Single fin setting: straightline speed priority with a solid fin grip. Classic Evo performance.

Skate setting: For a more rail driven sensation where release of the tail is enhanced for new school sliding manoeuvres.

Starboard's new Slot Box: the new box system fundamental to the Evo IQ concept. Starting from a clean sheet, the Slot box is 70% lighter than the US box. This allows for multiple fin box configurations without excessive weight penalty. The Slot Box 13 has 3cm of adjustment room and current US based fins can also be cut to fit. The custom-manufactured bolts fit the same screwdriver as your footstraps, making them effective against sand, keeping the system simple and hassle-free.

WoodCarbon - the lightest, stiffest option;
Wood - extra light, rigid and with the test team's favourite feel;
Technora - light and stiff, and the best-priced option. See the Technology page for more details.

Shape: Forward Vee that spirals into reduced vee between the feet and ending in a monoconcave through the tail. The forward V makes it easy to initiate a rail into a turn by helping to tip the forward rail down as you lean forward. This aides the use of the front foot for better drive. This then blends into a monoconcave tail which channels and accelerates the water through the back of the board. Thus creating curve on the rail for a loose feel when turning, yet allows for a flatter rocker down the middle of the board for more speed and quicker planing. Evo rails are soft and rounded like surfboards - keeps the ride flowing and smooth.

Fittings:

1. Fish scale pad grooving - unidirectional traction. Grips when you need them to, helps to release when you don't.
2. New Deluxe straps by Drake - includes the convenient strap-size indicators.
3. Heel Bumpers - for comfort and impact shock-absorption
4. Double screws for the back footstrap - for extra strength New Starboard Slot Box fin system On the wave face, it's all unmistakably Evo - flow through tight turns and project big aerials off the lip.