Calling all new watersport enthusiasts! At Starboard South Africa we have a range of waterboards to choose from and here we will list our boards and what they are primarily used for. With over 25 years of board building experience and leaders in technological developments of paddleboard design, Starboard has set out to create hard paddleboard constructions with the very lowest weight, best response and strongest build.
Waterboard Construction Types
Our innovative constructions offer a range of superior technologies to meet diverse needs:
- Carbon Sandwich: Combines the superior strength and stiffness of carbon fibre with PVC foam.
- Blue Carbon: Delivers an excellent weight, strength, and flex ratio.
- Starlite: Features ultra-durable, scratch and impact-resistant woven rail protection and a full wood deck.
- Lite Tech: Our most popular shapes are produced efficiently for better value worldwide.
- Rhino: Built to last, this is the most durable and hardwearing technology, ideal for schools and clubs.
- ASAP: Impact-resistant high-density thermoformed EVA foam wraps the full rails, from nose to tail, with a full 3 mm thick EVA nose deck pad.
- Limited Series: Offers competitive pricing while maintaining solid performance in the surf, without sacrificing weight or strength.
Types of Waterboards and What They Do
All Star
The All Star is renowned for its versatility and performance, making it the top choice for riders of all levels, from beginners to elite racers. This board has secured numerous victories in both international and world championship races, proving its capability in all conditions. Whether you’re just starting out or competing at the highest level, the All Star’s design ensures you have the best possible experience on the water.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon Sandwich
- Blue Carbon
Sprint
Introducing the Sprint, our premier race board that has dominated the competition for over five years, winning more races than any other board in the industry. Now, we’ve expanded our lineup with two wider models to enhance stability and versatility. Both new sizes feature a recessed bag storage area in front of the standing area, equipped with bungee tie-downs to secure your gear and supplies, making them perfect for ultra-distance races and extensive exploration paddles. Whether you’re racing or touring, the Sprint series has you covered.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon
Gen R
The Gen-R is an essential model for surf racing and versatile paddling. Its slightly recessed deck is designed for excellent stability, making beach starts and reboarding effortless. The lower rail height and thinner nose, features particularly requested by lighter riders, enhance performance in technical races, buoy turns, and choppy conditions. Positioned perfectly between the flat water Sprint model and the open ocean/all-around All Star model, the Gen-R is also a favourite among youth riders for its speed and user-friendly design.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon Sandwich
- Blue Carbon
- Lite Tech
JUNIOR
The Junior paddle board line is designed to get every young enthusiast on the water. Inspired by award-winning designs, this range features scaled-down shapes perfect for kids to learn and excel in the sport of SUP racing. Whether they’re just starting out or looking to improve their skills, the Junior range offers the ideal boards to make their paddling experience both fun and educational.
Available in:
- Junior Sprint shape
- Junior All Star shape
- Blue Carbon
Generation
The Generation paddle board sounds incredibly versatile! Its hybrid design makes it suitable for touring, surfing, and racing, offering high performance across various conditions. Whether you’re navigating calm waters, catching waves, or competing in a race, this board seems like a reliable choice for any paddle-boarding enthusiast.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon
- Lite Tech
- Rhino
Wide Ride
The Wide Ride range features great surf ‘n cruise paddle boards that are designed to be floaty, fun, and the king of catching waves. This range is ideally suited for those getting started in SUP surfing and is great for the whole family to have fun with while learning the sport. You’ll make any kind of mush highly surfable with this shape.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon
- Starlite
- Lite Tech
- Rhino
- ASAP
WEDGE
A versatile surf shape that performs in a range of conditions, for beginner and intermediate riders. A more narrow outline than the Whopper for enhanced manoeuvrability, yet more stable than the Spice for greater comfort. At 32” wide, these boards provide top surfing performance without losing stability, allowing you to surf better for longer.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon
- Starlite
- Limited Series
SPICE
A quiver killer that blends performance and fun into one board. Experience incredible rail carving, impressive speed, and instant drive. From bevelled thin rails to a wing tail and concave bottom shape, these design elements work in harmony, delivering a ride that synchronizes speed, power, and flow.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon
- Limited Series
LONGBOARD SUP
The Longboard SUP sounds like an amazing piece of equipment! Its high performance and versatility make it perfect for a variety of conditions, whether you’re cruising on flat water or catching waves. The responsiveness and smooth turning capabilities must make it a joy to ride. Plus, being an award-winning board speaks volumes about its quality and popularity.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon Sandwich
- Blue Carbon
- Limited Series
LONGBOARD SURF
The Longboard Surf sounds like a fantastic blend of modern innovation and classic design! Its lightweight technology combined with the traditional longboard feel must make it a joy to ride. Being labelled a “performance surfboard” while still offering versatility means it can cater to a wide range of surfing styles and preferences. Whether you’re a seasoned longboarder or just starting out, it seems like this board could meet your needs perfectly.
Available in:
- Limited Series
PRO
The PRO is our multiple-world championship-winning model designed to deliver pro-level performance. It features super-thin rails for excellent grip in turns and comes in various sizes to suit different riders and wave conditions. Experience radical snaps, fast speeds, and incredible drive with the Pro range.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon Sandwich
- Blue Carbon
- Limited Series
Ace Foil
The Ace Foil features the iconic pin-tail design for efficient takeoff and tracking downwind. The outline is designed to resemble nature’s most streamlined possible shape, a teardrop; and the slightly recessed standing area gives the rider a flat, stable, and more connected feel over the foil.
Available in:
- Blue Carbon
Touring
The Touring paddle board sounds like a fantastic choice for anyone looking to cover long distances on the water efficiently. Its design caters to paddlers of all skill levels, offering a blend of speed and stability. Plus, the added feature of gear storage makes it perfect for extended trips. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced paddler, this board seems to provide a great balance of performance and convenience.
Available in:
- Starlite
- Lite Tech
GO
The perfect introductory (beginner) paddle board for first-time paddlers who want to paddle fast and stay dry. A progressive, versatile shape sporting a big bottom concave and boxy rails for unmatched stability, speed and glide potential. The bigger sizes offer the most stability from the wider outline, while the shorter narrower boards are suited for lighter riders offering greater tracking and maneuverability. It’s one of the best Stand Up Paddle experiences you can have on flat water or with light wind chop. This option can also be windsurfable and wingable.
Available in:
- Lite Tech
- Rhino
- ASAP
Waterline
The Waterline is our super-smooth flatwater touring model, offering great stability and epic glide. Designed for long flatwater paddles and adventures, the Waterline features a sharp slicing nose design that creates minimal turbulence. The hull design is focused on achieving maximum speed and stability with no splash or sound.
Available in:
- Lite Tech
Hyper Nut
The Hyper Nut model sounds like a fantastic surf SUP! Its design seems to strike a perfect balance between stability and performance, making it suitable for a wide range of conditions. The combination of a short outline, thin rail, and tail shape must really enhance its manoeuvrability without compromising on stability.
Available in:
- Limited Series
Simplified Ending
Starboard South Africa offers a wide range of waterboards to choose from that all have different designs and uses in the water. As a beginner, we encourage you to start off with a board that will best suit you and what you want to do on the water. We hope this was informative and simplified enough and has helped you decide on your perfect board.