The GO board is Starboard’s flagship progression freeride board, originally launched in 1999 to make planing accessible to everyone. Designed for easy early planing, stable cruising, and smooth jibing, the GO is built to help windsurfers of all levels experience the thrill of planing effortlessly. In 2026, it evolves with new technology to become even more beginner-friendly while retaining the performance that intermediates and experts love.
It's all about getting going much earlier, staying upwind and jibing like never before
Planing: To get going, you usually place your forward foot in front of the strap, to keep the board flat and help it accelerate into planing mode. With the new GO 152, we moved the fin box and straps forward 20 cm, putting you in the ideal position and in the strap right from the beginning.
The bottom of the GO has a deep V extending the flat area for even more acceleration into planing mode and making it go, flying smoothly through chop. Riding sensation: Oversized cutaways extend all the way to the front footstrap, making the GO 152 ride free even at high speed; it’s a fast board despite its size.
This more forward standing position and super early planing capability helps the board stay better upwind, so you can confidently explore the coast line. If the wind is solid and you know how to use a harness, you can hook in and enjoy the excitement of full powered planing.
The rail profile rolls smoothly onto the deck, so even when riding in the inside straps, your feet remain at the most comfortable angle. The variety of strap positions help you progress from entry level using the front inside straps to high speed using the outside back inserts.
CUTAWAY TECH
Reduces wetted surface in the tail, making it surprisingly fast despite its large volume.
FORWARD FIN AND STRAP POSITION
Fin and front strap moved 20 cm forward to allow riders to start with feet already in position, making planing much easier.
STABLE OUTLINE
Wide deck and EVA padding (on EVA model) make it extremely beginner-friendly.
FORWARD STANCE GEOMETRY
Makes it easier to balance, initiate planing, and stay in control.
GIGA CUTAWAYS IN TAIL
Improve top-end speed and responsive handling.
LONGER TAIL AND STRATEGIC VOLUME DISTRIBUTION
Smooth exit from jibes and better glide.
ICONIC ONE FOR ALL DESIGN
GO board is Starboard’s flagship progression freeride board, originally launched in 1999 to make planing accessible to everyone. Designed for easy early planing, stable cruising, and smooth jibing, the GO is built to help windsurfers of all levels experience the thrill of planing effortlessly.
In 2026, it evolves with new technology to become even more beginner-friendly while retaining the performance that intermediates and experts love.
Starlite
CRISP AND SHARP
The GO 152 windsurf boards are available exclusively in the Starlite construction, a significant step up from the standard construction typically used in this price category: lighter weight, stiffer, tougher against impacts and with a crisper, more high-performance feel on the water. It uses a combination of 0.6mm Australian pine wood and glass fibres to combine premium technology with a quality finish in a value package.
