Baseplate Only Elite (U-Pin)
Baseplate Only Elite (U-Pin)
Experience the ultimate baseplate that combines exceptional strength with innovative safety features. Designed for demanding sailors who require absolute reliability in all conditions.
The Elite Baseplate elevates performance through thoughtful engineering innovations. Its premium TPU tendon core can be inspected and replaced by hand anywhere, with secure POK plastic caps that protect the tendon pins while preventing unexpected failures. The uninterrupted stainless steel connection from T-nut to extension guarantees rock-solid performance even if plastic components show wear.
Built for lasting durability, the baseplate features a solid stainless steel U-Pin section and rugged POK engineering plastic body that maintains its ergonomic shape session after session. The intelligent design includes a sand-resistant push-button locking system that allows you to detach the joint while leaving it connected to your board—perfect for transport and storage.
Practical details enhance performance and safety. The POK disk with EVA layer and guiding knob provides excellent grip on your board, while the integrated Spectra safety rope connects top and bottom components with an impressive 650kg break load capacity for complete peace of mind in challenging conditions.
Perfect for professional and dedicated enthusiasts who demand the highest level of quality, safety, and performance from their windsurfing equipment.
We build gear to last — and we back it up.
- Year 1 — Unconditional: Full coverage, no questions asked. Any issue, we make it right.
- Year 2 — Conditional: Continued coverage against manufacturing defects.
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For warranty claims on products purchased from a retailer, please contact the store where you bought the product. They will coordinate with us to resolve any issues under warranty. Find a dealer
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Windsurfing Baseplate FAQs
When it comes to windsurfing, the baseplate is often underestimated as just a simple connection point between the board and the rig.
The baseplate is a sophisticated component of your windsurfing setup, serving as the critical link in your entire system. It plays a vital role in power transmission, shock absorption, and responsiveness to sailing conditions.
Choosing the right baseplate can significantly impact your windsurfing performance, safety, and overall experience.
This FAQ aims to provide you with the necessary information to help you choose the perfect baseplate for your riding style and conditions.
There are three main types:
- Power/Boge Joint: Great shock absorbers with more sideways movement
- Tendon Joint: Stiffer with less lateral movement
- Cardan Joint: Easily pivoting, ideal for inflatable WindSups
Power Joint is an imitation of the original Boge Joint. The Boge Joint is slightly more expensive and has an unconfirmed reputation for longer lifespan, but both function similarly.
It depends on your use:
- For shock absorption: Power/Boge Joint
- For direct feel and less movement: Tendon Joint
- For inflatable WindSups & Windfoil: Cardan Joint
Unifiber RDM masts stay at a constant 33 mm. internal width up to 600 mm. into the base section. Beyond 600 mm. the internal width tapers to 32 mm.
Unifiber Baseplates: Engineered for Reliability
Built to Last
Our commitment to excellence shows in every baseplate we make.
From premium materials to precision-engineered joints, each component undergoes extensive testing to ensure flawless performance in demanding conditions.
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