In this review we’ll take a closer look at the 2019 Starboard iGO 10’8′ x 33′ x 5.5″ inflatable SUP and see if the board has a place in the market, or if you should skip it and go straight to the tried and true Zen and Deluxe models. TL;DR: The 2019 Starboard iGO 10’8″ x 33″ inflatable paddle board is exceptional value. A MSRP of just $799, with bag … Read More →
The time is upon us, Red Paddle Co have just announced their range for 2020. The focus for the 2020 product lineup is on the details, further refinement of each product and the customer experience and value offered over just the physical product purchased. Most notably of which is the introduction of a 5 year warranty on each board. In 2018, the free 2 year warranty (with product registration) was … Read More →
We’ve just recently started selling SIC Maui. While the SIC brand is deeply rooted in racing, downwind paddling and surf SUP, SIC realize that people paddle for a variety of reasons. Paddling can be enjoyed by just about everyone. SIC staff all started as beginners on the ocean, a lake or a river. For most of them, they were introduced to the sport through a friend who had found their … Read More →
In a closer look at the inflatable SUP constructions that Starboard offer, Reuben from SUPboarder talks us through some of the main differences between the Zen Lite, Zen and Deluxe Double Chamber constructions. Starboard Inflatable SUP Construction There are lots of different boards to choose from, and I will be going over the key differences between these constructions. What ones are stiffest, and of course, at the end of the … Read More →
We take a look at a few of the fey features of the 2019 Starboard inflatable paddle board range, some of the changes, some of the unique technologies introduced by Starboard, and the new price point Zen Lite inflatable SUP range. Airline Technology Starboard’s most significant breakthrough in tuning rocker lines and deflection is their Airline Technology. This efficient, lightweight technology could change the future of inflatable performance boards. The … Read More →