Airboard will continue to focus on its innovative Ultralight Edition next year and is expanding it to include various models. The STRIDER is now available as a 12'6" x 34" and as a children's and youth SUP in 9'9" x 28". The latter weighs in at just 4.9kg.
A family SUP is also being added to the range. At 14' x 45", the TEAM model offers space for up to two adults and two children, but can also be paddled alone or in pairs. The ultra-light construction reduces this 13kg lightweight giant SUP to the same pack size as an ordinary all-round SUP.
Fanatic RAY AIR PREMIUM 13'6"
We have developed a new 13'6" inflatable touring board in response to high demand from our specialist dealers and SUP schools. With its larger volume, it is perfect for heavier riders or for longer tours with more luggage.
Fanatic RAY / DIAMOND TOURING
The Ray and Diamond Touring benefit from our developments in race boards. The new shape has a narrower width and an improved rocker line, based on the Strike. The recessed deck ensures a stable water position, whether in flat water or choppy waves. The Ray Shape 12'6" x 28.5" is available in two different designs to suit every budget.
Fanatic SKY SUP
The new Sky SUP models are more performance orientated and work perfectly in small to medium sized waves. The higher rocker and step tail prevent the nose from dipping when paddling into steeper waves. The boards have enough volume for paddling, but are compact enough to be lifted out of the water quickly. All sizes are also very suitable for wing foiling.
Glory Boards Touring 14'0''
Our new touring board in the length of 14'0'' is ideal for long trips. Thanks to 2 large luggage nets, the board offers enough storage space to really transport a lot on the board. 3x Slide In fins make the board stable. Even on very shallow sections, the short fins can be used without any problems. As it is cut very quickly, the board can also be used for race training. Thanks to the kicktail, it is also great for turns.
Cross 11'0''
Our new Cross 11'0'' is the ideal all-rounder for every family and water sports enthusiasts looking for a board with many features. The Cross can be used for stand-up paddling, kayaking (incl. kayak seat) and windsurfing.
Sleek Paddle 2020
Our new 100% carbon paddle is made for all intermediates who like to ride a stiff paddle but don't want to be careful with it. Thanks to the nylon blade, you can hit the bottom with the paddle. Stones, tarmac, gravel and the like cannot harm the paddle. The paddle is also perfect for white water. Thanks to a bevelled edge on the lower part and a guide in the paddle handle, the 3-piece paddle is completely secured against twisting.
Indiana 6'2 Foil Pro 105
The SUP foil board developed and designed by foil expert Gunnar Biniasch on Fuerte is ideal for foiling in the waves. The pronounced double concave with keel makes it possible to paddle straight out into the line-up and when catching waves. Thanks to the footstrap plugs, it is also ideal for wing foiling. The angle in the tail enables early pumping and therefore foiling fun in medium to strong winds.
Indiana 12'0 Family
The Indiana design team has taken the desire for more volume and stability and created the largest board in the Family range with a length of 12 feet and a width of 33 inches. The 343 litres of volume surrounded by robust Pre-Laminated Double Layer carry even heavy or multiple family members without sagging and thanks to the new 8.5 Hyperflow fin with great directional stability.
Indiana 11'6 Feather
The Feather 11'6 is the featherweight board for adventurers who want to take their board with them wherever they go without sacrificing performance. The length of 11'6 in combination with the 8.5 Hyperflow fin enables fast speed and good directional stability. The 307 litre volume also allows you to carry enough luggage. Camping utensils can be stored safely and dryly under the elasticated drawcord in the included dry bag.
NSP NSPiration Mat - 8'0
As an aqua yoga specific yoga board - ideal for fitness centres, resorts and large swimming pools - or simply for private use - this board connects us to a whole new market of health and wellness minded people who have never considered owning a paddle, board or surfboard. With highly durable attachment points, this board offers endless options for exercise and movement. Also ideal for fitness centres and resorts looking for new ways to generate new customer experiences and revenue.
NSP HIT Cruiser - available in 10'2 and 11'2.
It's a completely new design that focuses on extremely high durability, but at an extremely attractive price that offers both retailers and dealers attractive profit margins. We have seen strong demand for early deliveries for resorts, rentals and schools, but the board is also ideal for personal use. A reinforced rail tape absorbs all paddle bumps and scratches - most paddle marks can be wiped off.
NSP Foil -Boards and Airwave-Foils
The NSP Airwave has been specifically designed for slow take-off speeds and excellent rider feedback and lifts off early. The efficient wing design combined with an incredibly stiff fuselage and mast provides an exceptional level of control and stability. This makes the NSP Airwave perfect for all foil disciplines. The Airwave is supplied with washers as standard, making it easy to adjust the angle of attack of the rear wing. The NSP Airwave is equipped with a double rail mounting plate and can be used on a variety of boards.
SUP Guide with Sonni Hönscheid
In the SUP guide, the reader is introduced to stand-up paddling step by step. It starts with six tips on how to get started with SUP, how to get on the board and how to hold the paddle correctly. This is followed by safety tips that show the reader how to start their paddling session safely.
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The RESTUBE Ready SUP belt from Hf° has also been available since this year
The belt comes with a RESTUBE Ready Patch, which allows the wearer to attach their Restube directly to the belt using a connector. This eliminates the need to wear the Restube's hip belt.
