2019 Starboard Inflatable 10′ iGO Zen

2019 Starboard 10’0″ x 33″ iGO Zen

Starboard injected 25 years of board building innovation into their 2019 inflatable board program. Their main focus was to build their boards stiffer, lighter, more stable, safer and way more durable. One feature, one of many unique to Starboard, is their Welding Technology.

Welding Technology: Heated and bonded for life. Glue is never forever. Mechanical bond = Strength and Durability. Starboard’s new welding technique turns two into one – using heat to bond two separate pieces of PVC into a single solid unit. Heat-welded PVC creates a mechanical bond that’s stronger, lasts longer – and is better for the environment.

Since the beginning inflatable boards have been glued together at the seam, so the boards only last as long as the glue. Over the last few years Starboard have worked with welding machine manufacturers to develop better machinery for seam welding. Then they helped train their selected OEM assembler to utilize this unique technology in Starboard’s exclusive production lines, resulting in a long lasting mechanical bond.

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[column] [twocol_one][/twocol_one] [twocol_one_last]What’s new for 2019?

• The 10’0″ x 35″ Whopper is now the 10’0″ x 33″ iGO
• Welding Technology. Mechanical bond = strength and durability
• Wider nose and tail, yet narrower overall, it maintains exceptional stability and versatility but improves tracking and glide

Zen, a solid winner in welded technology

2000D galvanized compression stringer from nose to tail on the deck and bottom, for the controlling shape and giving the board greater stiffness.

Stiff and hard standing area plates on the standing area provide more rigid feel under your feet and more responsiveness when paddling. This stiff and hard standing area plate makes Zen a solid winner at a lightweight.

Clean Technology: The lamination process uses minimal glue and solvent and packing of the board is free of plastic.

Faster board inflation, with less effort: The benchmark V8 flow valve gets you to 15–18 PSI faster and with less effort.

Paddle holder: Holds your paddle at the tail of the board for when you want to play, relax or perform yoga and fitness exercises without your paddle interfering or floating away. Can be used to carry the board as an extra handle. Removable velcro strap makes it quick and convenient to store your paddle.

The exclusive and innovative lightweight Starboard SUP leash will be your best paddling partner in flat water and touring conditions. Soft cushioning means it will compress and flatten when stood on. Compact in design and at only 70g, it is strong, comfortable and effortless to wear. The leash cuff is made from Yulex, a natural rubber with 80% less carbon footprint than normal neoprene. Leash is NOT suited to waves or white water.

Features:

• Welding Technology. Mechanical bond = strength and durability
• 5.5″ (140mm) dropstitch for a good balance between volume and stiffness
• Twin 2000 Denier center stringer for added stiffness and rigidity
• 2000 Denier sandwiched rail stiffening strip
• Reinforcement plates in the standing areas
• 3 fixed fins in thruster set up. NET POSITIVE – made from recycled fishing nets
• Recycled 2mm crocodile skin EVA deck pads all the way to the rail of the board. 4mm diamond groove crocodile recycled EVA deck pad on the tail
• EVA padded center carry handle
• Neoprene paddle holder and carry strap on the tail
• Integrated tow ring in the valve area and bottom of the nose
• Forward cargo area with bungee strap
• Lightweight ankle cuff leash

Starboard Re-Cover Bag

• The Re-Cover bags have a RPET 450D outer fabric layer made from upcycled plastic bottles, in partnership with Waste2Wear. About 30-150 bottles are used to make each bag
• Ergonomically shaped hiking straps and back support, which can be packed away in the strap free system
• Inside and outside compressions straps
• Reinforced diamond PVC for increased durability around the base
• Name tag window
• Strong, non corrosive zipper
• The lightweight, durable and innovative choice for serious travellers

V8 Double Action Pump

• Inflate your board with faster and easier continuous pumping cycle both in down and up actions
• With a switch, the double action pump can convert to single action for easy inflation up to 18PSI
• Allows effortless inflation due to the increased diameter of the intake and exhaust valves
• The ergonomically designed foot pad creates a stable, comfortable platform for sustained effort in getting your board up to 18PSI, in the shortest amount of time

Specifications:

• Length: 10′
• Width: 33″
• Tail width: 21″
• Thickness: 5.5″
• Volume: 295 liters
• Weight: 24 lbs board only
• Max payload: 265 lbs/120 kg
• Fin: 3 fixed fins
• Warranty: 2 years

[/twocol_one_last][/column] What’s in the box? This board comes with Starboard’s Re-Cover Bag SUP Carry Bag, V8 Double Action High Pressure Pump, lightweight Starboard leash and a small repair kit.

View the Starboard Inflatable SUP Manual.

View the Starboard V8 Double Action Pump Manual.

View the Starboard Inflatable SUP Maintenance Guide.