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TURBO STARTER BASIC | Small Board / Adjustable Rail Classic | Economy Starter | 27" x 15" | 3 in 1 Options

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Turbo Starter, Basic Combo 3 in 1 System

 

Small, fast and fun! Our Turbo Starter is the best balance board for so many uses beyond the conventional. Easily travel with this board in a suitcase, take it to the park for a quick warm-up without tiring your legs and keep it at your office for your standing desk or mid day break. Small and compact for adults and just the right size for small riders, kids and growing toddlers.  Our economy Starter model is a perfect board to get anybody started on balance training or as a gift that keeps on giving. 

 

  • Balance Board Combos: Create 3:1
  • Size: 27" x 15"
  • Ride Stance: 16" - 25"
  • Skill Level: All Riders
  • Heights: 4' to 5'4"
  • Balls: (1) 3" Mini
  • Half Balls: (1) 5" Small
  • Add-on: Rail extensions for more ride space
  • Best board for small riders and family fun
  • Great travel board, standing desks and outdoor training
  • Get a quick warm-up without tiring your legs



Ready, Set, Go:

Our fast and light version of the Original board makes for a wild good ride. Fast, responsive and whips you in all directions. Easily control this board without tiring your legs quickly. You will love carving turns with supersonic speed and working on agility. A great starting point for small and medium sized riders and those with small feet.

 

Take It With You:

For all jet setters on the go, pack up this board and head to your favorite location. Easily travels in a bag or suitcase, sets up in seconds and gets you a quick workout. Great for waking up your core control before heading into competition or practice. The perfect addition to your office for a mid day workout or taking it to the gym.

 

Balance On This:

Get Started Here:

Create your own unique combo with this board. Add the Balls and Half Balls that meet your training needs. Features an adjustable rail that can be lengthened in 4" inch sections. A great board choice for those who will grow with their board and want to practice a wide range of stances.

 

3" Mini Balls:

3" Mini Ball is quick, responsive and requires fine tuning of your movements and board control as you lean forward and backward. Perfectly sized with the dimensions of the Turbo Starter to get the best ride with carving turns and movement transitions from foot to foot. If using on an extremely padded surface or deep carpet these balls will be absorbed and limit your ride motion. Use two Balls to create a Double Pivot Board and then progress your skills to one Ball.

 

5" Half Balls:

5" Half Balls allow you to create your own Wobble or Rocker board. Perfect for skill progression with lower body balance and upper body complex moves for greater posture awareness. Fast tilt and very responsive movements develop your reaction skills. Great for movement transitions from hands to feet and full body balance for core training for small riders.

 

Extend Your Rail and Ride Space

Customize Your Balance Board!

All Si Boards Starter Boards come with an adjustable urethane rail. All parts are interchangeable with the same interlocking joint system. Starter Boards come with a smaller rail compared to the Original Boards and give you the option to extend your rail to the maximum ride space. Progress or regress your ride space based on your skills.

 

Can I Use 4" Extensions?

Yes! This extension length gives your 20" of ride space similar to our Turbo Original. If using existing hole configuration your rail will be offset more to the back or front of the board. An offset rail will focus your ride skills to either the back or front of the board. If you want a centered rail you will need to drill a completely new hole pattern. the extra 4" Extensions will max our our ride space. a 6.5" Half Ball and 5" Ball would be the best option under the extended board.

 

Can I use 8" Extensions?

Nope! Sorry but there is not enough room to add 8" Extensions.

 

Elysia's Notes:

I have enjoyed watching kids learn how to balance on the Turbo Starter. The rail size is perfect for small feet compare to the Turbo Original. They confidently learn the board movements and how to engage their muscles. It is fast and a very tight ride area compared to any other board. It is a unique ride to keep the board level to avoid grounding the sides. When I use this board I know I can completely control the motion and multi-task. 

 

Download our Traditional Lifting Training Program and use 3 moves to help activate and coordinate before hitting the weight room

Si Boards Traditional Lifting Training Program

Traditional Lifting Training Program

Balance Board Progression From Beginner To Advanced:

Si Boards are built for ultimate exercise versatility, skill progression and to be your everlasting balance board system. Our Starter Boards are a great introduction to balance training for beginners, training on the go and as a fun family activity. You will create a truly functional exercise program using our Balls and Half Balls.

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Si Boards 6 x 6 Matrix of Versatility for Infinite combos: click here

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Si Boards Progressions for Beginner to Advanced

Basic Combos: From Beginner to Advanced

1. Rocker Board: 2 Half Balls

Place Half Balls flat side up for faster tilt. Using two creates a Rocker Board that tilts in 2 directions - Left and Right for example. The farther the Half Balls are from one another, the more stable the surface. You can place them very close together for more challenge. This is great for holding a position and rocking the board left and right to activate your muscle coordination.

