Surftech Bark Aleka (prAna Collab)

Name: Surftech Bark Aleka (prAna Collab)
SKU: 8133
Price: 1599.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$1,599.00

$1,599.00 – $1,665.00

The Aleka Tuflite V-Tech is the perfect Stand Up Paddlboard for any paddler that seeks versatility. Joe BARK shaped the Aleka to be stable enough for flat-water cruising, but it will also perform well in small to medium surf. The prAna/Surftech collaboration adds an amazing aesthetic with patterns matching their 2020 Swim Line. Surftech’s Tuflite V-Tech molded construction consists of high quality bamboo veneer, EPS foam, fiberglass and Epoxy resin. Other features include 4 deck tie downs, ledge handle, rear padded handle and ¾ deck pad. The board has been verified Level One by Sustainable Surf’s ECOBOARD Project for its use of Bio Based Resin and BLOOM (20% algae biomass based) foam. This SUP is specifically designed for a paddler interested in sport and fitness. It is narrower and less stable than entry level boards making it more efficient while also allowing the user to properly engage entire core strength with every paddle stroke. Beauty, challenge and fun all in one board.

Categories: Boards, Surftech

Description

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Length: 11’0” / 335 cm

Width: 36” / 91 cm

This paddle board gives fun and easy glide, an incredibly stable paddle board for heavier or multiple riders to cruise and surf.

Available constructions:

• Blue Carbon

• Starlite

• ASAP *Uses 2019 shape

• Lite Tech *Uses 2019 shape

THE WIDE RIDE WITH REAL GLIDE

THIN RAILS ON WIDE BOARDS

You will sense the trademark thin rails biting into the wave just like a smaller board and let you maneuver off the top and in bottom turns in ways not expected.The thin rails mean you need less efort to turn on the rail, as there is less volume holding the board back from sinking into the turn.

SHORT NOSE OUTLINE

Makes it easier to pivot turn and fit in the critical section of the wave without catching the nose.

NOSE KICK

Prevents the nose from diving when getting into waves and paddling in choppy water.

FLAT ROCKER

In the center provides efficient glide and speed on flats.

FLAT STANDING AREA

Allows to have a wider stance for extra stability in chop.

MODERATE TAIL KICK

Allows for tighter turning when standing back on the tail.

WIDE ROUNDED TAIL

Improves stability when stepping on the board to turn. It also gives release out of turns.

MONO TO DOUBLE CONCAVE BOTTOM

Provides speed to catch the wave and then has sensitive rail-to-rail turning from the midpoint.

CHANNEL TAIL

Makes it easier to carry speed and hold through maneuverers.

SIDE FIN BOXES

Are positioned closer to the rail for quicker response in turns. Minimal change yet a big improvement.

FIN SET UP

Thruster fin set up provides comfortable straight-line tracking on flat and gives drive and control in surf.

Pocket Rocket allows both thruster and quad set up. Quad fin set up uses 4 side fins and gives fast acceleration and instant down the line speed as it does not have a drag from the larger centre fin.

NEW SELF-VENTILATING VALVE

A self-ventilating air valve is available on the board. This valve is self-ventilating so, it should not be touched or removed – otherwise, you are at risk of damaging the valve system.

BLUE CARBON

LIGHTWEIGHT, 2x FULL CARBON, STRONG AND DURABLE

10 x CLIMATE POSITIVEExtensive cost engineering, refining the layups and multiple tests has led to the 2022 Blue Carbon construction.

The Blue Carbon construction is the result of years learning how to produce the lightest and strongest constructions in both SUP & Windsurf, and refining that to come up with a new technology that delivers performance at the best value we have ever introduced in the market.

ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT BIAXIAL CARBON

Top grade 150g Biaxial Carbon wraps the entire board, joining with an overlap on the deck and bottom to create at stringer, increasing the total breakage strength. The 45-degree woven fibre brings an ultra-crisp and responsive flex and creates the skeleton structure to strengthen the entire board.

SANDWICH TECHNOLOGY

2 skins of durable fibre glass form a sandwich around the biaxial Carbon, protecting the carbon by dampening and absorbing the impact.

TWIN T-STRINGER DECK AND BOTTOM

PROTECTS AGAINST TOTAL BREAKAGE

The combination of twin T-stringers deck and bottom work together to increase the overall total breakage strength. The T-stringers are positioned close to the rail acting similar to an i-beam to endure heavy drops and strong wipe outs.

RIGID STANDING AREA

SUSTAINABLY SOURCED PINE

A standing area of 0.6mm Australian Pine is added for extra deck impact resistance and rigidity.

MULTIPLE REINFORCEMENT

In the standing area, nose and tail increase impact resistance.

EPS CORE – 15 KG/M³ DENSITY

Shear resistant, fused and moulded individually to fit each and every Starboard board providing high strength at the lightest weight. Our moulded core technology produces zero EPS wastage.

INFUSED PAINT PIGMENT

Paint pigment is infused into the resin during lamination, resulting in a lighter weight board, eliminates paint chipping and reduces the release of harmful paint toxins.
Starboard Pro
$1,550.00

IN STOCK:

Limited Series 8’7″ X 29.5″ 135L $1,550

Limited Series 9″ x 30″ -157L $1,550

PRO

SURF LIKE A PRO

10 x CLIMATE POSITIVEAward-winning shape designed by World SUP Surf champions.

The short compact outline reduces the swing weight, making it easier and faster for you to turn and fit in more critical pockets of the wave without the nose catching.

