Starboard Gen R 14' x 25"

Rigid racing SUP

A high-performance race board for all conditions

The new Gen R represents the latest evolution in race board design. Developed with lessons learned from the recent ICF World Championships and feedback from paddlers of all levels, the new Gen R is designed to offer superior performance in various conditions, while remaining accessible to all competitors.

At 14' × 25", it represents an excellent compromise between efficiency and control, whether on flat water or in chop, ocean races, or events with beach starts and buoy turns.

Technical specifications – Gen R 14' × 25"

Feature	Specification
Brand	Starboard
Model	Gen R
Type	Rigid racing SUP
Use case	Race, technical race, flatwater, open water
Length	14'0" / 426.7 cm
Width	25" / 63.5 cm
Advertised maximum thickness	8.9" / 22.7 cm
Tail width	14.8" / 37.7 cm
Volume	288 liters
Recommended rider weight	Up to 105 kg
Construction	Lite Tech
Weight	14.73 kg
Fin setup	Single, central Flash+
Deck	Mostly flat platform, slightly lowered
Handle	1 cm recessed EVA

Technical features of the 2026 Starboard Gen R

Versatile design

Flat water, technical races, beach starts, and open ocean paddling in light to medium weather are ideal for the new Gen R. Its lighter, thinner design gives you better control and the ability to paddle in a wide range of race scenarios, from flat-water sprints to choppy downwind runs.

Fast glide and responsiveness

The rounded tail, inspired by the All Star, gives the Gen R better glide, increased speed, and greater forgiveness in the ocean. Its design ensures excellent responsiveness in turns and optimal water drainage.

Refined profile and reduced weight

The new Gen R has a thinner profile and less volume than the previous generation, making it lighter, faster, and more maneuverable, especially in crosswinds or during beach starts.

New rounded rails

The rounded forward rails have been redesigned to improve directional control and tracking, especially when the wind is blowing from the side. Their geometry seeks a balance between stability and precision in variable conditions.

Extended forward standing area

The standing area on the new Gen R has been extended forward to facilitate stance adjustments during sprints and downwind runs.

6. New rocker line

The rocker combines geometry inspired by the previous Gen R at the front and the All Star at the rear. This design aims to maintain exceptional control in choppy water and lightning-fast acceleration on flat water.

Lowered platform

The standing area is 1.5 cm lower than on the previous Gen R. This lowering brings the rider's center of gravity closer to the water's surface, improving stability and control.

New recessed EVA handle

The 1 cm recessed EVA handle offers a soft and comfortable grip when carrying. Its design is particularly suited for running beach starts, where the board must be lifted and handled quickly.

V-nose

Designed to help drain water from the deck and improve the board's handling in chop and waves.

Lite Tech Construction

Lite Tech is a more accessible alternative, with a reinforced construction suitable for regular use and training.

It uses:

• Unidirectional reinforcement bands to increase stiffness.

• Additional reinforcements on the rails and bow.

• Australian pine in the standing area to improve impact resistance and stiffness.

• High-density foam around the inserts to reinforce attachments.

For what type of paddler?

The Gen R 14' × 25" is aimed at paddlers looking to compete without being limited to a single type of water.

Its intermediate width and easy-to-move-on platform make it particularly relevant for technical races, mixed-condition competitions, and long-distance fitness.

It is an interesting choice for competitors who prefer a versatile board over a model specialized exclusively for flat-water speed.

Starboard Gen R technical white paper

To delve deeper into the design choices, Starboard provides a technical white paper dedicated to the development of the Gen R.

It notably presents the evolution of the shape, prototypes, comparative trials, and the results of tests conducted with the Starboard team paddlers.