Starboard's Gen R is the flat-deck race SUP that's spent the last two years quietly becoming the racer's-choice board in the Starboard line — bridging the gap between the flat-water-focused Sprint and the open-ocean All Star. The 2026 update brings a thinner, lighter design with a lower rail profile, a 1.5cm lower standing area for improved stability, and a refined rocker line that blends Gen R nose efficiency with All Star tail control. Available in four sizes from a competition-focused 14'0" × 21.5" up to a versatile 14'0" × 27", and three constructions: premium Blue Carbon Sandwich (lightest, stiffest), value-focused Blue Carbon, and the durable entry-level Lite Tech. Free UK postage.

A New Generation Of Racing

The new Gen R represents the latest evolution in race board design. Developed in response to the insights gathered after the 2023 ICF World Championships and input from paddlers at all skill levels, the new Gen R is designed to offer superior performance in various conditions, while being user friendly to all racers.

Product Features

Fast And Responsive

The All Star-inspired round tail gives the Gen R better glide, faster speeds and a more forgiving feel when paddling in the ocean. The tail has been designed to be responsive in turns and offers excellent water release.

Versatile Design

Flat water, technical racing, beach starts, and light-medium open ocean paddling are ideal for the new Gen R. The lighter, thinner design gives you more control and the ability to paddle in a wide range of race scenarios, from flat-water sprints to choppy downwind runs.

Thin And Light Design

The new Gen-R is thinner than its predecessor with less volume, making it lighter, faster and more nimble, particularly in side winds or during beach starts.

New Rails

The round rails on toward the nose rails give control and tracking in the side wind, offering the perfect balance of control and balance.

Extended Standing Area

The standing area on the new Gen-R has been extended further forwards for easy stance trimming in sprints and downwind.

New Rockerline

A blend of the previous Gen-R toward the nose, combined with the All Star toward the back of the board. Great control in rough conditions while offering amazing acceleration in flatwater.

Low Standing Area

The new Gen-R features a 1.5cm lower standing area than its predecessor. This slight drop results in a lower centre of gravity for the rider, improving overall stability and control.

Nose Vee

Designed to help shed water off the deck and improve the board's handling in chop and waves and enhancing the "pop" in choppy conditions.

Recessed EVA Handle

1cm EVA recessed handle gives a soft and forgiving grip during beach starts or when carrying the board. This handle is especially useful during running beach starts.

EVA Race Deflector

Designed for larger ocean chop, the deflector diverts water from entering the standing area.

Board Sock

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.

Sizes

14'0" × 27"

Ready to race? Ready to explore? This Gen-R offers amazing versatility for a range of conditions and adventures. Featuring baggage bungee tie downs, we designed this board to have the genetics of the rest of our range, with the ability to use this model for both racing and touring.

14'0" × 25"

One of our favourite models to recommend to every racer, the 25" is a great option for anybody who wants to take their racing to the next level whether you are a junior, open or senior racer. This well-balanced size is easy to use in a wide range of conditions for riders between 60-105kg.

14'0" × 23"

A versatile board for serious racers. The 23" offers amazing speed, stability and excellent control in a range of conditions. This model is best suited to riders around the 85kg mark.

14'0" × 21.5"

After 5 unique prototypes for the new 21.5" Gen-R, we finally created the best board for speed, stability and control. Versatility for lighter riders in flat, surf and ocean and fantastic control in a range of conditions. The 21.5" is best suited for riders under 75kg.

Constructions

Blue Carbon Sandwich with Bag

LIGHTEST AND STRONGEST

• Based on the world-proven and award-winning Carbon Sandwich construction, the Blue Carbon Sandwich features a full PVC bottom and standing, with the lightest 100g biaxial carbon fibre on the market.
• Highest-grade 100g biax carbon wraps the full deck, rail and bottom for the best stiffness, strength and weight ratio.
• Ultra-lightweight UD Carbon reinforcements wrap over the rails to further increase the strength and stiffness.
• The Blue Carbon Sandwich has been refined over multiple years to deliver award-winning racing performance.

Blue Carbon with Bag

FULL CARBON WRAP, WOOD-REINFORCED STANDING, VALUE OFFERING

• Offers a full carbon construction that combines strength and weight at a truly competitive value.
• Biaxial Carbon wraps the full deck and rail giving you excellent competitive weight and strength properties.
• Carbon stringer on the deck provides additional impact resistance and stiffness.
• Top-grade 150g Biaxial Carbon wraps the entire deck, joining with an overlap to create a flat stringer, increasing the total breakage strength and stiffness.
• Additional layers of fibreglass combined with 0.6mm Australian Pine wood are positioned in the standing area for extra impact resistance.

Lite Tech

LIGHT, STRONG, AFFORDABLE

• Extra rigidity with the introduction of unidirectional stringer bands and solid 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.

Honest advice from us

The Gen R is Starboard's "racer's choice" — nicknamed the "flat deck All Star" because it bridges the gap between the flat-water Sprint and the open-ocean All Star with a flat-deck design that's easier to use than a dug-out. Which size? A clear racer-weight guide: 14'0" × 21.5" is the competition-focused size for riders under 75kg chasing maximum speed; 14'0" × 23" is the versatile race size for committed paddlers around the 85kg mark; 14'0" × 25" is the most popular size across all racer levels (junior to senior) suiting 60-105kg riders; 14'0" × 27" is the most versatile (race + touring with the baggage bungee tie-downs) and suits larger riders or anyone wanting genuine race-plus-cruise capability. Which construction? Blue Carbon Sandwich with Bag is the premium choice — lightest, stiffest, podium-spec, with UD Carbon rail reinforcements and a board bag included. Blue Carbon with Bag is the same shape with a more value-focused build (full carbon wrap, wood-reinforced standing area, board bag included) — meaningful saving for serious training and club-level racing. Lite Tech is the entry-level race construction — Australian pine standing area, unidirectional stringer bands, durable enough for school/club use and a popular choice for racers wanting affordable race-ready performance without the carbon price tag (board bag not included). A note on the Gen R range: Starboard discontinued the 14'0" × 29" for 2026 — if you're a heavier rider who needs maximum stability, look at the All Star (also in Môr's Starboard race range). For sizing or construction advice, call us on 01492 588001.

About Starboard

Starboard was founded in 1994 by Svein Rasmussen with a clear mission: build the best watersports kit in the world, FOR the world. Three decades on, Starboard is the world's leading SUP, windsurf and foil brand, with World Champion riders across every discipline they make boards for. They're a certified B Corp, run an active ocean-plastic recovery programme, and design every product around sustainability as standard. Built in Thailand at Starboard's own factory.

🏆 Starboard's Race boards claimed 7 Gold World titles at the ICF SUP World Championships 2024.

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