Baseplate Tendon Joint Essentials (U-Pin)
30-day returns
Return Policy
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.
Return Fees:
- A 5% restocking fee applies to all returns
- Original shipping costs are non-refundable
- Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition as when you received it: unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You'll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, contact us at support@unifiber.net.
Returns should be sent to:
UnifiberPhantom 14
5126 RJ Gilze
Netherlands
If your return is accepted, we'll send you instructions on how and where to send your package.
Important: Items sent back without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
Important for International Returns
If you are located outside the European Union, please be aware that:
- Return shipping costs to the Netherlands can be significant (often similar to original shipping rates)
- Any customs duties, taxes, or import fees incurred during the return process are your responsibility
We ship from the Netherlands. International customers should factor in potential return costs when ordering, as these can be substantial for destinations such as Australia, North America, Asia, and the Middle East.
When We Cover Return Shipping
Unifiber will cover return shipping costs and waive the restocking fee only in the following cases:
- You received a defective or damaged item
- You received the wrong item (different from what you ordered)
- The product does not match the description on our website
In these cases, contact us at support@unifiber.net with photos and a description of the issue. We will arrange and cover the return shipping.
Damages and Issues
Please inspect your order upon delivery and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you received the wrong item. We'll evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exceptions / Non-returnable Items
Certain types of items cannot be returned:
- Custom products (special orders or personalized items)
- Sale items or gift cards
Exchanges
The fastest way to get what you want is to return the item you have. Once the return is accepted, you can place a new order for the replacement item.
European Union 14-Day Cooling-Off Period
If your order was shipped within the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without justification.
Please note: A 5% restocking fee and return shipping costs apply. Original shipping costs are non-refundable.
To qualify, your item must still be:
- in the same condition you received it
- unworn or unused
- with tags
- in the original packaging
You'll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
Refunds
We will notify you once we've received and inspected your return and let you know if the refund has been approved.
If approved, you'll be automatically refunded to your original payment method within 10 business days.
- Please note: A 5% restocking fee will be deducted from your refund. Original shipping fees and return shipping costs are non-refundable.
It can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund.
If more than 15 business days have passed since we approved your return and you haven't received your refund, please contact us at support@unifiber.net.
Essentials Baseplate: Simple, Reliable, and Affordable
The Essentials Baseplate is the foundation of our baseplate range, offering simplicity, reliability, and excellent value. Designed with fewer parts to minimize the chance of failure, it’s built to perform in even the most extreme conditions.
Key Features
- High-Quality TPU Tendon: Anchored by large-diameter custom bolts for easy replacement without overturning.
- Stainless-Steel U-Pin: A single solid piece ensures lasting durability and a secure connection.
- POK Engineering Plastic: Tough and ergonomic, designed for easy handling even after intense sessions.
- EVA Padding: Provides excellent grip on the board for enhanced control.
- Spectra Safety Rope: Rated to withstand up to 650 kg of break load, offering added safety in extreme conditions.
Why Choose the Essentials Baseplate?
- Minimalist Design: Fewer parts mean fewer chances for failure, even in demanding conditions.
- Durable Construction: Built to last with stainless-steel components and high-quality materials.
- Affordable Performance: Delivers reliability and functionality at an accessible price point.
- Beginners: Looking for a reliable and affordable baseplate to start their windsurfing journey.
- Recreational Sailors: Who want a no-fuss, durable baseplate for casual sessions.
- Budget-Conscious Windsurfers: Seeking quality and performance without breaking the bank.
Upgrade Your Rig with the Essentials Baseplate
Whether you’re just starting out or need a dependable baseplate for everyday use, the Essentials Baseplate delivers the strength and reliability you need at an unbeatable price.
Simple. Reliable. Affordable.
Regular inspection of your baseplate is crucial for safety and performance.
Here's what you need to check before hitting the water:
Power/Boge Joint Inspection:
- Check rubber for deterioration, cuts, or drying
- Look for splitting at top/bottom sections
- Test flexibility in all directions
Tendon Joint Inspection:
- Look for wear and cuts, especially around bolt holes
- Test flexibility gently
- Pay attention to bolt hole areas
Replacement Guidelines:
- Tendon joints: Replace annually or after 120 hours of use
- Power/Boge joints: Replace when showing wear or damage
- When replacing U-pins in Power/Boge joints, applying heat can help break down glue for easier removal
Remember: A quick pre-session check of your baseplate can prevent equipment failure and keep you safe on the water.
While others rely on standard parts, we took a different path: creating our own designs from the ground up. This isn't just about being different - it's about being better.
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.
Hold onto your proof of purchase. If you need us, we're here.
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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Taxes & import duties
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Tendon, Cardan & Spares
Baseplate Collection
Made to Mast
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.
Expert Advice
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: 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.
Baseplate Fundamentals
What's the difference between a baseplate and a deck plate?
There is no difference - they are two names for the same part. We use the term baseplate for simplicity.
What are the main pin systems available for baseplates?
There are two main systems:
- U-Pin: The most commonly adopted standard, featuring ergonomic push-button or trigger mechanisms
- US-Push Pin (US-Cup): Widely used in America, requiring simultaneous pressing of two pins to disconnect
What are the advantages and disadvantages of each pin system?
- U-Pin advantages: More ergonomic operation, easier to connect/disconnect
- US-Push Pin advantages: Very robust system
- US-Push Pin disadvantages: Less ergonomic, more play between baseplate and extension
There is no difference - they are two names for the same part. We use the term baseplate for simplicity.
There are two main systems:
- U-Pin: The most commonly adopted standard, featuring ergonomic push-button or trigger mechanisms
- US-Push Pin (US-Cup): Widely used in America, requiring simultaneous pressing of two pins to disconnect
- U-Pin advantages: More ergonomic operation, easier to connect/disconnect
- US-Push Pin advantages: Very robust system
- US-Push Pin disadvantages: Less ergonomic, more play between baseplate and extension
