New Starboard SUP Drop for Summer 2026: Touring, Generation and All Star Airline Boards
The new Starboard summer 2026 paddleboard drop is now live at The SUP Company, and it is a strong one for paddlers looking to upgrade from their first board, tour further, train harder or move into inflatable race performance.
The headline board is the Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package. At £499, this is an exceptional price point for a proper 12’6 touring paddleboard package from Starboard.
It gives paddlers a genuine step up from a standard all-round SUP, with better glide, straighter tracking and a full package including board, paddle, pump, leash, bag and fin. For anyone looking to move beyond short casual paddles without jumping straight into a premium touring setup, this is the board to look at first.
Alongside it, we have the new Starboard Touring Deluxe Lite, the versatile Starboard 12’6 Generation Deluxe 2026, and the much-loved Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe 2026, including the ever-popular 14’0” x 26” size.
These boards are available to order and pre-order ahead of delivery. Stock is limited, demand is already high, and we have had a strong run of enquiries on these models already. If you know which board and size you want, it is worth reserving early rather than waiting until the summer rush is in full swing.
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The headline deal: Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package
The Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package is the standout value board in this summer drop.
At 12’6” x 30”, it is long enough to glide properly and track straighter than a typical 10’6 all-round inflatable, but still wide enough to feel manageable for developing paddlers. That makes it a very sensible upgrade board for rivers, canals, lakes, harbours and sheltered coastal exploring.
The big attraction is the complete Starboard package at £499. You get the board, Starboard 3-piece Tufskin paddle, lightweight leash, double-action Tiki pump, Re-Cover wheely roll bag, Dol-fin 22 Net Positive fin and repair kit.
This is exactly the sort of board we like for customers who have outgrown a basic all-round SUP and now want something that makes distance paddling feel easier. Compared with a shorter, wider beginner board, the Touring ONE will hold its line better and cover distance with less stop-start correction.
Choose this if you want a proper touring SUP setup without overspending. It is ideal for paddlers moving beyond their first board, beginners who already know they want to paddle further, and intermediate paddlers wanting a light, efficient inflatable for summer adventures.
Pre-order the Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package
Starboard Touring Deluxe Lite: lightweight touring for longer paddles
The Starboard Touring Deluxe Lite is the next board to look at if you want a more refined touring setup with more size choice.
This range is built for paddlers who want better glide, better tracking and a board that feels easier to cover distance on. It is a strong option for rivers, canals, lakes, estuaries and sheltered coastal paddles where efficiency matters.
Available sizes include 12’6” x 30”, 14’0” x 28”, 14’0” x 30” and 14’0” x 32”.
The 12’6” x 30” is the easy-to-recommend all-round touring size. The 14’0” x 30” is a great longer-distance option for many paddlers, while the 14’0” x 32” gives bigger paddlers or kit-carriers more stability and confidence. The 14’0” x 28” is the quicker, more performance-led option for paddlers with better balance.
Choose this if you want a lighter, more travel-friendly touring SUP and you are happy to choose your own paddle separately.
View the Starboard Touring Deluxe Lite range
Starboard 12’6 Generation Deluxe 2026: the crossover explorer
The Starboard 12’6 Generation Deluxe 2026 is the board for paddlers who do not want to be boxed into one style of paddling.
It sits between a pure touring board and a more all-water, surf-capable shape. That makes it a strong choice for mixed UK conditions: estuaries, harbours, light chop, boat wash, coastal exploring and the odd small wave when conditions line up.
At 12’6” x 30”, it keeps enough stability for confident paddlers while offering more glide than a standard all-round inflatable. The Deluxe construction gives it a more premium feel, and the thruster fin setup gives more flexibility if you want one board that can tour, cruise and handle playful conditions.
Choose this if you want one premium inflatable that can do more than straight-line touring. If your paddling includes mixed water, coastal routes and general exploring, the Generation Deluxe is a very smart upgrade.
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Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe 2026: race feel in an inflatable
The Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe 2026 is a firm favourite for paddlers who want speed, stiffness and race-board feel without the storage, transport and roof rack fuss of a hard race board.
This is always one of the boards performance paddlers ask us about, and the 14’0” x 26” size is the one many UK paddlers are waiting for. It offers a really useful balance: quick enough for proper training and racing, but still manageable in chop, turns and real-world conditions.
The 14’0” x 24.5” is the narrower, faster option for experienced racers. The 14’0” x 26” is the sweet spot for many club racers and fitness paddlers. The 14’0” x 28” gives more confidence for bigger riders, rougher water or paddlers stepping up from a touring board.
The All Star Airline is built around Starboard’s race-inspired inflatable platform, with the aim of giving paddlers a board that feels stiff, fast and controlled while still packing down into a travel-friendly package.
Choose this if you are moving into fitness paddling, club racing, event training or faster touring and want an inflatable that feels genuinely performance-led.
