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Starboard iGO Inflatable with Paddle Review

Average price€749Range €749–€749 across 1 retailersSee sources

The iGO is Starboard's best-selling all-round inflatable, sold here as a package with a 3-piece Tufskin paddle, pump, leash and bag. Starboard positions it for first-time paddlers and families, and it took Gear of the Year at the 2025 SUPConnect Awards.

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Quick specs
Type
All-round inflatable SUP package
Sizes
10'8" x 33", 11'2" x 31+", 12'0" x 33"
Construction
Deluxe Lite with Woven Dropstitch
Rail
Welded Rail Technology — airtight mechanically bonded seam
Weight saving
Up to 2 kg lighter than regular inflatable construction
Packing
Rolls 33% smaller thanks to a 3-piece foldable fin box

Starboard calls the iGO its most popular inflatable paddle board. The version reviewed here is the set that ships with a 3-piece Tufskin paddle, aimed at first-time paddlers and families rather than at experienced racers.

The shape is straight-outlined with a narrow mid-section, which Starboard says lets you keep the paddle closer to the board for better tracking, while the wide tail leaves room to step back and pivot turn.

Construction is the Deluxe Lite build with Woven Dropstitch. Starboard's claim is up to 2 kg saved over its standard inflatable construction, with the woven core also adding stiffness.

Pros & cons
  • Complete package — board, paddle, pump, leash and wheeled bag
  • Woven Dropstitch is Starboard's lightest inflatable build, up to 2 kg lighter than standard
  • Welded rail seam removes the glue joint that weakens over time
  • Foldable 3-piece fin box lets the board roll rather than fold, cutting pack size by a third
  • Named Gear of the Year 2025 by the SUPConnect Awards
  • All-round shape is a compromise — slower than a dedicated touring board
  • Included Tufskin paddle is an entry-level component, not a carbon paddle
  • Starboard lists a €749 package price, so USD and AUD pricing depends on the dealer

How it surfs

Two practical features stand out. The Welded Rail Technology creates a mechanically bonded, airtight seam rather than a glued one, which is the joint that historically fails on cheap inflatables. And the patented 3-piece foldable fin box lets the board be rolled instead of folded, cutting pack size by 33% and, per Starboard, drag by 50%.

The rest of the package is sensible rather than exotic: soft EVA handles at nose, centre and tail, wide adjustable bungee tie-downs with metal clips, and extra D-rings for a kayak seat or shoulder strap.

Starboard publishes a €749 package price but no numeric customer rating, and we found no verified editorial score, so the aggregate here is an estimate based on the published specification and the 2025 SUPConnect Gear of the Year award.

Volume & sizing chart

Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.

SizeVolumeRider weightBest for
10'8" x 33"All-round, widest of the threeLighter paddlers and familiesBeginner
11'2" x 31+"Narrower, faster trackingMid-weight paddlersBeginner to intermediate
12'0" x 33"Longest, most glide and load capacityHeavier paddlers or extra gearBeginner to intermediate

How it compares

BoardBest atWave rangeAggregate score
Red Paddle Co Ride 10'6"Premium all-round inflatableFlatwater and coast9.3
Fanatic Fly Air PremiumAll-round inflatableFlatwater and small surf8.8
Bote HD Aero 11'6"Fishing and gear haulingFlatwater8.8

Verdict

The iGO package is a well-specified entry point rather than a performance board: a stiff, light Woven Dropstitch build with welded rails and a genuinely useful roll-not-fold pack system, bundled with an entry-level paddle. It suits families and new paddlers, not anyone chasing speed.

Estimated score: 9.0 / 10
Estimated from 1 independent sources — see full list below.

What reviewers around the web are saying

Surfex does not test gear directly. Below are independent retailer and editorial sources. When a source publishes a numeric score, it is normalized to a five-point scale; otherwise the source is listed without a score.

Estimated score
9.0/ 10
9.0
1 sources, none scored
SourceScoreSummary
Starboard official product pageNo numeric score"Starboard lists the iGO as its most popular inflatable paddle board in 10'8" x 33" and 11'2" x 31+" sizes, available as a set with a 3-piece Tufskin paddle, and notes it was awarded Gear of the Year 2025 by the SUPConnect Awards."

Where to buy & average price

Listed prices come from verified retailer pages. The average price below is an unweighted mean of verified retailer prices — converted to USD (≈) when retailers list in different currencies. Click any retailer to verify the native-currency price.

Average price
€749
€749–€749 · 1 retailers
RetailerPricevs. average
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Frequently asked questions

What sizes does the Starboard iGO come in?+

Starboard lists 10'8" x 33", 11'2" x 31+" and 12'0" x 33" in the Deluxe Lite package.

What comes with the iGO package?+

A 3-piece 29 mm Tufskin paddle, a double-action Tiki pump, a lightweight leash and a wheeled recovery bag.

What is Woven Dropstitch?+

Starboard's lightest inflatable core material. It makes the board lighter and stiffer, saving up to 2 kg over regular inflatable construction.

How small does the iGO pack down?+

Starboard says the patented 3-piece foldable fin box lets you roll rather than fold the board, reducing packing size by 33%.

Is the iGO suitable for beginners?+

Yes. Starboard positions it for first-time paddlers, families and anyone wanting stable, easy water time.