Starboard Ace Foil Lightning
Lightning-fast ⚡️
The 8’2” x 18” Ace Foil Lightning comes in our ultra-light ZERO construction, weighing under 4.5 kg—our lightest build ever!
🏆 Clement Colmas claimed victory at the 16 km EuroTour Barcelona Downwind race, dominating with a 10-minute lead using the Ace Foil Lightning board.
ULTRA-LIGHT WEIGHT
UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE CAPABILITIES
PURE FOILING CROSSOVER
NEW HIGH-ASPECT PARALLEL OUTLINE
The teardrop outline is the most efficient outline, offering even volume and a stable shape. The Lightning range has a straighter parallel outline to maximise the stability from the narrow width.
NARROW SIZES
From 15″ to 19″, the Ace Lightning models are designed for maximum efficiency and speed. The longer lengths provide float and allow for fast paddling into bumps and onto the foil, while the narrow width limits drag during touchdowns and flight.
NEW PIN TAIL
Tracking and efficiency are two key aspects of the pintail design. The pin tail offers great tracking for catching bumps, while the pin tail also brings the water back together, allowing a more efficient takeoff and touchdown with less board touching the water.
NEW ROUND RAILS
The rounded rails were originally designed to be easy to use in choppy ocean conditions. This same concept has been brought to the Ace Foil model, which not only creates ease in the chop but also allows the board to have an amazing spring when pumping to get on the foil.
BRUSHED DECK PAD
The new brushed deck pad is less abrasive on the knees while offering comfort and grip. The Ace Foil Lightning also features a kickpad for improved control and a reference point when stepping back.
BLUE CARBON FOILBOARD TECHNOLOGY
LIGHTWEIGHT, STRONG AND DURABLE
Experience the lightest, stiffest, and strongest technology to get you flying faster and for longer.
› Get flying faster with a lighter board
Using top-grade 150g Biaxial Carbon, the board is significantly lighter yet incredibly strong and stiff. A custom process creates a double stringer, boosting breakage strength and stiffness.
› Reinforced standing area
High-density PVC in the standing area enhances durability and prevents heel dents.
› Maximum stiffness and rigidity
Lightweight biaxial carbon fiber on the deck and bottom ensures stiffness and rigidity. An arrow-shaped PVC stringer provides extra breakage strength and stiffness over the foil, essential for long, narrow shapes.
Model | 8’4” x 19” ACE FOIL LIGHTNING [NEW] | 8’2” x 18” ACE FOIL LIGHTNING [NEW] | 7’6” x 17” ACE FOIL LIGHTING [NEW] | 7’5” x 15” ACE FOIL LIGHTNING [NEW] |
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Rider Weight | Downwind SUP: up to 110kg | Downwind SUP: up to 90kg | Downwind SUP: up to 80kg | Downwind SUP: up to 75kg |
Length | 8’4” / 254.5cm | 8’2” / 248.9cm | 7’6” / 228.6cm | 7’5”/ 226.1cm |
Width | 19″ / 48.8cm | 18″ / 45.7cm | 17″ / 43.2cm | 15″ / 38.1cm |
Thickness | 7.2″ / 18.5cm | 6.5″ / 16.3cm | 6.7″ / 16.9 cm | 6.9″ / 16.2 cm |
Tail Width | 9.5″ / 23.9cm | 8.2″ / 20.8cm | 8.3″ / 21.1cm | 8.3″ / 20.8cm |
Volume | 122 L | 101 L | 87 L | 83 L |
Aspect Ratio | 5.3 | 5.5 | 5.3 | 5.9 |
Foil box | 2X 16″ US BOX | 2X 16″ US BOX | 2X 16″ US BOX | 2X 16″ US BOX |
Footstrap Insert | No | No | No | No |
Weight | Blue Carbon: 6.35 kg | ZERO: 4.28 kg Blue Carbon: 5.70 kg |
Blue Carbon: 5.28 kg | Blue Carbon: 4.96 kg |
Stability | 7 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
Maneuverability | 6 | 7 | 8.5 | 9 |
Speed | 10+ | 10 | 9 | 10+ |
Carbon Footprint (incl. Accessories) |
114.4 kgCO2e | 108.0 kgCO2e | 103.9 kgCO2e | 100.7 kgCO2e |
Board weight tolerance:
Blue Carbon +/- 5%