 

2. Wobble Board: 1 Half Ball

Place 1 Half Ball under your board and it will tilt in all directions and allow you to twist the board. Place in the center for an equal weight distribution. Place to the side and you will activate the side directly over the Half Ball. This is great for developing strength on one side if it is weaker or unable to function the same after an injury.

 

3. Single Pivot Board: 1 Half Ball and 1 Ball

Place 1 Half Ball under the left side of the board and 1 Ball under the right side of the board. The left side will tilt front to back and the right side will pivot or slide forward and backward. A great progression to learning how to activate hip rotation on a moving board on one side of your body.

Best set up: 3" Ball and 6.5" Half Ball or 5" Ball and 8.5" Half Ball

 

4. Double Pivot Board: 2 Balls

Use 2 of the same sized ball under your board to activate each side in rotation. Placing the Balls close is more difficult. You will get multi-direction motion without the extreme tilting from left to right feet. A perfect combo for advanced skills like surf pop-up, quadruped, deep squats and adding difficult upper body battle rope exercises while maintaining balance.

 

5. Multi-Direction Board: 1 Ball

The heart of the Si Board is riding on 1 Ball for a multi-direction platform. The freedom to move left/right, front/back, twist, diagonal, clockwise/counterclock and 360 spins all at the same time. This is the most advanced balance board skill to learn fine motor skill and full body awareness.

 

Specialty Combos: for Unpredictable Training

6. Rock and Roll: Small Ball inside of Half Ball x 2

Placing a small Ball inside the Half Ball creates two moving surfaces. The small Ball rolls around inside of the Half Ball. The Half Ball is placed flat side up and creates a rocking or wobble motion. Four moving surfaces that keep you level and don't allow the board to roll to extremes. You feel all surfaces continuously knock into each other abruptly. Perfect for deep stance endurance simulating rough water and windy conditions.

Use these combos:

  1. 3" Mini Ball rolling inside a Vortex 5" Half Ball or 6.5" Half Ball at each end
  2. 5" Small Ball rolling inside a 8.5" Half Ball at each end

 

7. Thrasher: Small Ball inside of Half Ball x 1

Placing a small Ball inside the Half Ball creates two moving surfaces. The small Ball rolls around inside of the Half Ball. The Half Ball is placed flat side up and creates a rocking or wobble motion. Two moving surfaces that give you extreme tilts in all direction with slight board rolling. Perfect for holding your push-up position against an opponent and a narrow squat with very quick foot reactions.

Use these combos:

  1. 3" Mini Ball rolling inside a Vortex 5" Half Ball or 6.5" Half Ball
  2. 5" Small Ball rolling inside a 8.5" Half Ball

 

8. Ball Big Drop: Medium Ball fixed tight inside a large Half Ball

Wedge a Ball inside the Half Ball so that the two parts do not move. You have two different sized balance points and this gets you up high off the ground. You will teeter/hover around and just as the Half Ball gets to the edge you will feel a fast drop to the ground. Reaction to this feels like a sudden drop and being able to control landing on you sport board.

Use these combos:

  1. 5" Small Ball fixed tight inside a 6.5" Half Ball
  2. 6.5" Medium Ball fixed tight inside a 8.5" Half Ball

Extend Your Rail For More Ride Space

How To Change The Rail

Children should always be supervised. Use safety googles and equipment with proper tool use.

Click here to see the Rail Extension Instructions

Remove The Rail:

  • Use a Phillips head screwdriver and remove the bolts
  • Remove the rail from the board
  • Add or remove the 4" or 8" Extension pieces to the rail
  • Make sure the new rail will fit on the board

Marking The New Holes With Paper Template:

  • Use the existing holes when possible
  • Trace a new rail template on paper or newsprint and mark the holes
  • Place a ruler along the holes to make sure they all light up on a straight line
  • Cut the template out
  • Place template on board in desired position
  • Mark the new bolt pattern on the board top using a pen or make a mark with a hammer and nail

Marking the New Holes Using The Rail:

  • Use the existing holes when possible
  • Place the new rail over the existing bolt holes
  • Mark the new bolt pattern on the board top using a pen or make a mark with a hammer and nail
  • Place a ruler along the holes to make sure they all light up on a straight line

Attaching The Rail:

  • Drill a 3/16" hole for the new bolts
  • Place a piece of scrap wood under the board to prevent the hole from splintering when drilling
  • Lightly sand any splinters
  • Insert bolts into board top
  • Place rail on the board bottom and bolts
  • Hand tighten each bolts half way
  • Then tighten each bolt completely until the rail is secure
  • Bolt should be flush with the board top
  • Do not over tighten the bolts or sink too far below board top
  • Check all hardware for security
  • Turn board over and ride like a champion!

