{"product_id":"starboard-gen-r-paddleboard","title":"Starboard Gen R Paddleboard - 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eStarboard'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA New Generation Of Racing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFast And Responsive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThin And Light Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNew Rails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe round rails on toward the nose rails give control and tracking in the side wind, offering the perfect balance of control and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExtended Standing Area\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standing area on the new Gen-R has been extended further forwards for easy stance trimming in sprints and downwind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNew Rockerline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLow Standing Area\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose Vee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to help shed water off the deck and improve the board's handling in chop and waves and enhancing the \"pop\" in choppy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecessed EVA Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1cm 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEVA Race Deflector\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for larger ocean chop, the deflector diverts water from entering the standing area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBoard Sock\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduces 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e14'0\" × 27\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e14'0\" × 25\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e14'0\" × 23\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e14'0\" × 21.5\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConstructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlue Carbon Sandwich with Bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHTEST AND STRONGEST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighest-grade 100g biax carbon wraps the full deck, rail and bottom for the best stiffness, strength and weight ratio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-lightweight UD Carbon reinforcements wrap over the rails to further increase the strength and stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Blue Carbon Sandwich has been refined over multiple years to deliver award-winning racing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlue Carbon with Bag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFULL CARBON WRAP, WOOD-REINFORCED STANDING, VALUE OFFERING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers a full carbon construction that combines strength and weight at a truly competitive value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiaxial Carbon wraps the full deck and rail giving you excellent competitive weight and strength properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon stringer on the deck provides additional impact resistance and stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop-grade 150g Biaxial Carbon wraps the entire deck, joining with an overlap to create a flat stringer, increasing the total breakage strength and stiffness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional layers of fibreglass combined with 0.6mm Australian Pine wood are positioned in the standing area for extra impact resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLite Tech\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIGHT, STRONG, AFFORDABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra rigidity with the introduction of unidirectional stringer bands and solid added rail\/nose reinforcements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAustralian pine on the standing area for extra impact resistance and rigidity in the most critical area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with shoulder carry strap inserts. Starboard shoulder carry strap can be purchased aftermarket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll inserts have added high-density foam reinforcements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHonest advice from us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003cstrong\u003eWhich size?\u003c\/strong\u003e A clear racer-weight guide: \u003cstrong\u003e14'0\" × 21.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is the competition-focused size for riders under 75kg chasing maximum speed; \u003cstrong\u003e14'0\" × 23\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is the versatile race size for committed paddlers around the 85kg mark; \u003cstrong\u003e14'0\" × 25\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most popular size across all racer levels (junior to senior) suiting 60-105kg riders; \u003cstrong\u003e14'0\" × 27\"\u003c\/strong\u003e is the most versatile (race + touring with the baggage bungee tie-downs) and suits larger riders or anyone wanting genuine race-plus-cruise capability. \u003cstrong\u003eWhich construction?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Carbon Sandwich with Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e is the premium choice — lightest, stiffest, podium-spec, with UD Carbon rail reinforcements and a board bag included. \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Carbon with Bag\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. \u003cstrong\u003eLite Tech\u003c\/strong\u003e 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). \u003cstrong\u003eA note on the Gen R range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003e01492 588001\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Starboard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarboard 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. 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