Back in 1994 the very first precision-molded wood veneer boards were introduced. Three years ago starboard brought the world first carbon PVC sandwich wave boards. Last year another 5 to 10% of weight was shaved off from the lightest boards, and then another 5% was shaved off for the 014 Pro Boards.

Starboard was the first brand to introduce full-deck EVA deck grip to surf, windsurf and paddleboards. Starboard offers boards up to 39″ wide, leading the way in the wide and short-board revolution. Some six years ago when the 10’0″ x 34″ Whopper was introduced, the world was taken by storm. This shape of board continues to be the most popular to date.

Provides enough glide for flat-water cruising, good stability for catching waves and exciting performance once up and riding.

High performance, yet stable shapes for dedicated wave riding.

From chop to ocean swell, flat water to beach race starts, the fastest, the most efficient boards that cross the finish line first.

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  • The lightest technology.
  • The strongest build method
  • The quickest response.
  • Light paint job to reduce weight.
  • Full deck and bottom wrap of high quality biaxial carbon.
  • Full deck and bottom wrap of high density foam.
  • Fused Cell core
  • Ultra-light Startouch deck grip.
  • Hexcel center and side fins

The world’s lightest paddle boards are created by using an ultra light Biaxial carbon technology laminated onto water resistant high density foam sandwich and a Fused Cell core. We optimized the angles of the carbon weave introducing flex into paddle boarding. Our Brushed Carbon wave boards are up to 3.5 Kg lighter than our AST technology.

Available in most sizes, no race boards.

  • Full PVC clear UV protection film.
  • PU painted ding-resistant rails.
  • Impact resistant wood deck.
  • Three-quarter deck pad with 3mm square-groove EVA foam in the standing area, 2mm EVA fore and aft
  • All boards 9’8″ and shorter feature an integrated EVA kicker on the tail.
  • Hexcel center fins.
  • Pro models have Hexcel side fins, Starboard flex side fins for other models.

The full deck 0.6mm 510kg/m3 density Australian pine layer is combined with three-dimensional 400g glass mat onto a Fused cell core.

The volume created during expansion within the skin turns the lay-up into a stiff, durable, yet light sandwich construction.

  • 3/4 deck pad with 3mm square-groove EVA foam in the standing area, 2mm EVA fore and aft with light-weight Startouch deck traction on the nose.
  • Windsurf mast inserts are provided on most models.
  • Most boards under 10’0″ have foot-strap inserts for windsurfing.
  • All boards 9’8″ and shorter feature an integrated EVA kicker on the tail.
  • Hexcel center fins.
  • Pro models have Hexcel side fins, Starboard flex side fins for other models.

AST technology features a light-weight Fused cell core and uses layers of three-dimensional 400g glass mat wetted out with an expanding epoxy resin system that creates volume within the skin as it cures under pressure.

This creates a thick, stiff, durable, yet light-weight sandwiched laminate. A 3/4 deck wood layer improves rigidity, and deck impact resistance.

  • Full EVA deck pad
  • PU painted ding-resistant rails.
  • Full deck pad with 3 mm square-groove traction EVA foam in the standing area, 2 mm EVA fore and aft.
  • All boards 9’8″ and shorter feature an integrated EVA kicker on the tail.
  • Hexcel center fins.
  • Pro models have Hexcel side fins, Starboard flex side fins for other models.

AST technology features a light-weight Fused cell core and uses layers of three-dimensional 400g glass mat wetted out with an expanding epoxy resin system that creates volume within the skin as it cures under pressure.

This creates a thick, stiff, durable, yet light-weight sandwiched laminate. A 3/4 deck wood layer improves rigidity, and deck impact resistance.

  • PU painted ding-resistant rails.
  • Starboard injection-molded center and side fins.
  • 2mm 3/4 EVA deck pad.
  • Same great Starboard service and warranty systems.

Starshot Technology features a dense fused water resistant precision molded EPS core.

Additional layers of Military grade fiberglass and epoxy resin makes Starshot a tougher construction offering.

A half-deck wood layer improves rigidity and deck impact resistance.

* Starshot models use 2013 shapes

More Performance, More Volume, More Stiffness,

Boards:

  • Racer
  • Tandem
  • Explorer
  • Whopper
  • Touring
  • Tender
  • Yoga
  • Wide Point
  • Fisherman
  • Blend
  • Converse
  • Stream
  • Drive



  • Construction:
  • 6″ Linear Drop Stitch core material for extreme stiff ness.
  • 4″ Dot Precision Drop stitch core material for shape optimization and better performance on waves (8’2″ Wide Point and 9’0″ Converse DELUXE only).
  • High tensile UD center stringer for stiff ness
  • Top and bottom High tensile rail bands along the outline creates a stiffening Parabolic Anti-Torsion System.

 

  • AstroBox Fin System:
  • Foiled to reduce Drag
  • Max protrusion of only 7 mm.
  • Used in combination with our:
    – 4.5″ Side fins,
    – 6 3/4″, 8″ and Race 23 Center fin.
    – 2.5″ white water fins. Specialty low aspect side fins for whitewater surfing allowing for deflection from underwater obstacles.

 

  • Deck Pad:
  • Full EVA Deckpad.
  • 4mm square groove traction EVA foam in standing area.
  • 2mm Croc Skin EVA fore and aft.

 

  • Astro Bag:
  • High quality, heavy duty, canvas and breathable mesh.
  • Storage space for board and high pressure pump.
  • Padded bag and straps for extra comfort.
  • Full side zipper for easy loading.

 

  • Astro Pump:
  • Extra tall pressure pump for ease and quick inflation (14-18 PSI)
  • Removable ‘Big Foot’ base for more balance during infl ation.
  • Extra wide handle for ease and comfort.

 

  • Details:
  • Comfortable neoprene carry handle ASTRO DELUXE

Lighter, Durable, Best Value.

Boards:

  • Blend
  • Whopper
  • Converse
  • Wide Point
  • Drive
  • Junior
  • Tiki



  • Construction:
  • 4″ Linear Drop Stitch core material.
  • Top and bottom high tensile rail bands creating a Parabolic Anti-Torsion System. (same as in Deluxe model).
  • The PVC deck and bottom coating is machine rolled under high pressure and high temperature to maximize adhesion.

 

  • Fun Box Fin System:
  • Slot based heavy duty Fin System.
  • Glued-on soft side fi ns for extreme simplicity and safety.

 

  • Deck Pad:
  • 3/4 EVA Deck Pad.
  • Non-fading high quality Tiki Logo on UV coated PVC Patch.

 

  • Astro Bag:
  • High quality, heavy duty, canvas and breathable mesh.
  • Storage space for board and high pressure pump.
  • Padded bag and straps for extra comfort.
  • Full side zipper for easy loading.

 

  • Astro Pump:
  • Extra tall pressure pump for ease and quick inflation (14-18 PSI).
  • Removable ‘Big Foot’ base for more balance during inflation.
  • Extra wide handle for ease and comfort.

 

  • Details:
  • Comfortable neoprene carry handle.
  • Safe, strong, and economical construction.
  • Composite Uni-Directional stringer
  • Full deck pad with 4mm grooved traction EVA foam on rear two-thirds of the board.
  • Starboard injection-molded center and side fins.
  • Impact-resistant high density thermoformed EVA foam rails.
  • Soft EVA tail bumper.

Our “soft & tough” user friendly construction. The EPS core is strengthened by a glass T stringers. The half-deck wood provides extra impact resistance.

Full EVA deck for a soft, comfortable touch. The rails are made from high density EVA and have been further toughened through a thermoform process which increases the impact resistance

ASAP models use 2013 shapes