JeffG wrote:I started windsurfing a few years ago and got to the point that I could do water starts and sail hooked into my harness. I was working on getting in the straps but hadn't even had the start of a jibe down. It has been a few years since I've been on a board and would like to get back into Windsurfing. I've forgotten most of what I learned about gear. What should I look for in a board? I don't think I need one with a dagger board but would like something that has some substantial volume. What volume do you think I should look for? As for sails I thought I would look for a 5.5, 6.5 and 7.5 for starters. I can't remember what size mast and booms I would need with these sails. I guess my best bet would to look for a complete setup that already fits. Any advice would be appreciated.
JeffG wrote:I was in the Gorge last week and tried to find a used board but no luck. Went to Windance, Big Winds, 2nd Wind and Storm Warning. No one had a boad like I need unless I wanted to spend at least $750 on one. It's easy to find a cheap small board but seems like the size board I am looking for is next to impossible to find at a reasonable price. Why are boards in the 130 - 160 L range so hard to find?
Rented some gear from Windance and sailed at the Events site for three days. The 135 L Bic Techno I rented worked well for me. Hopefully I can find a similar board someday. Maybe kite boarding equipment is easier to find and cheaper, hmmm.....
JeffG wrote:Thanks for the info Craig. I might have to suck it up and shell out $700 for a good board. Probably be worth it in the long run anyway.
JeffG wrote: Maybe kite boarding equipment is easier to find and cheaper, hmmm.....
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