Outside of Starboard’s standard surf SUP category are the Pro series and the Innovative series which includes last year’s brand new Hyper Nut. Let’s see how the 2017 Starboard Pro and Innovation boards have been changed for a new season.
2017 Starboard Pro Performance
Starboard’s Pro boards consist primarily of short boards given they’re designed for skilled riders. The 2017 series range from 7’2″ to 9’0″ in length, with the smallest of the boards (7’7″, 7’5″, and 7’2″) only coming in the top tier construction: Blue Carbon.
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| 9’0″ x 29″ Pro XL | 9’0″ x 29″ Pro | 8’5″ x 29″ Pro | 8’0″ x 29″ Pro | 8’0″ x 28″ Pro | 7’7″ x 26 3/4″ Pro | 7’5″ x 25.5″ Pro | 7’2″ x 24″ Pro | |
| Shape | Continuous mono-concave | Continuous mono-concave | Mono-concave to V | Mono-concave to V | Mono-concave to V | Mono-concave to V between the fins | Mono-concave to slight V Tail | Mono-concave to slight V Tail |
| Technology | Blue Carbon Starlite |
Blue Carbon |
Blue Carbon Starlite |
Blue Carbon Starlite |
Blue Carbon Starlite |
Blue Carbon | Blue Carbon | Blue Carbon |
| Specs | Thickness: 4.6″ Volume: 139 L Tail Width: 16.9″ Weight Range: 80-115 kg |
Thickness: 4.3″ Volume: 128 L Tail Width: 17.2″ Weight Range: 70-95 kg |
Thickness: 4.1″ Volume: 112 L Tail Width: 17.9″ Weight Range: 65-90 kg |
Thickness: 4.0″ Volume: 106 L Tail Width: 17.8″ Weight Range: 60-85 kg |
Thickness: 4.1″ Volume: 102 L Tail Width: 17.2″ Weight Range: 55-80 kg |
Thickness: 4.0″ Volume: 90 L Tail Width: 16.8″ Weight Range: 50-75 kg |
Thickness: 3.9″ Volume: 81 L Tail Width: 17.5″ Weight Range: 40-70 kg |
Thickness: 3.6″ Volume: 68 L Tail Width: 15.8″ Weight Range: 30-65 kg |
| Fin Set Up | Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 140 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 140 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 140 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 140 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 140 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 110 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 110 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
Thruster/Quad Fins: Center 110 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core FCSII Fin Box |
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2017 Starboard Innovation
Starboard’s Innovation boards consist of the Nut and Hypernut. Their 2017 models include boards from 6’9″ to 10’0″.
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| 10’0″ x 29.5″ Nut | 9’5″ x 29″ Nut | 9’0″ x 28.5″ Nut | 8’5″ x 29″ Nut | |
| Shape | Mono-concave to V to mid-section | Mono-concave to mid V to tail concave | ||
| Technology | Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon |
Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
| Specs | Thickness: 4.4″ Volume: 161 L Tail Width: 17.6″ Weight Range: 55-110 kg |
Thickness: 4.2″ Volume: 140 L Tail Width: 17.3″ Weight Range: 55-100 kg |
Thickness: 4.3″ Volume: 132 L Tail Width: 17.0″ Weight Range: 50-95 kg |
Thickness: 4.0″ Volume: 118 L Tail Width: 17.6″ Weight Range: 75-90 kg |
| Fin Set Up | Thruster Fins: Center 185 Light Core Side 4.7″ Light Core |
Thruster Fins: Center 170 Light Core Side 4.7″ Light Core |
Thruster Fins: Center 170 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core |
Thruster Fins: Center 140 Light Core Side 4.5″ Light Core |
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| 9’0″ x 31.5″ Hyper Nut | 8’6″ x 31.5″ Hyper Nut | 8’0″ x 31.5″ Hyper Nut | 7’8″ x 30″ Hyper Nut | 7’4″ x 30″ Hyper Nut | 7’2″ x 28″ Hyper Nut | 6’10” x 26.5″ Hyper Nut | 6’9″ x 23″ Hyper Nut | |
| Shape | Mono-concave feed through to channel tail | |||||||
| Technology | Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon |
Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon Pine Tek Starlite |
Blue Carbon | Blue Carbon |
| Specs | Thickness: 3.9″ Volume: 145 L Tail Width: 21.3″ Weight Range: 65-120 kg |
Thickness: 3.9″ Volume: 132 L Tail Width: 21.5″ Weight Range: 65-110 kg |
Thickness: 4.1″ Volume: 133 L Tail Width: 21.4″ Weight Range: 65-100 kg |
Thickness: 3.9″ Volume: 115 L Tail Width: 21.4″ Weight Range: 60-95 kg |
Thickness: 3.9″ Volume: 106 L Tail Width: 21.0″ Weight Range: 50-90 kg |
Thickness: 4.0″ Volume: 105 L Tail Width: 20.2″ Weight Range: 50-85 kg |
Thickness: 3.8″ Volume: 91 L Tail Width: 19.0″ Weight Range: 40-75 kg |
Thickness: 3.2″ Volume: 69 L Tail Width: 16.6″ Weight Range: 30-70 kg |
| Fin Set Up | Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.7″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
Quad Fins: Forward 4.5″ Light Core Back 4.5″ Light Core |
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Constructions
Take a look below at the new constructions for the 2017 Starboard Pro and Innovation boards! The constructions include Blue Carbon, Pine Tek, and Starlite.
- A 15 kg/m3 precision molded fused cell core replicates the exact shape, offers high strength at the lightest weight and has impressive water repulsion.
- A full deck, bottom and rail wrap of high density PVC foam significantly increases the impact resistance and overall hull strength at the lightest weight.
- Ultra-light biaxial and uni-directional high grade Carbon fibers with optimized angles deliver flex and reflex for incredible response.
- Impregnated paint pigment means no paint is sprayed, reducing the overall weight, paint chips and scratches.
- The sensational lightweight increases carving ability and acceleration.
- Full Bio resin infusion maintains superior performance with a lower impact on the environment.
- 100% PEFC certified and sustainably sourced Australian Pine.
- A 15kg/m3 precision molded fused cell core replicates the exact shape, offers high strength at the lightest weight and has impressive water repulsion.
- A high density 500 kg/m3 Pine veneer of lightweight 0.6mm Biaxial Pine forms an outer layer on the entire deck for extra impact resistance, rigidity and improved overall hull integrity.
- Unidirectional Carbon rail stringers and glass reinforcements for added strength against snapping when nose-diving (Boards below 10ft).
- High grade woven Carbon Innegra with impregnated paint pigment wraps the entire rails for maximum impact resistance and hull strength.
- Extra reinforcements are placed around all inserts.
- Full Bio resin infusion maintains superior performance with a lower impact on the environment.
- A 15 kg/m3 precision molded fused cell core replicates the exact shape, offers high strength at the lightest weight and has impressive water repulsion.
- A combination of different fiberglass densities wrap the entire hull for high strength and durability.
- A standing area of 0.6mm Australian Pine is added for extra deck impact resistance and rigidity.
- High grade woven Carbon Innegra with impregnated paint pigment wraps the entire rails for maximum impact resistance and hull strength.
- Unidirectional Carbon rail stringers and glass reinforcements for added strength against snapping when nose-diving (Boards below 10ft).
- Full Bio resin infusion maintains superior performance with a lower impact on the environment.
More 2017 Starboard Sneak Peeks to Come!
Keep an eye out for a look at their race and exploring boards coming soon and check out their 2017 All Around and Surf SUP collections here!