On Water: Within the test-team the S-Type was called Red Racer. In all windranges the red missile was by far the speediest board. A short, active pumping is enough to rev up the board. Despite the hard and sporty driving feeling the control remains exemplary. “The red color fits perfectly to the aggressive driving feeling”, said one of the test-team riders. What is amazing is the fact that the Red Racer turns still more narrower than the Carve which showed already better turning ability than the year before. One however could miss the benevolence for powerjibes. The narrow tail requires more agile feet and a bit more experience. But neither does one really expect an Easy Jiber.In fact the S-Type 126 lives up to its promise. It is an uncompromising „racing machine“. Only the JP Australia Supersport comes close in speed. Flying at top speed over choppy water, you will not recognise the long-standing, rather comfortable characteristics of Starboard anymore. Conclusion: It is a Freeracer with the desire for high effort. No other is faster. Despite the uncompromising shape Starboard managed to make a Freerider out of a Race Machine,which turns narrow and carves into the curve. This, however, requires an advanced windsurf level. But with it intermediate speedsailors have the chance to reach high speeds when putting the straps in the inboard positions. SURF-Tip: It is the Racing Machine for Formula 1 racers and for those who wish to become one.