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The
new Carves. The classic freeriders are back, with their famous blend
of easy, exciting and balanced performance. New for Spring Summer:
three new additional sizes in the 111, 151 and 171
The Carves are about fast, easy
jibes and exhilarating rides. They offer a more classic, accessible feel with a
quick, easy carving response and that special magic-touch ride that has made
their fame.
Plug
in and play
A
classic freerider by design
A generous deck dome offers plenty of ergonomic comfort - whether inboard or
outboard strap settings are used. These strap settings are positioned to mix
performance, comfort and accessibility.
The shapes' classic
"V" distribution, with more "V" in the tail and less in the front, their even
volume distribution and added nose length, all contribute to the classic riding
feel with extra longitudinal balance at lower speeds.
DFC (Dual Flat
Concept) rockerline offer straight line speed with a lively and exciting ride.
The new Carve tail design also packs some extra volume to add jibing
forgiveness: it helps the rider float out of the manoeuvre without sinking too
fast.
New sizes! 111, 151
and 171. "The 151 and 171 are two superb freeride shapes that are amazingly
fun and easy to ride, with lots of performance and excitement. Personally, I had
more fun riding the Carve 171 th n smaller boards in the 120 litre range, in 7.0
conditions. Planing jibes never came as easy, the boards just cruise through
chop and their own momentum just lets the boards plane through.. I never thought
my favourite board in the entire Starboard range would be so big; these new
shapes are truly magical." Tiesda You, Starboard R&D.
Construction
Six sizes are available, in three technologies: 111, 121, 131, 141, 151, 171
litres; Wood, Technora and Tufskin.
The Wood option is
the light weight high performance option that is crisp to ride, stiffer and
quicker to accelerate. It offers the highest level of dynamic shape stability
and offers superior comfort and control compared to Carbon boards. The
unidirectional Australian pine wood sheet 0.6mm thick wraps the entire board,
deck and bottom, to form a stiff and rigid shell that is also tough and impact
resistant.
A new UV protection
film covers the deck to protect exposed wood from sunlight. This increases the
board's durability and helps prevent the wood from cracking under prolonged UV
exposure.
The Technora model is
the light high-performance at a more affordable price than Wood Technology. It
remains crisp, stiff and exciting to ride, with a full wood skin covering deck,
rails and bottom.
The Tufskin option is
the more durable and impact resistant construction, offering the most value.
Fittings:
1.
Moderately wide shapes blend a classic feel with a degree of wind range, bottom
end power and low speed stability
2.
An even
volume distribution and a longer nose length offers more longitudinal stability
3.
Decks
are heavily domed to provide full comfort in all strap positions: inboard or
outboard
4.
Classic
vee distribution on the bottom, with more vee in the tail and less vee in the
nose
5.
New
Freeride Power fin: relatively thick and stiff, the Freeride Power is very
powerful and allows the rider to drive off the fin to accelerate. The fin planes
up effortlessly and keeps its power in the lulls. The reduced flex also
translates into more control in rough water conditions or high winds, as the fin
will help maintain the board flat
6.
Dual
Flat concept (DFC) rockerlines: the flat section under your feet is the main
planing area. The second flat section in the tail provides tail kick to loosen
the board, add maneuverability and free up the board, without compromising top
speed or acceleration
7.
Multiple insert positions offer tuning options for intermediate/advanced/expert
riders
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