Stand Up Paddle Boards
2009 Starboard 8'5" Pocket Rocket
Opens for a whole new approach to SUP surfing. Perception is changed as riders are seeing their performance and stoke levels soar. It’s a board for the ambitious surfer or those who with a quick learning curve. Expect the unexpected from the Pocket Rocket. Lightning acceleration and speed, with faster rail to rail response and agility.
| Board | Volume liters |
Length cm/ft |
Width cm/in |
Weight kg/lbs |
Retail | Our Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Pocket Rocket 8'5" AST Camo Blue | 126 L | 256 / 8'5" | 76.2 / 30.0" | $1,299.00 | $1,299.00 |
Starboard construction technologies:
To meet your specific requirements and expectations Starboard has developed and refined a range of board technologies, with most shapes available in all technologies.
- Technora Sandwich: This is the lightest and stiffest most premium technology for 2010. All boards in the Technora technology include Startouch, Starboard's trademark deck traction.
- TAC Wood Sandwich: This is the most exceptional looking technology, while being light and stiff. All boards in the TAC technology include Startouch, Starboard's trademark deck traction.
- Camo Tufskin EVA: This is the most popular technology offering an excellent balance of weight, price and performance. All boards in Camo feature a full EVA deck, and are equipped with M8 insert for windsurfing compatibility.
- Candy Tufskin EVA: This is the same construction technology as the Camo, but features the candy stripes on the EVA deck. All boards in Candy feature the full EVA deck.
- Blue Touch Tufskin: This technology is a great balance between durability, price and performance.
All boards in Blue Touch feature Startouch, Starboard's trademark deck traction.
What size paddle do I need?
Typically, you want to choose a paddle that is 8-10 inches longer than your total height. So, if you're 5'10" you'll want a 78-80 inch paddle. Sizing stand up paddles is easy once you know how to do it!
| Height | Paddle Length |
|---|---|
| 5'2" | 70-72" |
| 5'4" | 72-74" |
| 5'6" | 74-76" |
| 5'8" | 76-78" |
| 5'10" | 78-80" |
| 6'0" | 80-82" |
| 6'2" | 82-84" |
