Starboard Gen R VS All Star – Which is the best for you? / SUPboarder Comparison
Compared by us on Jul 20, 2025
Category: Downwinding Flatwater / All-round Race Equipment & Reviews Featured Level: Advanced Intermediate
Products we compared

Starboard Gen R 2025 Blue carbon sandwich
RRP: £3499 , €3999 , $4726
Pros: Great stable feel when paddlingStepback turns are easierGreat overall trackingNew shape works well in all conditionsEasy to carry and beach startNice to climb back onto
Cons: Secondary stability not as great as the All Star Standing position is not so secure (locked in) as the All Star
Consider buying if... You are looking for a fast board to paddle and use in all water conditions. You could be a lower level paddler or a more advanced rider wanting to push the limits. The new Gen R is a fast, well designed, easy to use race board that a wide range of paddlers will love.

Starboard All Star 2025 Blue Carbon sandwich
RRP: £3349 , €3999 , $4726
Pros: The harder you paddle and push the All Star the faster it goes Incredible secondary stabilityPunches through any waves and chopStill very fast on flat waterDugout positioning is very comfortable and feels secure
Cons: Primary stability is not as good as Gen RBoard needs to be kept flat to paddle straight Dugout deck very hard to climb back into The high sides get affected by the wind easilyHarder to carry
Consider buying if... You are a confident paddler with a good overall level of paddling, and want to paddle fast in a wide range of conditions.
What we say
The new Gen R is very much the new kid on the block, that sits between the race wining shapes of the All Star and the Sprint.
There’s a large amount of crossover between the All Star and the Gen R so if you’re a paddler looking at these boards its important that you buy the right board for you. In this comparison video we look at the shapes of the 2 boards to help you understand them better and decide which board would potentially be best for you.
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Specifications, ratings and environment
Show Starboard Gen R 2025 Blue carbon sandwich 14'23 x 9 - 270L
Show Starboard All Star 2025 Blue Carbon sandwich 14'23 x 11.5 - 288L
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