GENERATION

Generations ahead of the rest

GENERATION

Generations ahead of the rest

The Generation is the best of 3 worlds; Surfing, Racing and Touring. The Generation is basically the perfect board for a one board quiver. A true high-performance all round paddle board.

Due to popular demand, the range has expanded to 6 sizes in total to accommodate all riders’ weight and skill levels.

 

Award-winning and the world’s paddle board of choice:

“Every paddler should own a board like the Generation”
SUPBoarder Magazine

Best Gear of The Year Awarded by
SUP Connect Magazine

10 x CLIMATE POSITIVE

SURFING

It will remind you of the Longboard when surfing as the tail outline makes it respond with ease.

RACING

It will remind you of the All Star board when racing in all water conditions.

TOURING

It will remind you of the Touring board when it comes to stability and user-friendliness.

OUTLINE

Fairly parallel, which delivers a predictable and controlled glide. The wide nose delivers fast acceleration when sprinting as it floats on top of the water. The tail is pulled into a square shape, making it easier to sink for fast buoy turns and most responsive to turn sharply in the surf.

ROUND VEE NOSE

  • Helps lift the board to accelerate faster and maintain a higher top speed.
  • It also floats over chop smoothly, making it versatile to handle all conditions.

GRADUAL NOSE KICK

  • Helps stop the board from diving in the surf and downwind, as well as lifting over chop upwind.
  • The curved rocker is fast on flats, smooth in the surf and very capable in chop.

RAIL THICKNESS

Maintained throughout the entire profile of the board, giving a balanced glide from nose to tail. The Generation is thinner than a Touring and Race board, making it lighter to maneuver and easier to carry.

RAIL TUCK EDGE

Round to avoid nose catching, sharpening at the middle to create a stable platform, through to sharp edge at the tail to carve in the surf.

DEEP DOUBLE CONCAVE

Supports the round Vee with stability direct under foot.

RECESSED PAD

For comfort and stability. The flat deck makes it easy to move freely around when trimming the board and surfing on the tail.

2IN1 SHOULDER CARRY STRAP & PADDLE HOLDER

  • Velcro loop to attach your paddle.
  • Easier to carry as the board simply hangs effortlessly on the shoulder and free up your hand to multi-task, hold your coffee, or phone.
  • When not in use, the bungee sits flat on the board so it doesn’t drag in the water.

(Comes with Carbon Top model and can be purchased after-market for ASAP and Lite Tech)

BUNGEE TIE DOWN

A Bungee tie down in front of the board for storing gear and supplies.

FCS INSERT

On the nose to attach accessories like a GoPro, phone holder, compass or GPS.

(Available only on Carbon Top models)

THRUSTER FIN SET UP

  • A single fin set up provides good straight-line tracking and is easy to buoy turn when racing.
  • A thruster set up with the 5.5” side fins proved the best combination for added drive and control to turn the board with ease in surf.

WINDSURF FIN BOX

On ASAP WS constructions.

US center fin box positioned towards the middle, which gives great upwind control and improves the ease of learning Windsurfing and wingboarding.

*Recommend Drake shallow 220 fin which can be purchased after-market

Board Constructions

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CARBON TOP

LIGHTNESS YOU CAN FEEL
  • The best-lightest value ever
  • Shoulder carry strap makes it easy and lighter to carry the board.
  • Introducing light biaxial carbon on the deck mixed with a protective layer of low-weight fiberglass placement resulting in the lightness you can feel.
  • Australian pine on standing area for extra impact resistant and rigidity.
  • 2 x T-stringers on the full deck significantly increase strength against total breakage in waves. (Special on Generation board only)
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ASAP

AS STRONG AS POSSIBLE

  • Impact-resistant high-density EVA wrapping the whole rail from nose to tail.
  • Multiple layers of high-grade fiberglass are wetted out in epoxy resin wrapping the hull.
  • Australian pine on the standing area for extra impact resistance and rigidity.
  • Extra rigidity with the introduction of unidirectional stringer bands and solid with added rail and nose reinforcements.
  • Comes with shoulder carry strap inserts. Starboard shoulder carry strap can be purchased aftermarket.
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LITE TECH

LIGHT, STRONG, AFFORDABLE
  • Extra rigidity with the introduction of unidirectional stringer bands and solid with added rail / nose reinforcements.
  • Australian pine on the standing area for extra impact resistance and rigidity in the most critical area.
  • Comes with shoulder carry strap inserts. Starboard shoulder carry strap can be purchased aftermarket.
  • All inserts have added high-density foam reinforcements.
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RHINO

AS TOUGH AS IT GETS

  • Built to last, Rhino is the most durable and hardwearing technology designed for schools and clubs.
  • The entire board is wrapped in a thick, tough thermoplastic polymer ABS skin, offering an ultra strong impact resistance and durable shell.
  • The full rail is wrapped with a 0.7mm thick rail band to further protect the rails against impact.
  • Full EVA deck makes it forgiving and comfortable to move around.
  • A tow hole in the nose makes it easy to tow the boards and makes it easy to lock multiple boards together.
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Available Sizes

Choose your length:

If you want the fastest option then choose the 14’0” models. The longer length offers the fastest glide and best efficiency, allowing you to paddle longer distances with more speed than the 12’6”. The 14’0” is the best option for those more focused on cruising, touring and racing.

