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Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Reviews - Starboard SUP Pro Performance 8'5 2016
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Reviews - Starboard SUP Pro Performance 8'5 2016
Starboard SUP Pro Performance

The Pro Performance from Starboard sits neatly in the classic surf category within the brand's line-up. It’s a traditional shape with a modern twist and sits towards the larger end of the range of Pro Performance boards on offer this year. Regarding build and construction, this comes from Starboard’s factory in Thailand; these guys have been in the business of...

2016
3 days ago

Downwind glides with some new gear! Life is good!

537
3 weeks ago

The new Starboard Roamer is built for paddlers who want to explore further. Inspired by the championship-winning All Star, the Roamer combines speed, exceptional stability,...

1,161
4 weeks ago

On World Environmental Day, Starboard joins local communities and volunteers to take action for a cleaner planet. This global initiative unites millions of people worldwide...

140
1 month ago

Introducing the Starboard Roamer — the performance explorer built for paddlers who dream of going further. Developed with world-renowned expedition paddler Bruce Kirkby and inspired...

1,602
1 month ago

The all-new Starboard Roamer, built for paddlers who want to go further. Combining the proven DNA of the All Star race board with expedition-ready practicality,...

1,794
2 months ago

Three new riders join the Starboard Dream Team 2026, bringing more power to the strongest SUP racing line-up yet. From Peru to Brazil to the...

451
2 months ago

Meet the new Starboard iGO ONE and Touring ONE inflatable paddle boards. Built in Deluxe Lite construction with woven dropstitch and welded rails, they deliver...

1,360
2 months ago

Exploring new places around your home with friends. So much fun to be had!

3,711
2 months ago

Are these mistakes slowing down your SUP stroke? In this tip, Michael Booth shares 3 common paddling mistakes — and how to fix them. Mistake...

1,634
2 months ago

Your board choice can decide your race. In this final tip, Michael Booth explains why choosing the right SUP board is more important than most...

527
2 months ago

More speed with less effort? It starts with your paddle angle. In this tip, Michael Booth explains how a vertical catch and clean recovery improve...

782
2 months ago

Are you using your legs when paddling? In this tip, Michael Booth explains how proper stance and leg movement improve stability and power in long-distance...

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Issue 21

The Molokai 2 Oahu (M2O) foil race, a 32-mile test of endurance and skill, showcased the best in foil design and athleticism once again this year. But amidst the excitement, a glaring disparity stood out: only five women competed compared to 89 men. While foiling continues to evolve and impress on the global stage, including at the Olympics, the gender gap in downwind events like M2O remains stark. This underrepresentation isn’t just a statistic for Jack Galloway—it’s a call to action. With a 5-year-old daughter looking up, he wonders why his sport lags and what can be done to level the playing field.

2 years ago
Issue 13

More images with no particular place to call home this issue…

4 years ago
Issue 11

Find out all about AK Durable Supply Co’s brand new wing specific board.

4 years ago
Issue 10

AK Durable Supply Co. team rider and all-round ultimate waterman Zane Schweitzer headed to Lake Garda for the Freewing WingFoil Worlds. Challenging conditions and fierce competition made for an exciting event!

5 years ago
Issue 7

Stunning images with nowhere else to go, feast your eyes on some pure ocean indulgence right here.

5 years ago
Issue 7

All-round waterman Zane Schweitzer tackles the worlds most famous big wave on the wing, decides to ditch it and foil surfs one of the biggest swells of his life. Find out how the wing is changing big wave surfing in this incredible feature!

5 years ago
Issue 6

Stunning images with nowhere else to go, feast your eyes on some pure ocean indulgence right here.

6 years ago
Issue 5

Win a DJI Mavic Pro Drone this issue and take amazing photos and videos of you and your buddies riding!

9 years ago
Issue 5

Ben and Chantal are back with more poses to challenge and expand your workout routine during your SUP Yoga sessions!

9 years ago
Issue 5

Trevor Tunnington and Georgia Schofield head out to the ISA World Championships a little early so they can soak up the local paddle scene!

9 years ago
Issue 5

Images with no particular place to call home this issue!

9 years ago
Issue 4

Ben and Chantal are back with more poses to challenge and expand your workout routine during your SUP Yoga sessions!

9 years ago

Posts we shared on our Facebook Page over the last 2 months

Downwind glides with some new gear! Life is good!nn @Benoit Carpentier @Starboard SUP

3 days ago

The new Starboard Roamer is built for paddlers who want to explore further. Inspired by the championship-winning All Star, the Roamer combines speed, exceptional stability, and expedition-ready cargo capacity. With a large dugout standing area, 12 cargo tie-down points, integrated…

3 weeks ago

On World Environmental Day, Starboard joins local communities and volunteers to take action for a cleaner planet. This global initiative unites millions of people worldwide with one shared mission: to fight waste, reduce plastic pollution, and protect our oceans. Last…

4 weeks ago

Introducing the Starboard Roamer — the performance explorer built for paddlers who dream of going further. Developed with world-renowned expedition paddler Bruce Kirkby and inspired by the race-winning All Star DNA, the Roamer combines speed and glide with the stability…

1 month ago

The all-new Starboard Roamer, built for paddlers who want to go further. Combining the proven DNA of the All Star race board with expedition-ready practicality, the Roamer is designed to carry more gear, handle changing conditions, and stay stable on…

1 month ago

Three new riders join the Starboard Dream Team 2026, bringing more power to the strongest SUP racing line-up yet. From Peru to Brazil to the USA, the team continues to grow across the Americas.nn @Starboard SUP

2 months ago

Meet the new Starboard iGO ONE and Touring ONE inflatable paddle boards. Built in Deluxe Lite construction with woven dropstitch and welded rails, they deliver the premium quality, durability and performance Starboard is known for — in a simplified, accessible…

2 months ago

Exploring new places around your home with friends. So much fun to be had!nn @Benoit Carpentier @Starboard SUP

2 months ago

Are these mistakes slowing down your SUP stroke? In this tip, Michael Booth shares 3 common paddling mistakes — and how to fix them. Mistake 1: Paddling too far past your feet → Feels powerful, but slows you down ✔…

2 months ago

Your board choice can decide your race. In this final tip, Michael Booth explains why choosing the right SUP board is more important than most paddlers think.nn @Michael Booth @Starboard SUP

2 months ago

Starboard was founded in 1994 by Svein Rasmussen, and today is the World's leading Windsurfing and Paddleboarding brand, based in Thailand.

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