by Leo Chan » Sun Jul 11, 2010 11:27 pm
Jake, at your size, I think your first board should be in the 160 liter range, around 80 cm wide. A 7 - 8 meter sail would work best for the light wind days. At this point, you should go for the light wind cruising. When you are ready for the planning fun, a smaller board combined with the 7 or 8 meter sail would get you going fast. Don't get boards that are older than 2002. I have couple of old sails (smaller) you can have (as in free) if you want to give it a try. I am on the road right now. Will back in August. Let me know if you want to try some smaller gears. For now, look for a medium to big board. Have fun!