JP Freestyle S-TEC 2026

The JP Freestyle S-TEC 2026 is the new generation of JP freestyle boards, developed together with team riders Yentel Caers and Sam Esteve . It is designed to offer racing performance at the highest level : short, reactive and radical shapes that allow for very fast rotations, Explosive pop and full control in modern power moves. [oai_citation:1‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

S-TEC technology has taken the freestyle range “to a new level”: Compared to previous models, these tables are up to 300–400 g lighter , but with the same robustness. More lightness means boards that glide faster and fly faster. high in jumps and rotate with less effort, making doubles and triples more accessible power-moves. [oai_citation:2‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

Key points

• Freestyle contest board developed for PWA / FPT.
• Extreme pop and spin speed for double and triple power moves.
• Short and compact shape to reduce swing weight and increase responsiveness.
• Early planing thanks to the very flat scoop-rocker line.
• Deck with a lightweight dome for stability in both normal and switch stances. [oai_citation:3‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)
• Bottom with defined V and soft rails for smoothness and forgiveness in slides.
• Foil-ready : Reinforced foil-approved Powerbox.
• Perfect for both “new school” freestyle and fun sessions in any spot.

S-TEC Construction

Weight reduction is achieved with a series of technical measures:

• No paintwork – super technical “naked” look and grams saved.
• Anti-slip areas only in room areas.
• Smaller, thinner pads – less EVA and less glue.
• A refined lamination process , with individually prepared and laminated fibers. [oai_citation:4‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

Traditional Innegra is replaced by higher quality S-Glass , reinforced by:

• High density PVC on deck and hull.
• Biax Carbon reinforcements in the stance area.
• Double carbon bands in the footstraps area.
• UD Carbon X-wrapping to increase torsional stiffness.
• Fully wrapped S-Glass rails (deck and bottom overlap creating a parabolic “stringer”).
• Central UD Carbon stringer on deck and bottom + V-shaped stringer on the bottom.
• Innegra nose reinforcement to protect against impacts. [oai_citation:5‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

Shape & behavior in water

Shaper Werner Gnigler reduced the length of the boards to decrease swing-weight and increase pop speed: sliding-moves and air-spins become faster and more controllable. Despite this, the JP Freestyle they stay a little longer than many competitors , which ensures more accessible and all-round behavior in all conditions. [oai_citation:6‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

• Scoop-rocker flat line → early planing and great speed when entering the move.
• Deck dome designed to provide support in normal and switch stance, essential for modern tricks.
• Tail with ideal compromise between width and thickness: enough volume for pop but “sinkable” when you need extra power.
• Bottom with defined V towards the bow and soft rails → fluid ride and very forgiving on slides; flatter V towards the stern and more pronounced rails for grip, immediate power transmission, and a loose feel. [oai_citation:7‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

Freestyle & Foil

All sizes are equipped with the reinforced Foil-Powerbox JP : the board becomes like this a perfect toy also for freestyle foiling or flying in the wind light while the others wait on the shore. The compactness of the boards offers sufficient stability to both learn and push foil maneuvers extremes in FPT Foilstyle style. [oai_citation:8‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Who is the JP Freestyle S-TEC suitable for?

It is designed for intermediate-advanced and pro riders who want to push their own power-moves to the maximum. Thanks to the early planing and the deck stability remains manageable even for those who are starting with sliding tricks and switch maneuvers.

What advantages does it have over the previous generation?

The new S-TEC construction makes the board 300–400 g lighter , with rigidity and robustness comparable to the old Innegra models. Result: More explosive pop, easier rotations, overall feel more lively underfoot. [oai_citation:9‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

Is this a board just for “pros” or is it also good for freestyle fun?

Even if the DNA is contest, the bottom forgiving and the soft rails make JP Freestyle surprisingly easy and fun for anyone He simply wants to play with modern maneuvers in any spot.

Can I use it with foil?

Yes. The board is equipped with a reinforced and foil-approved Foil-Powerbox . Just mount a freeride/freestyle foil to fly in light winds and greatly expand the range of use of your “little” board. [oai_citation:10‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)

What kind of feeling does it have underfoot?

Very light, lively and reactive , but at the same time stable in switch and in the “critical” moments of the move thanks to the deck dome and to the width in the stance area.

JP Freestyle S-TEC 2026 Technical Data Sheet

Characteristic	Detail
Construction	S-TEC: S-Glass Technology, high density PVC on deck and bottom, Biax Carbon and UD Carbon reinforcements.
Rails	Fully wraparound parabolic S-Glass construction, with deck/bottom overlap to create a lateral stringer.
Stringer	UD Carbon center on deck and bottom + UD Carbon V-stringer on the bottom for longitudinal stiffness. [oai_citation:11‡JPWS_03_Freestyle_D_2026.docx](sediment://file_000000008ccc71f590af554db5267ab8)
Bottom shape	V defined by the mast foot area towards the bow; flatter V and more pronounced rails towards the stern for grip and immediate response.
Deck	Moderate dome for stability in normal and switch stance.
Fin box	Foil-Powerbox JP reinforced, foil-approved. G10 freestyle fin included.
Footstraps	Double rows of plugs for maximum adjustment, strap position scale and mast foot position scale.
Volumes / measures	Multiple volumes available to cover light, medium, and heavy riders. See product variations and size chart in the images.
Range of use	Modern freestyle (flat water & chop), PWA/FPT event, light-wind foil freestyle.
Rider level	Intermediate – Advanced – Pro, ideal for those who want to push their tricks to the next level.

Note: For specific volume/length/width data for each measurement Please refer to the official JP table shown in the product images or in the 2026 technical catalogue.