Some Phantom thoughts for the Starboard Crew

magnum · 20th October 2009, 01:34 AM

Hello boys,

I'm a long time shortboarder from Spain. But I've recently found the advantages of longboards, enjoying very much the sailing with an old AHD 380Race.

You guys are supporting the raceboard revival with a great board. But I feel that two things are missing, and they could be easily achieved by your company:

1. A cheaper, more tough and durable version of the board. I think the board may have a great freeride market, look at the Kona One success, and it isnt a high tech full carbon board.

2. Some effort on the board promotion in your web page. I miss a good video of the 2010 board.

Just wanted to share, I think a lot of people would agree with this.

Good winds from Spain
Magnum

http://ferrolwindsurfer.blogspot.com

Remi · 20th October 2009, 03:31 AM

Hi Magnum,

Did you try this one : http://www.star-board.com/2010/products/board_super.php

All the best

magnum · 21st October 2009, 02:57 AM

Thanks Remi for your suggestion, and I think the SUPer has to be a great board, more leaned to the waves.

Anyway I (and think a lot more people) would like to see a cheaper and more durable Phantom 380 as its probably the ultimate raceboard shape at this time. And some video showing how nice, fun, and fast the board is and its awesome windrange and versatility for freeride/racing/cruising would be very wellcomed.

Thanks again, enjoy life,

All the best too,

Magnum
http://ferrolwindsurfer.blogspot.com

Ricko69 · 21st October 2009, 03:50 AM

To make it durable it would be too heavy and then not fast.

magnum · 21st October 2009, 02:06 PM

I think we've all have had durable boards that were fast. Top speed isnt that affected by board weight, probably acceleration is the most affected thing.

Crashes during a crowded race are very usual, as well as the usual dings when carrying the board. I think that for all but those lucky brand sponsored sailors, a more durable board makes sense. We are not talking about changing the board, just offering a cheaper version. I've heard lots of people comment this at the Longboard Forum...check this:

http://www.lbwindsurfing.com/opinion...-they-too-low/

Anyway this is just an opinion folks. Have fun.

Magnum
http://ferrolwindsurfer.blogspot.com

20th October 2009, 01:34 AM	#1
magnum New Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ferrol, España Posts: 10	Some Phantom thoughts for the Starboard Crew Hello boys, I'm a long time shortboarder from Spain. But I've recently found the advantages of longboards, enjoying very much the sailing with an old AHD 380Race. You guys are supporting the raceboard revival with a great board. But I feel that two things are missing, and they could be easily achieved by your company: 1. A cheaper, more tough and durable version of the board. I think the board may have a great freeride market, look at the Kona One success, and it isnt a high tech full carbon board. 2. Some effort on the board promotion in your web page. I miss a good video of the 2010 board. Just wanted to share, I think a lot of people would agree with this. Good winds from Spain Magnum http://ferrolwindsurfer.blogspot.com

20th October 2009, 03:31 AM	#2
Remi STARBOARD DEVELOPMENT Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Thailand Posts: 2,334	Hi Magnum, Did you try this one : http://www.star-board.com/2010/products/board_super.php All the best __________________ Rémi Can answer if you have any questions on this following boards : Carve 111, 121, 131, 141, 151 & 161 Futura 93, 101, 111, 121, 131 & 141. iSonic 80, 87, 90, 97, 107, 110, 117, 127 & 137 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. UltraSonic 147 Formula Experience One Design Phantom Race 377/320 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Phantom 295 : To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Formula 167 & 167 Wide : To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Racing Serinity Cat Concept To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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21st October 2009, 02:57 AM	#3
magnum New Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ferrol, España Posts: 10	Thanks Remi for your suggestion, and I think the SUPer has to be a great board, more leaned to the waves. Anyway I (and think a lot more people) would like to see a cheaper and more durable Phantom 380 as its probably the ultimate raceboard shape at this time. And some video showing how nice, fun, and fast the board is and its awesome windrange and versatility for freeride/racing/cruising would be very wellcomed. Thanks again, enjoy life, All the best too, Magnum http://ferrolwindsurfer.blogspot.com

21st October 2009, 03:50 AM	#4
Ricko69 New Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 2	To make it durable it would be too heavy and then not fast.

21st October 2009, 02:06 PM	#5
magnum New Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ferrol, España Posts: 10	I think we've all have had durable boards that were fast. Top speed isnt that affected by board weight, probably acceleration is the most affected thing. Crashes during a crowded race are very usual, as well as the usual dings when carrying the board. I think that for all but those lucky brand sponsored sailors, a more durable board makes sense. We are not talking about changing the board, just offering a cheaper version. I've heard lots of people comment this at the Longboard Forum...check this: http://www.lbwindsurfing.com/opinion...-they-too-low/ Anyway this is just an opinion folks. Have fun. Magnum http://ferrolwindsurfer.blogspot.com