen-R for surf and technical racing, light chop and semi-flatwater racing. Tune your Gen-R to your racing preferences with multiple grip positions for beach racing and the new 10" fin box lets you choose your preferred racing fin position.
The slim profile and lightweight construction are an exciting addition to the Starboard range and a highly anticipated model for both offshore and flatwater racing, with quicker acceleration, excellent surf performance and an easy-to-use design for beach starts and buoy turns.
- 14'0" x 23"
Designed for intermediate and elite riders, the Gen-R 23" is the highly anticipated model for technical racing and small chop.
The slim profile, flat deck design is a popular concept for its ease of use in beach starts, its ease of turning around buoys - with the wide tail design - and its versatility for light bumps, surf racing and sprints. The 23" model is the flat deck raceboard of choice for riders up to 90 kg.
FEATURES :
1. Nose Tip - The narrow nose tip is designed to slice efficiently through flat water and ocean bumps. The nose rocker shares Sprint genetics, extending the waterline for quicker acceleration and extended glide. While the low nose rocker helps with early bump detection, the rider must return to trim when riding bumps.
2. Nose Volume - The nose volume is designed to withstand medium ocean chop and perform in technical racing, surf and flat water. It is typically thinner than the All Star by about 4cm thick.
3. Semi-recessed deck - The deck has been designed to have a slightly lowered deck for stability. At the same time, the side walls are low, making it easier to get off the beach and get back on the board.
4. Round Rails - Round, soft rails run the entire length of the board. This allows the board to be balanced in chop and predictable in surf and downwind. Round rails are wide for added stability and balance.
5. Flat Bottom - The best bottom shape for all conditions, the flat bottom is fast in all situations, from surf to sprinting. The flat bottom is very predictable and controls well on the flat as well as in chop.
6. Wide Tail - This model has a wide tail and a very precise release. Turns are very easy on this model, and the wide tail gives you very good control in the surf.
7. Unique Drainage Hole - The unique central drain hole allows water from the semi-recessed deck to drain completely. Although there is virtually no water on the deck while paddling, the central drain hole allows excess water to drain away from the cockpit.
8. Multiple Grip Positions - The Gen-R is the specialist for technical and beach racing. The grips are adjustable thanks to our screw system which allows you to fine-tune the positioning of the grips.
9. 10" Fin Box - The Gen-R is our first race model to feature a 10" fin box to better accommodate riders' fin preferences. We equipped the Gen-R with a larger fin box to help fine-tune this. Shorter races will benefit from a fin further forward for fast turns, while longer races will benefit from a fin further back in the box. The fin box position varies for downhill riding, as some riders prefer more or less line when riding the bumps.
10. Thinner Profile, Lightweight Construction - One of the key design criteria for the Gen-R was the lightweight, thinner profile of the technical raceboard. This highly anticipated model is built to be thinner to allow for quicker acceleration, easy beach starts, and great performance in waves and around buoy turns. The thinner profile also helps maintain control in crosswinds and side chop.