The thin rails require less effort to turn the board on rail, giving you more control to whip the board around and generate faster speeds to set up for explosive maneuvers. The sharp rail edge at the tails gives you more drive and bite-through turns, making you feel more in control with every maneuver.

Won Best Performance SUP Surf Shape award 2 years in a row
SUPBoarder Magazine

PERFORMANCE SHAPES FOR SERIOUS RIDERS SEEKING WORLD-CLASS WAVES

DESIGNED BY WORLD CHAMPIONS

Our Pro range has been designed and developed by our World Champion riders Benoit Carpentier and Zane Schweitzer, giving you the best high-performance shape to rip like a pro in the waves.

AWARD WINNING SHAPE

Best Performance SUP Surf Shape – Awarded by SUPBoarder Magazine“This is a board that will suit a more experienced surfer. It may be more technical to use and need certain waves to work best in but in the right conditions this board will give the rider a top level of performance…”

SHORT OUTLINE

Allows the board to pivot without the nose catching through the turns and can fit in tighter pockets in the waves.

THIN RAILS

Require less foot pressure, making it more sensitive and reactive, carving rail turns and have greater control down the wave face. The low volume rails allow the board to sit slightly lower in the water aiding stability.

SLIGHT DOMED DECK

Distributes the volume in the center to provide enough float, thinning at the rail for more control and bite.

SHARP RAIL EDGE

Extra control and quick turning on the rail.

KNIFY RAILS

To avoid catching whitewash and improved control.

CONSTANT ROCKER CURVE

For smooth and fast performance.

CURVED NOSE ROCKER

Allows dropping into steep waves without the nose-diving.

CURVED TAIL KICK

Offers fast reactive turning and projection to go vertical.

BOTTOM SHAPE

Single concave starting at the nose provides lift and speed. Double concave from the mid-section to in-front of the fins directs the water flow around the fins, providing control.

SWALLOW TAIL

Helps generate more speed and more bite to turn in tighter pockets of the wave.

FIN SET UP

• Quad and thruster set up options available to suit different riding styles and conditions.

• Fins are positioned closer to the rails for a quick and sharp response when turning.

NEW SIDE FIN BOXES

Blue Carbon Pro comes with FCSII side fin boxes and Limited Series comes with normal side fin boxes.

V SHAPE BETWEEN FINS

V shape bottom between fins gives sensitive rail-to-rail transitions.

NEW SELF-VENTILATING VALVE

A self-ventilating air valve is available on the board. This valve is self-ventilating so, it should not be touched or removed – otherwise, you are at risk of damaging the valve system.

LIMITED SERIES

TIMELESS LOOK, SOLID PERFORMANCE

• Twin T-stringers made from glass fibre are positioned on the deck and bottom of the board close to the rail, providing a massive increase in the overall strength against total breakage in the surf.

• An additional wide layer of 200g glass wraps the rails for higher strength against paddle impact and further reinforces the overall strength against buckling.

• The deck features reinforced biaxial glass and Australian pine, to resist heel dents and impact from the standing area.

• The nose and tail are wrapped in multiple layers of glass fiber for further strength on these impact zones.

NEW HONEYCOMB PAD

The honeycomb pad structure makes this design truly stand out. Not only does it look unique and bene ts from a reduction in weight from a full pad, we believe it offers one of the best grips we have ever used.

The small gaps between the pads give you multiple corners to wedge your feet against, providing the rider additional grip and more control to drive the board harder through turns. The diamond grooving is incredibly secure under foot, combining the corduroy wings allowing the rider to feel when they are close to the tail of the board.

TWIN T-STRINGER DECK AND BOTTOM

PROTECTS AGAINST TOTAL BREAKAGE

The combination of twin T-stringers deck and bottom work together to increase the overall total breakage strength. The T-stringers are positioned close to the rail acting similar to an i-beam to endure heavy drops and strong wipe outs.

STRONG FIN BOXES

The fin boxes are molded with extra strong Akulon Eco, made from upcycled fishing net, then wrapped high density foam and sandwiched in over 1000 grams of glass reinforcements.

MULTIPLE REINFORCEMENT

In the standing area, nose and tail increase impact resistance. An additional wide layer of 200g glass wraps the rails for higher strength against paddle impact, and further reinforces the overall strength against buckling.

EPS CORE – 15 KG/M³ DENSITY

Shear resistant, fused and moulded individually to fit each and every Starboard board providing high strength at the lightest weight. Our moulded core technology produces zero EPS wastage.

IQ HANDLE

IQ handle for easy carrying, made from recycled ABS.

RIGID STANDING AREA

SUSTAINABLY SOURCED PINE

A standing area of 0.6mm Australian Pine is added for extra deck impact resistance and rigidity.
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$1,949.00
$1,949.00 – $2,2359.00

Prioritizing stability with massive width, we’ve shaped the board to also glide and turn like a performance surfboard. It’s perfect for beginner and intermediate wave riders, and the width provides the perfect yoga platform. Full nose and squash tail for stability. Modified “surf” rocker, flat bottom front going into “V” in the tail makes for a stable, easy paddling, wave riding board.
2+1 fin box set up.
Comes with 8″ JL swept fin and 4″ side bites.

SIZES
- 9’3″x32″x4 5/8″ (170L)
- 9’9″x33″x4.4″ (180L)
- 10’3″x35″x4.5″ (213L)
COLORS
- White
BOARD CONSTRUCTION:
- JL Classic construction
- JL Carbon construction