{"title":"The Starboard Gen R","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Starboard Gen R 14' Performance Stand Up Paddleboard is a cutting edge race board born from years of design evolution and world class athlete feedback. Created to seamlessly blend the best features of the Starboard All Star and Sprint, the Gen R delivers next level performance in a wide range of conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a refined recessed deck and agile outline, this high performance SUP excels in technical races, sharp buoy turns, and unpredictable water. The Gen R reflects Starboard’s commitment to innovation, shaped by 15 years of racing heritage and breakthrough advancements in paddleboard technology, from displacement to semi planing hulls and from flat to sunken deck profiles. Whether you're chasing podium finishes or personal bests, the Gen R is engineered to perform.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"starboard-gen-r-14-stand-up-paddle-board-2024-free-board-bag","title":"Starboard Gen R 14' Stand Up Paddle Board 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the all new 2024 Starboard Gen R 14' Performance Stand Up Paddleboard. The Gen R is the culmination of years of intensive R\u0026amp;D and testing from the world's best shapers paddle boarders. The 2024 Gen R sits perfectly between the All Star and Sprint, as a slightly recessed deck performance board built for sharper buoy turns and technical paddle racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-accessories\" style=\"padding-left: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWHAT'S IN THE BOX?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarboard UV Board Sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Race Handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x EVA Race Deflectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Prepreg Carbon Fin\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssorted Screws, Tools, and Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe increased stability and performance comes from the wider tail outline and the Gen R's (almost) flat deck. These changes allow easier movement throughout the board, as well as a wider and thus more stable stance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething we're really excited about is the all new 10\" fin box upgrade, which allows for ultimate fine tuning of fin position based on how you paddle. Paddle shorter distance with more turning? Set your fin to the front of the box. Going for a longer paddle or race where straight tracking is paramount? Push your fin to the back of the box and watch that puppy glide! The 10\" box coupled with the all new Flash Carbon Prepreg Fin provide comfort, versatility, and improved hydrodynamics like never before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe completely new 2024 Starboard Gen R has already proven itself the world over, being the be board of choice for the Starboard International Team for sprint, technical races, and training. With a team of athletes like World Champions Fiona Wylde, Connor Baxter, and Michael Booth, you can rest assured you’re getting one of the best performance stand up paddleboards in the world. 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