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edoremus337
Joined: 27 Aug 2011 Posts: 138
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:08 pm Post subject: Going smaller |
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I currently sail a Starboard Carve 101 for all wind ranges and am looking to get a smaller board for 20+ winds. Not really sure what to be looking for but I want something to progress to more bump and jump/wave sailing. Any thoughts on what size or recommended board? I am a fairly experienced sailor and can waterstart no problem so having a board that I cannot uphaul on is not an issue.
Im looking to buy used to keep the $$ low and am in RI so if you have anything you want to sell that is fairly new and in good condition, let me know!
Edit: I am about 160lbs
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cgoudie1
Joined: 10 Apr 2006 Posts: 2599 Location: Killer Sturgeon Cove
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:28 pm Post subject: Re: Going smaller |
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I go from a 95 ltr board to an 80 ltr board in the Gorge, and from a 115
ltr board to an 80 ltr board in Utah.
I can only infer from this that you next board should be........ 80 ltrs. ;*)
-Craig
edoremus337 wrote: | I currently sail a Starboard Carve 101 for all wind ranges and am looking to get a smaller board for 20+ winds. Not really sure what to be looking for but I want something to progress to more bump and jump/wave sailing. Any thoughts on what size or recommended board? I am a fairly experienced sailor and can waterstart no problem so have a board that you cannot uphaul on is not an issue.
Im looking to buy used to keep the $$ low and am in RI so if you have anything you want to sell that is fairly new and in good condition, let me know!
Edit: I am about 160lbs |
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isobars
Joined: 12 Dec 1999 Posts: 20936
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:54 pm Post subject: |
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I agree ... 80ish sounds good. Check out the used/consignment boards at Windance in the Gorge. They ship nationwide for <$100, and grade their used gear very honestly.
Mike \m/
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U2U2U2
Joined: 06 Jul 2001 Posts: 5467 Location: Shipsterns Bluff, Tasmania. Colorado
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 1:36 pm Post subject: |
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85 L would be about right:
Will be in NH, Maine on the 30th or 31st delivery possible to that area.
2004 Angulo AmiGu 80L, tri fin conversion, can sail single or 3 fin. Lots of fun, wave///freestyle. NOT FSW but better
$350.00 USD
PM if interested
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kmf
Joined: 02 Apr 2001 Posts: 503
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 1:45 pm Post subject: |
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I am 156 lbs, and my two boards are a 94 RRD FSW and a 80 RRD FSW. The 80 litre is perfect for me from 21 to 28 here in the gorge, in really rough terrain and stronger conditions I use a 74 Starboard Kode.
KMF
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swchandler
Joined: 08 Nov 1993 Posts: 10588
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 1:52 pm Post subject: |
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I have to agree with the call for a 80 liter board. At your weight it will handle almost anything, but still give you the needed float to slog in if the wind lightens up. The only real question is what brand and model would be best.
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boardsurfr
Joined: 23 Aug 2001 Posts: 1266
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 2:25 pm Post subject: |
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A board with a volume slightly above your weight in kg would be right, so 80 l is fine. I have a ca. 2005 JP SuperX 82 for sale, $250. There's a movie of me sailing the board in 30-40+ mph winds at http://youtu.be/ntlSSTo-BZk, and a description of the day at http://boardsurfr.blogspot.com/2011/03/speedsurfing-in-hyannis.html
You could try the board in Kalmus this weekend. Looks like we'll get plenty of wind Friday and Saturday. Let me know beforehand, though, the board is not usually in the van since it's a bit small for my 195 lb.
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edoremus337
Joined: 27 Aug 2011 Posts: 138
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 3:34 pm Post subject: |
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PM sent. Will this board be okay for bump and jump? Seems to be a bit more oriented for speed and flat water, my only concern.
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dcharlton
Joined: 24 Apr 2002 Posts: 414
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 3:59 pm Post subject: |
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I had a 104 Syncro I used for everything and then realized I needed to go lower for the high wind days. My buddy sold me the 89ltr F2. Great board and a lot of fun. I've picked up an 86 ltr wave board and don't need it anymore.
I live in North Kingstown Rhode Island. It's yours for 50 bucks if you want to meet me someplace in the area.
DC
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isobars
Joined: 12 Dec 1999 Posts: 20936
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Posted: Mon Jul 15, 2013 4:00 pm Post subject: |
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edoremus337 wrote: | Seems to be a bit more oriented for speed and flat water, my only concern. |
That's JP's emphasis across the board, according to one of their largest dealers.
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