{"product_id":"starboard-14-sprint-airline-deluxe-2026","title":"Starboard 14' Sprint Airline Deluxe - 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStarboard Sprint Airline Deluxe 14'0\" 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e is Starboard’s fastest inflatable race board for flat water paddling. It is built for paddlers who want serious speed, clean tracking and a more hardboard-like feel, but still need the storage, transport and travel benefits of an inflatable SUP.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a general all-round paddleboard. The Sprint Airline is a focused race and fast fitness board for capable paddlers who want to cover distance efficiently, train properly, or race in flatter conditions. If you want the quickest inflatable line from A to B, this is the board to look at. If you want a more forgiving race shape for mixed conditions and choppier venues, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-14-ft-all-star-airline-deluxe-2026\"\u003eStarboard All Star Airline Deluxe 14'0\" 2026\u003c\/a\u003e will usually be the safer choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere the Sprint Airline sits in the Starboard range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sprint Airline is the flat-water speed option in Starboard’s inflatable race range. Compared with the All Star Airline, it has a narrower, more direct feel and rewards good balance, clean technique and consistent power. The All Star is the more versatile race board for mixed water. The Sprint is the one you choose when flat-water speed and efficiency matter most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 2026, Starboard have sharpened the Sprint Airline around two key sizes: \u003cstrong\u003e14'0\" x 24\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for high-skill racers who want maximum speed, and \u003cstrong\u003e14'0\" x 25.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for paddlers who still want a fast race board but with a more usable level of stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the Starboard Sprint Airline Deluxe 14'0\" 2026?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast flat-water performance\u003c\/strong\u003e – designed for racing, training and efficient distance paddling where glide and acceleration matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirline Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e – a tensioned aramid cable system helps lock the board into shape and improves stiffness under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew tension adjuster\u003c\/strong\u003e – allows the Airline system to be tightened quickly without needing to deflate the board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – combines woven dropstitch, fusion lamination, welded rails and carbon stringers for a light, stiff and durable inflatable build.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRace-focused standing tray\u003c\/strong\u003e – EVA side trays help with control, balance recovery and rail steering when paddling hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInflatable practicality\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal if you want race-board performance without the storage, roof rack and transport demands of a hard board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich size should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOur view\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14'0\" x 24\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExperienced racers and lighter, highly capable paddlers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe fastest and narrowest option. Choose this if you have strong balance and want maximum flat-water speed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14'0\" x 25.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRace, training and fast distance paddling with a little more control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe more realistic choice for many paddlers. Still fast, but easier to manage when conditions are not perfectly flat.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure between the two, we would usually steer most paddlers towards the 25.5\" first unless they are already comfortable on very narrow race boards. The 24\" is quick, but only if you can paddle it confidently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e14'0\" x 24\"\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e14'0\" x 25.5\"\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14'0\" \/ 426.7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14'0\" \/ 426.7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\" \/ 61.0cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5\" \/ 64.7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" \/ 15cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" \/ 15cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e281L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e296L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTail width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.3\" \/ 43.9cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.4\" \/ 46.7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoard weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10.4kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10.4kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuggested rider weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–70kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–80kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeluxe with Airline Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeluxe with Airline Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFin setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle fin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle fin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded fin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRace 23\" Net Positive fin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRace 23\" Net Positive fin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarboard Sprint Airline Deluxe 14'0\" 2026 inflatable paddleboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/board-bags\"\u003eStarboard Re-Cover wheely board bag\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/pumps\"\u003eStarboard Tiki double action pump\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/sup-leashes\"\u003eStarboard lightweight leash\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/fins\"\u003eStarboard Race 23\" Net Positive fin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSTAR Mount \/ FCS accessory mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e paddle not included. For a board at this level, pairing it with a good performance paddle makes a noticeable difference. Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/paddles\"\u003eSUP paddles\u003c\/a\u003e or look at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-oval-2024\"\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e if you want a proper race-focused match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore the range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-14-ft-all-star-airline-deluxe-2026\"\u003eStarboard All Star Airline Deluxe 14'0\" 2026\u003c\/a\u003e – the more versatile inflatable race choice for mixed conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/racing-paddleboards\"\u003eRace paddleboards\u003c\/a\u003e – compare inflatable and hardboard race SUPs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/starboard\"\u003eStarboard SUP boards, paddles and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e – shop the wider Starboard range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHelpful reading \u0026amp; buying advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/news\/starboard-airline-cup-what-it-is-why-it-matters-and-how-to-get-involved-uk\"\u003eStarboard Airline Cup: what it is, why it matters and how to get involved\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/tips-guides\/ready-to-upgrade-your-guide-to-choosing-the-right-paddleboard\"\u003eReady to upgrade? Choosing the right paddleboard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/pages\/sup-test-centre\"\u003eBook the SUP Test Centre at Woodmill\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Starboard Sprint Airline suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a fast, narrow inflatable race board designed for capable paddlers. If you are new to paddleboarding, you will be much better served by a wider all-round or touring board. If you are new to racing, the All Star Airline is usually the more forgiving place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose the Sprint Airline or the All Star Airline?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Sprint Airline if your priority is flat-water speed and you already have good balance. Choose the All Star Airline if you want a more versatile race board for mixed water, chop, events and everyday training. Most paddlers stepping into their first inflatable race board will feel more confident on the All Star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size is best: 24\" or 25.5\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 24\" is the faster and more demanding option, best suited to lighter or highly skilled paddlers. The 25.5\" gives you more usable stability while still feeling quick and efficient, so it will be the better choice for many real-world paddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Sprint Airline feel like a hard race board?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will not feel exactly like a composite hardboard, but the Airline cable system, carbon stringers and Deluxe construction give it a much more locked-in, performance-focused feel than a standard inflatable board. It is one of the closest inflatable options if you want race speed with easier storage and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I try a Starboard Airline board before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The best way to choose between widths and models is to test them on the water. Our SUP Test Centre at Woodmill, Southampton allows you to compare boards back-to-back and get proper advice before committing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Starboard","offers":[{"title":"14' x 24\"","offer_id":53789799350605,"sku":null,"price":1269.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14' x 25.5\"","offer_id":53789799383373,"sku":null,"price":1269.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/Starboard-14-Sprint-Airline-Deluxe-2026.jpg?v=1777302432","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-14-sprint-airline-deluxe-2026","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}