Reserve the Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe 2026
Quick comparison: which Starboard 2026 board should you choose?
| Board | Best for | Key sizes | Why choose it? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package | Best value complete touring package | 12’6” x 30” | Exceptional £499 price point, with paddle, pump, leash, bag and fin included. |
| Starboard Touring Deluxe Lite | Lightweight touring and longer-distance paddling | 12’6” x 30”, 14’0” x 28”, 14’0” x 30”, 14’0” x 32” | More size choice, efficient touring shape and lighter Deluxe Lite construction. |
| Starboard 12’6 Generation Deluxe 2026 | Mixed water, coastal exploring and one-board versatility | 12’6” x 30” | Crossover touring shape with more playful handling than a pure touring board. |
| Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe 2026 | Fitness paddling, racing and fast touring | 14’0” x 24.5”, 14’0” x 26”, 14’0” x 28” | Race-inspired inflatable with strong performance appeal, especially in the 14’0” x 26” size. |
Our quick recommendations
Best value board in the drop
Choose the Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package. At £499, it is very hard to ignore if you want a genuine touring board with a full Starboard package included.
Best board for upgrading from a basic all-round SUP
Choose the Starboard Touring Deluxe Lite if your main goal is distance, glide and straighter tracking. Choose the Starboard Generation Deluxe if you want a more versatile board for mixed conditions.
Best board for fitness and racing
Choose the Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe. The 14’0” x 26” is likely to be the key size for many UK paddlers because it balances speed with control.
Best board for bigger paddlers or extra stability
Look at the 14’0” x 32” Touring Deluxe Lite if you want touring stability and kit-carrying confidence, or the 14’0” x 28” All Star Airline if you want performance with a more forgiving platform.
Why this summer drop matters
This is not just a random batch of boards landing for summer. The range covers the main progression steps we see customers asking about every week.
- The Touring ONE gives paddlers an affordable route into proper touring.
- The Touring Deluxe Lite gives committed paddlers more size choice and better long-distance efficiency.
- The Generation Deluxe gives mixed-water paddlers a premium one-board solution.
- The All Star Airline gives fitness and race paddlers a serious inflatable performance board.
For customers who have outgrown their first SUP, this is exactly where the conversation usually goes. You start looking for more glide, more efficiency, a better construction and a board that suits where you actually paddle.
If that sounds familiar, this drop is well worth a look.
Try before you buy at Woodmill
If you are torn between sizes, the best answer is often to try suitable boards on the water. The Woodmill SUP Test Centre in Southampton gives you the chance to compare paddleboards and paddles properly before buying.
This is particularly useful if you are choosing between 12’6 and 14’0 touring boards, or deciding whether the All Star Airline 14’0” x 26” is the right width for your racing and training goals.
Our team can help you narrow things down based on your height, weight, experience, where you paddle and what you want the board to do.
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Finance and delivery
Finance options are available on qualifying orders, which can be useful when investing in a complete setup or moving into a premium touring or race board.
UK delivery is available, with free standard UK delivery on orders over £100 excluding Highlands and Islands. Delivery timing can vary depending on incoming stock, pre-order status and the size selected, so if you need a board for a specific trip or event, please contact the team before ordering.
Ready for summer?
This Starboard summer 2026 drop covers a brilliant spread of paddlers: first touring upgrades, lightweight distance boards, all-water crossover shapes and serious inflatable race boards.
The strongest value is the Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package, but the returning Starboard All Star Airline 14’0 Deluxe will be the board many performance paddlers have been waiting for.
Stock is limited, demand is already strong, and the most popular sizes are expected to move quickly.
Explore the full Starboard range at The SUP Company
FAQs
Which Starboard 2026 board is the best value?
The Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package is the standout value option. At £499, it gives you a proper 12’6 touring board with paddle, pump, leash, bag and fin included.
What is the difference between the Touring Deluxe Lite ONE and the Touring Deluxe Lite?
The Touring Deluxe Lite ONE is the more accessible complete package, supplied with a Starboard 3-piece Tufskin paddle. The Touring Deluxe Lite range gives you more size options and is aimed at paddlers who want to choose a more refined touring setup, often with a paddle selected separately.
Is the Starboard Generation Deluxe a touring board?
It is a crossover board rather than a pure touring board. It has better glide than a standard all-round SUP, but it is more versatile and playful than a straight-line touring shape, making it a strong choice for mixed UK conditions.
Which All Star Airline size should I choose?
The 14’0” x 26” is the best all-round race and fitness size for many paddlers. The 14’0” x 24.5” is faster and more technical, while the 14’0” x 28” gives more stability for bigger paddlers, rougher water or those stepping up from touring boards.
Can I pre-order these Starboard boards?
Yes, these boards are available to order or pre-order ahead of delivery. Stock is limited, so if you know which model and size you want, we recommend ordering early or speaking to the team for the latest availability.
Can I try these boards before buying?
Where suitable demo equipment is available, you can apply for a session at the Woodmill SUP Test Centre in Southampton. This is the best way to compare sizes, widths and board styles before committing to a new setup.
Do all of these boards include a paddle?
No. The Starboard 12’6 Touring Deluxe Lite ONE Package includes a Starboard 3-piece Tufskin paddle. The other boards are generally board packages without a paddle, so you can choose a paddle that suits your height, cadence and paddling style.
Is finance available?
Finance options are available on qualifying orders. This can be useful when investing in a premium board, complete setup or paddle upgrade, but approval and terms depend on the finance provider.