Description

ACE FOIL

AN ACE IN FOILING DOWNWIND

The Ace Foil features the iconic pin-tail design for efficient takeoff and tracking downwind. The outline is designed to resemble natures most streamline possible shape, a teardrop; and the slightly recessed standing area gives the rider a flat, stable, and more connected feel over the foil.

A LEGACY, REBORN

The famous Ace model by Starboard was an industry-first design that reimagined the downwind raceboard design. First produced as a 126 SUP Race board and debuting at the Battle of the Paddle in 2009, the Ace was available in many iterations and sizes from 126 140 models between 2009 2021. Now, in the advent of downwind foiling it has been reborn as cutting edge new range for the latest downwind innovation; downwind SUP foiling.

A FANTASTIC CROSSOVER BOARD

In addition to being a phenominal SUP downwinding board, the Ace Foil is a fantastic crossover range excelling in light wind wingfoiling conditions, as well genertaing easy glibe to early lift SUP foil surfing mode. We conductued multiple multiple testing trips across Thailand, Australia, USA and Tenerife and optimised this model to use both with wing and paddle.

AVAILABLE IN TWO OPTIONS: WITH & WITHOUT INSERTS

ACE FOILWITHFOOTSTRAP INSERTS:

This is the preferred option for a wingfoil crossover board, perfect for riders seeking ultimate control and stability. Equipped with front & rear footstrap inserts.

ACE FOILWITHOUTFOOTSTRAP INSERTS:

For those craving efficiency and speed, the strapless version offers a lighter-weight design without footstrap inserts and handle. With up to 18% reduced weight saving, you experience effortless gliding and improved take off in SUP downwinding, allowing you to push the limits even further.

ACE OUTLINE

The teardrop outline is the most efficient outline, offering even volume and a stable shape.

NARROW WIDTH

Designed for speed downwind and early take off. The aim of the Ace Foil is to offer a super-fast accelerating board to quickly catch bumps and accelerate quickly onto foil. The Ace Foil model is available in narrow sizes from 19 up to 23.

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.

BOXY RAILS

Allows for reduced overall width whilst maintaining even volume distribution, for improved stability and handling. This gives the board even more pop when getting up.

PARALLEL MIDSECTION

Improves straight line tracking, making it very predictable when paddling in and getting going.

ROUNDED 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.

OPTIMISED ROCKER LINE

The rocker is fine-tuned for speed, spring, and larger bumps. The rockerline has been tested in a range of conditions, from flatwater to large ocean swell.

16 FOIL BOX

With many iterations of downwind foils hitting the market, the 16 foil box caters to any foil preference. This downwind model features a further forward box for fine-tuned and comfortable downwind foiling.

BRUSHED DECK PAD

The new brushed deck pad is less abrasive on the knees while offering comfort and grip. The Ace Foil also features a kick pad for improved control and a reference point when stepping back.

CARRY HANDLE INSERT

The original Ace Foil with inserts features an ergonomic center carry handle, for easy handling with foil.

*Not available on Ace Foil Lite option