RRD WASSUP FOIL
FOR SUP RIDERS WHO WANT TO "KEEP IT SIMPLE" WITH ONE BOARD
ONE SHAPE IN TWO SIZES FOR ALL TYPE OF SPORTS, SUP , SUP FOIL , WINDSURF AND WINDFOIL.
EASY TAKE OFF, THANKS TO THE 31" OR 78 CMS WIDTH, ALSO IN CHOPPY CONDITIONS. THE 2 US BOXES FOR THE PLATE MOUNTED FOILS ON THE BOTTOM HAVE A GENEROUS LENGTH OF 36 CM SO YOU CAN ALSO USE THE BOARD FOR LIGHT WIND WINDSURF FOILING WHEN SETTING THE FOIL ON THE FARTHEST REAR POSITION. THE CROCODILE EVA PAD ENHANCE GRIP AND HANDLING IN ANY WATER SESSION. AVAILABLE IN TWO DIFFERENT CONTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES LTE AND ETECH.
AIR EVO
The new AIR EVO is the real inflatable board for everyone. Easy to be paddled and easy to be inflated and rolled up.
Thanks to it's special lightweight technology with a single PVC fabric stripe top and bottom to increase stifness and a lightweight dropstitch body, the EVO SUP is the perfect choice for the family or for any type of use, from lakes to waves! The second chamber also offers extra safety floatation for any emergencies. The split crocodile eva pad make keeps the weight of board down, and the new diamond low-profile PVC tail pad guarantees best grip in case of radical change of direction.
SIC RS
The SIC RS racing machine, which recently won the "SUP Connect Gear of the Year" Race Award, will be even faster in 2020! Small improvements to the shape of the nose, the volume distribution between the rails and a lowered footprint enable better planing behaviour and maximum speed. The new "Super Fly (SF)" construction also ensures a more robust and stiffer overall package. Available in sizes 12'6 (widths: 20, 22, 23.5, 25, 27) and 14'0 (widths: 21.5, 23, 24.5, 26, 28)
SIC Foil Marlin
In 2020, SIC is launching its own FOIL range on the market for the first time. The Marlin model is particularly exceptional, as it can be used both as a pure SUP foil board and as a windsurf foil board. The rocker and the quad fin set-up offer excellent manoeuvrability while the outline ensures high speed. Available in 7'8 x 29.5.
SIC Air Glide Okeanos
Due to the great success of the SIC Okeanos hardboard model, the matching inflatable counterpart will follow in 2020. The SIC Air Glide Okeanos is primarily used for touring, but can also be used in shallow waters and on fast rivers with the right fin set-up. The Fusion Skin technology ensures outstanding rigidity and durability, so that the Okeanos is in no way inferior to conventional touring SUP boards. Honoured with the Paddling Magazine Industry Award as the best SUP 2019. Available in sizes 11'0 x 29, 12'6 x 31 and 14.0 x 30
SIREN TRIPLE ACTION
Double Action was a thing of the past - from 2020, SIREN boards will also be supplied with the new HP6 Triple Action as an option. The fastest pump from our company has three different pump stages and fills the board with air in no time at all. No e-pump can compete with that.
SIREN TRAVEL PADDLE
We have now added a P4 paddle to our P1-2-3 paddles. The P4 paddle is the first 4-piece paddle from SIREN SUPsurfing. It kills two birds with one stone: firstly, it now fits into any travel rucksack/suitcase and is therefore also suitable for travelling by plane. Secondly, with the 4th intermediate piece we extend the range of use, so that we achieve an adjustability of an incredible 140cm - 235cm. A paddle for the whole family. At 750 grams, it is still one of the lightweights thanks to the carbon technology.
SIREN TRAVEL BAG
The new backpack from SIREN SUPsurfing has been specially developed for travelling stand-up paddlers. Weighing just over 2000 grams, it is extremely light. As with all SIREN backpacks, it is a top-loader with a long zip so that the board can be stowed away easily. Two carrying handles, back straps and the waist belt ensure a high level of carrying comfort and the rucksack also has wheels, of course. The highlight: the dimensions are exactly the same size as airline baggage, so that travelling is possible without having to register special baggage. The fact that the rucksack is made from recycled PET bottles speaks in favour of the positive ecological balance.
Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon
Starboard's most powerful paddle is the race team's first choice for all conditions. Thanks to its narrow profile, it can be guided close to the rail of the board and thus optimally kept on course. This is a real advantage in races, as is the concave shape of the blade, which ensures perfect alignment of the paddle in the water. The square blade tip in combination with the pronounced side concaves ensure the best tracking properties and immediate power transmission. Weight from 370 grams.
Starboard Touring Deluxe DC
The Deluxe construction from Starboard features a newly developed dropstitch material that is now woven instead of knitted. To achieve optimum performance, all seams are linear and the rails are welded. The double-chamber Deluxe DC construction results in the stiffest and safest inflatables on the market with a 25% weight reduction compared to the previous year. For every board sold, Starboard collects 1.4 kg of plastic waste from the seashore and plants a mangrove. Lengths: 11'6, 12'6 and 14'0.
Starboard Waterline
Smooth like a race board, stable like a touring board - the Waterline is new on the market and is the Ferrari of SUP boards thanks to its sophisticated shape and underwater hull. On flat water, the narrow, long bow cuts smoothly and silently through the water, while the cutouts at the tail noticeably improve the gliding characteristics. Available in Lite Tech construction 14'0 x 28 and in Carbon Top construction in 12'6 and 14'0 x 28.
Stephan Gölnitz
Deputy Editor in Chief surf