GENERATION

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Starboard Generation 2027 paddleboard in Carbon Xtec construction, deck and bottom view
Paddler riding the Starboard Generation paddleboard through choppy water past rocks
Tail of the Starboard Generation paddleboard with kick pad and fins, studio close-up
Side profile of the Starboard Generation paddleboard showing the rail shape and nose rocker
Paddler touring on the Starboard Generation paddleboard in clear turquoise water near a tropical island
Paddler sitting on the Starboard Generation paddleboard with a dry bag on the deck during a touring trip
Paddler on the Starboard Generation paddleboard gliding across calm water with a dry bag strapped to the deck
Starboard Generation 2027 paddleboard in Carbon Xtec construction, deck and bottom view
Paddler riding the Starboard Generation paddleboard through choppy water past rocks
Tail of the Starboard Generation paddleboard with kick pad and fins, studio close-up
Side profile of the Starboard Generation paddleboard showing the rail shape and nose rocker
Paddler touring on the Starboard Generation paddleboard in clear turquoise water near a tropical island
Paddler sitting on the Starboard Generation paddleboard with a dry bag on the deck during a touring trip
Paddler on the Starboard Generation paddleboard gliding across calm water with a dry bag strapped to the deck

Surfing • Touring • Racing

Generation Paddleboard

The Generation is one of Starboard’s best-selling boards. It is a touring, surfing and racing hybrid, designed as one simple choice for every condition. One board that does it all, and a true high-performance all-round paddleboard.

Size: 14'0" X 30" | 310 L
Construction: Xtec Carbon D2
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3-IN-1: A TRUE ONE-BOARD QUIVER – SURFING, RACING, TOURING

3-IN-1: A TRUE ONE-BOARD QUIVER – SURFING, RACING, TOURING

Designed as a versatile one-board quiver, this shape performs across surfing, racing, and touring. The fairly parallel outline provides a very predictable and controlled glide, while the nose delivers fast acceleration when sprinting by floating efficiently on top of the water. The refined sharp tail, equipped with thruster fin boxes, performs well in surf and ocean swells. It narrows into a square shape, giving you responsive turning in the surf and fast buoy turns.

ROUND VEE BOTTOM SHAPE

ROUND VEE BOTTOM SHAPE

Helps lift the board so you can accelerate faster and maintain a higher top speed. It also floats over chop smoothly, making it versatile to handle all conditions. Deep double concave supports the round Vee with stability directly under foot.

BUNGEE TIE DOWN

BUNGEE TIE DOWN

Directly in front of the standing area make it convenient and accessible for you to store any gear when touring and cruising.

RAIL THICKNESS

RAIL THICKNESS

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

RAIL TUCK EDGE

RAIL TUCK EDGE

The rails are round to avoid you catching the nose, sharpening at the middle to create a stable platform, through to sharp edge at the tail to carve in surf.

GRADUAL NOSE KICK

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.

RECESSED PAD

RECESSED PAD

Lowers your center of gravity for greater comfort and stability. The flat deck makes it easy for you to move freely around when trimming the board and surfing on the tail.

FIN SET UP

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 so you can turn the board with ease in the surf.

2-IN-1 SHOULDER CARRY STRAP

2-IN-1 SHOULDER CARRY STRAP

Making it effortless to carry the board to the water and allowing you to fix your paddle when you don’t need it.

BOARD SOCK INCLUDED

BOARD SOCK INCLUDED

Reduces paper waste and protects your board from dust, scratches, and UV damage. Made of stretchable polyester, it fits various board shapes and has a secure drawstring closure.

SPECIFICATIONS

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PRODUCT DETAILS

The Generation is Starboard’s 3-in-1 all-round board: one shape for touring, racing and surfing. A fairly parallel outline gives a predictable, controlled glide, while the nose floats on top of the water for fast acceleration when you sprint. A round Vee bottom with deep double concave lifts the board for a higher top speed, rides smoothly over chop and keeps you stable under foot. The sharp, square tail with a thruster setup (8" centre fin and 5.5" side fins) turns quickly in the surf and around race buoys. A gradual nose kick stops the nose from diving on waves and downwind runs, and the rail tuck edge goes from round at the nose to a sharp edge at the tail for carving. The Generation is thinner than a dedicated touring or race board, so it is lighter to handle and easier to carry. A recessed pad lowers your centre of gravity, and a bungee in front of the standing area holds your gear on longer trips. Five sizes cover a wide range of riders. The 14'0" x 30" (310 L) is the most stable choice for riders up to 120 kg, while the 14'0" x 26" (265 L) is built for speed and fits the 14'0" race class for riders up to 100 kg. The 12'6" x 28" (249 L, 11.72 kg) is the original Generation size and Starboard’s best-selling model. Every board is built in Xtec Carbon D2, a lightweight construction with Carbon Load Frame Technology and reinforced rails, nose, tail and standing area. A board sock and 2-in-1 shoulder carry strap are included.

Need a board that packs down? The Generation Inflatable takes its outline from the hard Generation and keeps the same three uses: touring, racing and surfing. Built in Deluxe construction with Fusion Woven dropstitch and Welded Rail Technology, the 12'6" x 30" stays stiff for long, efficient glide. A sharp Edge Release helps water leave the tail cleanly for more speed, and a 2+1 fin setup lets you run the centre fin for touring and racing or add the side fins for control in waves. It rolls into a wheeled bag with a double action Tiki pump, so it fits in a car boot, a flat or a flight. Explore Generation Inflatable →