In this SUPboarder PRO video, we pin the Starboard Waterline 12’6 x 28″ against the JP-Australia GT-S 12’6 x 29″ to see which board is best for you. We tested these boards in a variety of conditions, from calm water to choppy seas, upwind to downwind, waves, tide and wind. So how did these boards […]
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Georgi Velev
3 years ago
Many thanks for the video. Well, one should either be an advanced paddler, or a heavy rider over 95kg. I like the Starboard because it matches my weight (77kg), on the other hand, the JP matches my abilities (beginner rider). I think the best would be if JP developed a slightly less voluminous board. If I was making several days tours with a SUP, then the answer would be obvious – me (77kg) + 20kg luggage = JP is perfect. Which makes me wonder what kind of a touring board the Waterline is, may be there are people who can… Read more »
Hi Georgi, I agree that JP could produce a smaller volumed GT-S that would suit those lighter riders. That would be nice. Good pick up on carrying the extra luggage. We need to add this weight to the overall rider weight and to get the most out of the board. The Waterline is meant for those faster touring paddles, but I wouldn’t go as far as saying that it is designed for multiple-day adventures with loads of gear. Maybe an overnighter or a few days on the water, but yes, it’s definitely the sport version of touring boards and those… Read more »
Juha Koivisto
3 years ago
Thanks for the video review! Looks like the 12’6 waterline is not carrying your weight as well as it could? Do you think 14×28 waterline would glide better and survive some kneehigh downwind bumps easier under a 70kg rider? How are the speed claims of Starboard “our fastest board at 75% speeds?”
Hi Juha, I’d say the claims are correct from Starboard – as long as the rider is on the right sized board so to make use of the cutaway tail section. It really does make a difference to speed. As for the 14′ x 28″, yes it is going to glide better with the added length and pick up bumps a little easier but I feel with that extra length, it could quite easily spear into the bump in front (if that makes sense). Longer boards in short period downwind waves tend not to fit into the troughs of the… Read more »
Lee Copson
2 years ago
At 115Kg and having recently moved to within walking distance of a lake I was looking for something to replace my 12’6″ 32″ Red Paddle iSUP. I found a deal on a 1 year old 14’0″ GT-S Carbon. I’d guess I’m a lower intermediate level paddler and found the board nice and stable on flat water from the start. I still have to focus when paddling and have the occasional moment but it is much more forgiving than the iSUP I was using previously. It’s given me confidence to try walking up and down the board – standing toward the… Read more »
Hi Lee, thank you so much for your feedback and comments about your board. I know the paddlers will find this very useful. Have you put down your review notes in the customers review section near the bottom of the post? Happy paddling Reuben
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Many thanks for the video. Well, one should either be an advanced paddler, or a heavy rider over 95kg. I like the Starboard because it matches my weight (77kg), on the other hand, the JP matches my abilities (beginner rider). I think the best would be if JP developed a slightly less voluminous board. If I was making several days tours with a SUP, then the answer would be obvious – me (77kg) + 20kg luggage = JP is perfect. Which makes me wonder what kind of a touring board the Waterline is, may be there are people who can… Read more »
Hi Georgi, I agree that JP could produce a smaller volumed GT-S that would suit those lighter riders. That would be nice. Good pick up on carrying the extra luggage. We need to add this weight to the overall rider weight and to get the most out of the board. The Waterline is meant for those faster touring paddles, but I wouldn’t go as far as saying that it is designed for multiple-day adventures with loads of gear. Maybe an overnighter or a few days on the water, but yes, it’s definitely the sport version of touring boards and those… Read more »
Thanks for the video review! Looks like the 12’6 waterline is not carrying your weight as well as it could? Do you think 14×28 waterline would glide better and survive some kneehigh downwind bumps easier under a 70kg rider? How are the speed claims of Starboard “our fastest board at 75% speeds?”
Hi Juha, I’d say the claims are correct from Starboard – as long as the rider is on the right sized board so to make use of the cutaway tail section. It really does make a difference to speed. As for the 14′ x 28″, yes it is going to glide better with the added length and pick up bumps a little easier but I feel with that extra length, it could quite easily spear into the bump in front (if that makes sense). Longer boards in short period downwind waves tend not to fit into the troughs of the… Read more »
At 115Kg and having recently moved to within walking distance of a lake I was looking for something to replace my 12’6″ 32″ Red Paddle iSUP. I found a deal on a 1 year old 14’0″ GT-S Carbon. I’d guess I’m a lower intermediate level paddler and found the board nice and stable on flat water from the start. I still have to focus when paddling and have the occasional moment but it is much more forgiving than the iSUP I was using previously. It’s given me confidence to try walking up and down the board – standing toward the… Read more »
Hi Lee, thank you so much for your feedback and comments about your board. I know the paddlers will find this very useful. Have you put down your review notes in the customers review section near the bottom of the post? Happy paddling Reuben