    Board Features:

    • Classic board shape with even weight distributions
    • Small board and small rail
    • 27 x 15" x 5/8" 12 ply
    • 68.5 x 38 x 1.58 cm
    • Flat ride surface with elliptical shape
    • Rail is bolted directly under the board
    • Grip coat on entire board surfaces

    Rail Features:

    • Narrow medium rail size
    • 16" x 9.5" x 1"
    • 40.6 x 24 x 2.54 cm
    • Solid urethane to resist wear and friction
    • Can be lengthened by 4" or 8" Extensions

    Ride Stance:

    • 16" x 25"
    • 40.6 - 63.5 cm

    Board Weight:

    • 7 pounds
    • 3.18 kg

    Weight Limit:

    • 220 pounds
    • 100 kg

    Balls:

    Available Sizes: (Bold Sizes Come With This Package)
    • 10" Extra Large Ball diameter, 20.5 lbs / 9.31 kg
    • 8.5" Large Ball diameter, 12.5 pounds / 5.68 kg
    • 6.5" Medium Ball diameter, 5.5 pounds / 2.5 kg
    • 5" Small Ball diameter, 2.5 pounds / 1.13 kg
    • 3" Mini Ball diameter, 0.6 pounds / 0.27 kg
    Construction:
    • Durable urethane resists friction wear, heat, chemical and UV damage
    • No odor or smell
    • Solid 1 piece construction that will not deform or break open
    • Texture grip bumps for hand control
    • Hard density similar to a lacrosse ball
    Unique Function:
    • Superior rebound designed for high bounce exercises
    • 70% rebound from still drop, 200% rebound from a slam
    • Rebound allows you to throw from a distance and it will bounce back to you quickly
    • Designed for repetitive slamming
    • Multi-purpose use to ride, slam, throw and roll on for trigger points

    Half Balls:

    Available Sizes: (Bold Sizes Come With This Package)
    • 8.5" diameter Half Ball, 4.25" height with recessed area for ball
    • 6.5" diameter Half Ball, 3.25" height with recessed area for ball
    • 5" diameter Half Ball, 2.5" height with flat bottom
    • 5" Vortex Half Ball, 2.5" height with recessed area for ball
    • 3" diameter Half Ball, 1.5" height with flat bottom
    Construction:
    • Durable urethane resists friction wear, heat, chemical and UV damage
    • No odor or smell
    • Solid 1 piece construction that will not deform or break apart
    • Texture grip bumps and tacky surface to grip slick floors
    • Will not scratch floors
    • Hard density similar to a lacrosse ball
    Unique Function:
    • Freedom to place along any open surface of your balance board
    • Side placement allows you to target one side and shift your weight distribution
    • Use flat side down for a gentle movement
    • Use flat side up for faster movement tilt
    • Recessed area allows you to place a ball inside to create unpredictable movement combos
    • Works great for tissue release- place your quad over the round side and flex/extend your knee
    • Place on top of the board and use as a hand platform with doing push-ups

        Suggested Skill Level:

        • All levels for small to medium users
        • Small users will feel comfortable on this board
        • Smaller rail space allows kids with small feet to easily control the board

        How It Feels To Balance On:

        Riders 3' to 4':

        • This sized rider will progress to this board as they grow and learn board control
        • Suggested to use 2 Balls of the same size and Half Balls to start

        Riders 4' to 5'4":

        • Natural ride stance that will also challenge strength
        • Plenty of room for full body moves
        • Great advanced large board for this sized rider

        Riders 5'4" to 6':

        • Narrow stance that easily allows longer ride sessions
        • Quickly carve this board around with minimal strength
        • Small board size for upper body moves

        Riders 6' and Taller:

        • Very minimal stance that keeps the board centered under the body
        • Small board that will not allow comfortable lunge and wide squats
        • Full body moves are very difficult

        Suggested Balls and Half Balls:

        3" Mini Ball:

        • Beginner ball that is fast and quick to turn
        • Requires you to keep the board level for turning
        • Keeps you low to the ground to easily stop

        5" Small Ball:

        • Very advanced ball that is smooth and fast under the board
        • Turning is easy with fluid motion
        • Keeps you high for maximum board tilt and turning

        Suggested Half Balls:

        • 5" Small Half Ball for beginner users
        • 5" Vortex Half Ball for beginners or to use with 3" Mini Ball combos
        • 6.5" Medium Half Ball for advanced users

        Who Should Use This?

        • Smaller riders who will eventually progress to larger rails
        • Have plenty of space available to ride- at least 6' x 6'
        • Great board if working with users who need general training

        Not Recommended:

        • 6.5" Medium, 8.5" Large and 10" Super Deluxe Ball
        • 8.5" Half ball
        • 8.5" Half ball is possible with extreme tilt

            Elysia shows you the fast and fun Turbo Starter Balance Board perfect for beginners, families,office standing desks, travel and training on the go

            Check out some fun tutorial videos to learn a few tricks and master your new Si Board. These are great for your balance training and core strength

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