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What do we know about Starboard Foils 2027 range? I've heard from a trusted source that they're phasing out SLX wings, which will no longer be available, and that backwards compatibility with the UCS hybrid fuselage is also questionable.
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One of my friends had the 2nd gen, evolution, and his C400 1000 wing broke off from the fuselage. Might be an one-off, but still ... the 1st gen holds up incredibly well.
I wouldn't expect the mast can snap like that, especially since this connection is supposed to be the stronger part of the setup.
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Damn, both of these cases look terrible, especially the mast, holy ****. I've been a huge Starboard fan for years, but this got me seriously second-guessing upgrading my foil to the UCS platform. My old SB 1000 1st gen is bulletproof, and I never worry about anything cracking or coming loose (despite double-checking bolt tension occasionally).
Unsure if a marginal ultra-light wind performance gain is worth the stress. Even if they offer great support, what happens if the components are over 2 years old and there's no warranty left? That's an expensive bullet to bite.
