Starboard Windsurf Board Carve is a versatile freeride board for surfers who want to planeload effortlessly, maintain speed in gusty winds and, above all, make relaxed jibs. The deck feels direct but forgiving: you stand firm in the footstraps, grip chop and maintain control when the wind picks up. The Carve is known for its early planing and smooth acceleration, making it easy to get going and gain height on Dutch lakes and along the coast. The volume is cleverly distributed so the board feels stable when waterstarting and tacking, while the relatively thin rails make turn-in easier. The bottom shape dampens turbulence, allows the board to release without bucking and delivers a calm, neutral feel on the boom. That makes long sessions less fatiguing and gives you confidence to improve technique, from tighter jibs to longer races downwind.
In practice, this means you're less concerned with correcting and more concerned with choosing lines. The Carve sails widely with different sail sizes: a size smaller feels lively and playful; a size larger gives you extra pull and still sails controlled. The finish is durable and light, with solid inserts and practical footstrap positions so you customize the board to your level and style. After your session, simply rinse off salt and sand and the board will maintain its shape and rigidity, even if you sail often. If you are looking for a freeride windsurf board that makes boarding easy, helps you get through the jibe and stays stable in hard winds, the Starboard Carve offers exactly the combination of speed, comfort and ease of use you need on changeable Dutch waters. A solid and reliable choice for those who want to enjoy carefree fun on the water.