The 12’6” being shorter remains the more maneuverable option, easier and faster to turn in the surf and nimble for lighter riders. If you’re focused on surfing, have limited storage and want a board that’s easier to transport, then go with the 12’6”.

Choose your width:

The Generation is available in 3 widths

  • The 30” wide is the most stable option for heavier riders and those that want the most forgiveness in choppier conditions.
  • The 28” width is the best combination of speed and stability, offering the best of both worlds.
  • The 26” is more targeted at speed and efficiency, suited for lighter riders and high skilled riders that choose speed over stability.

14’0″ x 30″

Length: 14’0” / 427 cm

Width: 30” / 76 cm

If you want to maximise your glide and have the most stable ride, this is the go to board. Designed for riders up to 120kg, the 30” width is the most forgiving and stable choice.

Available constructions:

• Carbon Top

• Lite Tech

14’0″ x 28″

Length: 14’0” / 427 cm

Width: 28” / 71 cm

Designed for riders up to 110kg, the 28” is the original size which combines speed and stability, giving you the best of both.

Available constructions:

• Carbon Top

• Lite Tech

14’0″ x 26″

Length: 14’0” / 427 cm

Width: 26” / 66 cm

If speed is your priority, then this is the board for you. The 14’0” length maximises the glide and allows you to compete in the 14’0” race class, while the 26” width is most efficient for riders up to 100kg.

Available constructions:

• Carbon Top

• Lite Tech

12’6″ x 30″

Length: 12’6” / 381 cm

Width: 30” / 76 cm

Being the widest 12’6”, it offers the best stability for riders up to 110kg. The 12’6” length being shorter is easier to maneuver on and off the water.

Available constructions:

• Carbon Top

• Lite Tech

• ASAP

NEW Rhino

12’6″ x 28″

Length: 12’6” / 381 cm

Width: 28” / 71 cm

Suited to riders up to 100kg, the 28” is the original favorite of the Generation and our best-selling model.

Available constructions:

• Carbon Top

• Lite Tech

12’6″ x 26″

Length: 12’6” / 381 cm

Width: 26” / 66 cm

The 26” is the fastest and most efficient 12’6”, designed for lighter riders up to 90kg.

Available constructions:

• Carbon Top

• Lite Tech

WHAT'S IN THE BOX?

What’s included varies between board models & constructions

FAQ's

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Model14'0" x 30"
GENERATION
14'0" x 28"
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14'0" x 26"
GENERATION
12'6" x 30"
GENERATION
12'6" x 28"
GENERATION
12'6" x 26"
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Rider Weight50-120 kg50-110 kg45-100 kg55-110 kg50-100 kg40-90 kg
Length14'0" / 426.7 cm14'0" / 426.7 cm14'0" / 426.7 cm12'6" / 381 cm12'6" / 381 cm12'6" / 381 cm
Width30" / 76.2 cm28" / 71.1 cm26" / 66.0 cm30" / 76.2 cm28" / 71.1 cm26" / 66.0 cm
Thickness6.5" / 16.5 cm6.3" / 16 cm6.3" / 16 cm6.3" / 16 cm6.3" / 16 cm6.3" / 16 cm
Tail Width14.6” / 37.1 cm13.8” / 35.1 cm12.6” / 32.1 cm17.0” / 43.0 cm16.5” / 41.9 cm12.6” / 32.1 cm
Volume310 L285 L265 L272 L249 L236 L
Fin Set UpThrusterThrusterThrusterThrusterThrusterThruster
FinsCenter 230
LITE TECH: 8"
Side: 5.5"
Center 230
LITE TECH: 8"
Side: 5.5"
Center 230
LITE TECH: 8"
Side: 5.5"
Center 230
LITE TECH, ASAP, and RHINO: 8"
Side: 5.5"
Center 230
LITE TECH: 8"
Side: 5.5"
Center 230
LITE TECH: 8"
Side: 5.5"
WeightCARBON TOP: 14.9 kg (Est.)
LITE TECH: 15.9 kg (Avg.)
CARBON TOP: 14.1 kg (Est.)
LITE TECH: 15.0 kg (Avg.)
CARBON TOP: 13.6 kg (Est.)
LITE TECH: 14.5 kg (Avg.)
CARBON TOP: 13.3 kg (Avg.)
LITE TECH: 13.8 kg (Avg.)
ASAP: 14.8 kg (Est.)
RHINO: 15.7 kg (Est.)
CARBON TOP: 12.5 kg (Est.)
LITE TECH: 13.2 kg (Avg.)
CARBON TOP: 12.4 kg (Avg.)
LITE TECH: 12.8 kg (Est.)

Board weight tolerance:

Carbon Top +/- 5% , ASAP +/- 6% , Lite Tech +/- 6% , Rhino +/- 6%

For every board sold, Starboard plants 3 mangrove trees with Worldview International Foundation. Each Mighty Mangrove sinks down 673kg of VCS certified CO2 during its first 25 years.

Together, our 3 mangroves offset the boards Carbon Emissions 10 X over and fund local livelihoods projects in Myanmar.

The Generation has an average carbon footprint of 122 kg per board.

Buy a board and we pick up 1.1 kg of beach/ ocean plastic trash – equivalent to the amount of plastic trash entering the ocean, per person, per year. Starboard balances this amount for our customers.

The Generation has an average plastic content of 10 kg per board.