Naish Javelin Carbon SUP Board 2020
IN A NUTSHELL...
Those familiar with the Naish lineup will recognize the Javelin name plate as one of the top flatwater raceboards from a few years ago. While the name is familiar, the shape is completely brand new. When designing the Javelin, we kept in mind that most flatwater races rarely offer glassy conditions. Good boards in this category need to perform as well in choppy conditions as they do in glassy ones, draft well, offer the speed to overtake easily and still be maneuverable enough to quickly make buoy turns. Additionally the ability to catch glides is also important should the opportunity arise.
Design details
Race/FlatWater
Who is it for?
Javelin is for dedicated racers who race in flatwater or light wind downwinders.
What does it do?
Win.
Why is it unique?
Javelin combines more than a decade of racing experience with input from the fastest paddlers in the world to set new records.
Those familiar with the Naish lineup will recognize the Javelin name plate as one of the top flatwater raceboards from a few years ago. While the name is familiar, the shape is completely brand new.
When designing the Javelin, we kept in mind that most flatwater races rarely offer glassy conditions. Good boards in this category need to perform as well in choppy conditions as they do in glassy ones, draft well, offer the speed to overtake easily and still be maneuverable enough to quickly make buoy turns. Additionally the ability to catch glides is also important should the opportunity arise. With this checklist in hand, we set to work on the Javelin to make a board that not only met our standards, but exceeded them.
The narrow and straight outline pierces through the water efficiently and quickly. Its recessed deck allows the board to be narrower than ever, while retaining stability—ensuring maximum power output through every stroke. Strategically placed scupper holes create a self-bailing system and drain water from the recess. The tail has also been optimally shaped to give the rider perfect positioning for aggressive buoy turns.
To ensure the fastest boards possible, we worked closely with World Champions Casper Steinfath, Bernd Roediger and Annie Reickert in a variety of conditions to guarantee explosive speed with the versatility to win in all conditions.
Javelin 14'0" X22 is ideal for riders up to 190/86 kg.
Javelin 14'0" X24 is ideal for riders up to 220/100 kg.
Construction
- Grooved & Embossed EVA Pad = Lightweight + ultimate grip + better durability over time
- Wood Sandwich Glass Matrix Stance Area = Lightweight, longitudinal stiffness
- Carbon Matrix Outer Deck & Bottom = Increased impact strength & durability
- Glass Matrix Deck & Bottom = Outstanding strength-to-weight ratio
- Molded EPS Core = Absolute precision shaping
Features
- Grooved & Embossed EVA Pad - Lightweight + ultimate grip + better durability over time
- MFC Race Fin 24 - Excellent directional stability + minimized drag
- Rail Carry Handles - Optimized carry option for beach starts
- Drain Holes - Self bailing excess water
- Recessed Deck Shape - Added stability & paddle comfort for distance races
- Beveled Rail Shape - Excellent long distance speed and optimized sprint potential
Tech specs
| Model/Size | Length | Width | Thickness | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javelin 14'0" X22 | 14'0"/426.7 cm | 22"/55.9 cm | 9 3/8"/23.8 cm | 256 L |
| Javelin 14'0" X24 | 14'0"/426.7 cm | 24"/61 cm | 9 3/8"/23.8 cm | 280 L |