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by **jnoble..** » Wed, 23 Aug 2000 04:00:00

There have been a couple of recent emails from Roger talking about some
of the new boards which are coming out from Starboard next year. From
speaking with Svein Rasmussen in the past I personally am quite e***d
about several of the new line including:

1) Three new Formula boards including the Formula 135, Formula 155 and
Formula 175 (nice and wide (95 cm) and super large fin (65 cm)).
2) A new board called the Starboard Start for teaching and learning on
while a beginner. This board is 100 cm wide and features a center
tuttle fin slot while still being a short board.
3) Additional boards in the Carve lineup (6).
4) Additional boards in the Fish lineup (3)
5) Women specific boards including a Formula board.
6) A new Starboard Go.

I think we should call on Svein Rasmussen from Starboard to post a
message and introduce his new lineup fully rather then in pieces. I'm
sure that he could answer alot of questions for anyone else as e***d
as I am about his very innovative company.

I'm just a sailor. Since purchasing my Starboard Go early last year
I've been a solid Starboard customer. I plan to purchase a Starboard
Formula 175 next year as the replacement for the GO.

So Svein, hats off to you and hopefully you can fill in more blanks for
us. I know I haven't mentioned at least a couple of the board lines and
board types.

~Jamie N

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by **Ellen Falle** » Wed, 23 Aug 2000 04:00:00

Jamie, and all,
As most of you are aware, this is the time of year when all the board
manufacturers are gearing up to show off their new models for 2001. Most
of
them will be appearing at the Trade Show in Sept. in Orlando, and
dealers
will be seeing the gear and placing orders for next year. Announcements
are
coming out a bit at a time to members of the American Windsurfing
Industries Association. Starboard have now announced the new board, the
Start, this way, and I'm sure they will be providing more info publicly
about the other models as September rolls around. I use their boards but
do
not work for them, so I can't really say how they will be introduced.
The GO for 2001 isn't really new, but will have a slightly different
shaped tail, the volume will be 180 l. instead of 190, and there will be
bevels on the rails for improved jibing/gybing. Otherwise, it will be
very
much the same.
The Start will also be available complete with a rig for a very very
reasonable price which should appeal to those just entering the sport as
well as families, etc.
I don't know if Svein Rasmussen reads the NG, but I'm sure he wouldn't
mind your publicity about the new Formulas. I'm thinking of getting the
135
Formula for myself, definitely a Start for teaching, and will replace
other
boards I have with a Carve and/or a Fish. Guess I'll be having myself a
clearance sale this winter to make room in the van for spring!

Ellen

Quote:

> There have been a couple of recent emails from Roger talking about some
> of the new boards which are coming out from Starboard next year. From
> speaking with Svein Rasmussen in the past I personally am quite e***d
> about several of the new line including:

> 1) Three new Formula boards including the Formula 135, Formula 155 and
> Formula 175 (nice and wide (95 cm) and super large fin (65 cm)).
> 2) A new board called the Starboard Start for teaching and learning on
> while a beginner. This board is 100 cm wide and features a center
> tuttle fin slot while still being a short board.
> 3) Additional boards in the Carve lineup (6).
> 4) Additional boards in the Fish lineup (3)
> 5) Women specific boards including a Formula board.
> 6) A new Starboard Go.

> I think we should call on Svein Rasmussen from Starboard to post a
> message and introduce his new lineup fully rather then in pieces. I'm
> sure that he could answer alot of questions for anyone else as e***d
> as I am about his very innovative company.

> I'm just a sailor. Since purchasing my Starboard Go early last year
> I've been a solid Starboard customer. I plan to purchase a Starboard
> Formula 175 next year as the replacement for the GO.

> So Svein, hats off to you and hopefully you can fill in more blanks for
> us. I know I haven't mentioned at least a couple of the board lines and
> board types.

> ~Jamie N

> Sent via Deja.com http://SportToday.org/
> Before you buy.

by **WARDO** » Wed, 23 Aug 2000 04:00:00

Save room for a "Fish" in your van!
I have been having a blast on the Starboard Fish 90. This board makes
slashing the sh*t out of small mushy waves soooo much fun, it should be
illegal! The "fish" has been around in surfing for 30 years and has been
rediscovered by the surf industry (I have been riding a short,4 fin, fish
this Summer) and now has made the transition to windsurfing. Incredible
turning radius.....it powers straight up the wave face after squaring off,
then releases quickly off the top. Short ,wide , and incredibly stable for
tacks, tricks , and transitions. Jibes on a dime , really lofts jumps, and
makes looping much easier. You can tail slide this board and it holds a
rail. Construction is top notch.
It is pretty fast too, for it's shape ,as it blows past kiters like they are
standing still! The sidebiters help the board point upwind and the concave
bottom configuration smooths out chop.
I hear it will be made at the 75, 85, & 95 liter volume for '01.
Most fun I have had on a production board ever! We are stoked to be carrying
the Starboard line
and respect Svein Rasmussen's effort, committment, and integrity in the
windsurfing industry.
This company is really committed and passionate towards the sport of
windsurfing and with Jim Drake on board, we should continue to see some new
designs and breakthroughs.

WARDOG
http://www.surfingsports.com/

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> will replace other boards I have with a Carve and/or a Fish. Guess I'll be
> having myself a
> clearance sale this winter to make room in the van for spring!

> Ellen

by **DavRay** » Thu, 24 Aug 2000 09:11:24

For anyone who hasn't seen their new lineup, check:
www.star-board.com/menu_2001.html

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