*New Sup Race Starboard Katana 2027

Starboard Katana

14’0″ x 20.5″ / 270 L
Length: 14’0″ / 426.7 cm
Width: 20.5″ / 52.1 cm
Rider weight: Up to 75 kg

narrow BOX tail ® Patented design by Takuji Araki
SPEED THROUGH CADENCE
The Katana is the signature race board of multiple ISA and ICF World Champion Shuri Araki, designed around a highcadence paddling style. Developed with his father and coach Takuji Araki, it introduces a racing philosophy focused on precision, efficiency and rhythm, delivering a fast, effortless glide inspired by the speed and sharpness of a katana sword.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM THE SHAPE?
The Katana is designed for elite racers who paddle at high cadence with precision. It feels fast, light, and highly responsive, with sharp straight-line tracking and excellent stability at speed. The narrow Box Tail™ allows the board to lift and accelerate forward efficiently, encouraging a rhythmic pumping motion rather than long, powerful strokes.
Built for racers aiming to compete at the highest level.

KEY FEATURES

• NARROW BOX TAIL™: Patented design by Takuji Araki A unique tail design that lifts and accelerates the board forward, enabling efficient pumping while maintaining strong straight-line stability.
• REARWARD STANDING POSITION: Standing area positioned further back to optimise trim and fully engage the Box Tail™, helping generate forward propulsion.
• VERY HARD TAIL RAIL EDGES: Patented design by Takuji Araki Sharp rail edges at the tail act like additional fins, improving tracking and reducing reliance on the main fin
• SHARP PIERCING NOSE: Inspired by the Katana sword, the sharp nose slices through water and chop, maintaining speed and control at high cadence.
• DUGOUT DESIGN: The dugout lowers the center of gravity, increasing stability and improving control in choppy open-water conditions.
• DUAL SIDE DRAINAGE HOLES: Drainage holes quickly evacuate water from the deck, allowing rapid recovery in technical and choppy conditions.
• REFINED ROCKER PROFILE: Slightly lower nose and tail rocker than the All Star, combined with added vee to maintain glide and maneuverability.
• PARALLEL SPEED OUTLINE: Parallel mid-section improves stability and glide, while the narrow nose and tail increase speed and paddling efficiency.
• MULTI-STAGE VEE BOTTOM: Rounded vee nose helps glide into bumps. Vee mid-section with slight double concave improves tracking, while progressive vee tail aids buoy turns and maneuvering.

NEW CARBON REFLEX SANDWICH D2

ULTRA-LIGHT RACE PERFORMANCE
Our lightest full Carbon race construction to date, Carbon Reflex D2 is our premium SUP Race construction, designed for maximum stiffness, controlled flex and rapid acceleration. The lightweight structure delivers a lively feel underfoot, responding instantly with every stroke while maintaining the lowest possible weight.
D2 technology optimizes the internal structure to reduce weight while maintaining a strong, impact-resistant outer shell.
Strategic reinforcements are positioned in key load areas to maintain durability and reliability in demanding race conditions.
Full Carbon reinforcements further increase structural strength while keeping overall weight extremely low.

• Ultra-light 100g Biaxial Carbon for an exceptional strength-toweight ratio
• Multiple Carbon reinforcements on the rails and bottom tune flex and recoil into acceleration
• UD 80 Carbon rail band increases stiffness for maximum power transfer
• Reinforced nose and tail protect against impact during drafting and racing
• Full PVC standing area protects against heel dents at minimal weight
• Sharp edges reinforced with lightweight Carbon for added durability