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About Windlover
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I have 26 years experience windsurfing and can answer many questions regarding technique for all levels, equipment rigging, how to go fast, some tricks, and where to sail in your area. I can also provide many links to info regarding travel, gear, and how-to`s. For those looking for older parts or general info regarding older equipment, I can usually help.

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26 years windsurfing throughout many parts of the USA & Canada.

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Questions Answered By Expert  Windlover 
In Category  Surfing & Windsurfing

SubjectDate Asked

Gusty11/17/2008
  Q: Hi Windlover - is there any truth in the theory that winds tend to be more gusty in the afternoon ...
  A: Hey Fritz, There is quite a bit of truth to this theory. It may not be true for all areas but for ...
shortboard11/5/2008
  Q: I sold a newly bought Bic Techno 160 last summer because, used as I was to a traditional longboard ...
  A: Hey Franco, The 9.0 would be a large improvement for power in the lighter winds than the 7.6. You ...
Board and Sail11/4/2008
  Q: I know you must get this question a lot, but I have been windsurfing for a while now and I have a ...
  A: Hey Laura, If you are going for a new or newer style board, you probably want to get a freeride or ...
Windsurfing Board Size10/29/2008
  Q: How do you calculate the weight of a Windsurf Board according to weight, if you don't want to water ...
  A: Hey Anna, What you are looking for is the volume of the board. This determines the amount of ...
Good Board to use10/24/2008
  Q: I weigh about 200lbs, 6ft tall, but very strong and active. I windsurfed using a 360 board for 6 ...
  A: Hey Andy, The Free Formula boards are designed after the Formula boards which are a race oriented ...
testing stanard10/15/2008
  Q: Have you any idea about boom and mast testing standard ? for example, how weight for extented or ...
  A: Hey Andre, I do not know what the testing standards are for booms and masts. I do know that they ...
the different between Wave Boom,Slalom Boom Formula Boom and Race Boom10/14/2008
  Q: Pls advise what is different between Wave Boom,Slalom Boom Formula Boom and Race Boom, thanks in ...
  A: Hey Andre, The main differences between all of these booms is that they are for specific types of ...
Windsurfing participation in the UK10/9/2008
  Q: I am currently researching windsurfing for coursework, and i need to work out thisWith reference to ...
  A: Hey Sophie, I have no help for you on this. I have no idea how many windsurfers there are in these ...
Fanatic Club 37010/7/2008
  Q: I have just acquired a Fanatic Club 370 windsurf board from my brother in law. It all seems ...
  A: Hey Ted, I have yet to find a resource for Fanatic parts. The best advice I can give you is to ...
Mistral Pandera Centerboard10/1/2008
  Q: You still looking for one? Let me know as I might have one to sell. Thanks, mike
  A: Hey Mike, I had gotten a ? from another person asking if I knew where to find a Pandera ...
sails9/30/2008
  Q: I'm interested in buying another sail. I have a Hifly 152 lt. maxx that I use as my only board. ...
  A: Hey Mike, If you are just recreational sailing, you can use just about any type of sail. The only ...
Strong winds9/30/2008
  Q: current level: I'm in the harness and footstraps (beginner position) on a Starboard Start and have ...
  A: Hey Fritz, I wouldn't look at it as an 'impending calamity' but more as a new experience and ...
Fanatic Cobra9/30/2008
  Q: I'm an old Hungarian surfer (62) and I have a little bit younger Fanatic Cobra windsurf. Could you ...
  A: Hey Karoly, If you have the red piece, then there is a fix for it turning. There should be a loop ...
fanatic windsurfer set up9/25/2008
  Q: I am considering buying a used fanatic windsurfer. After reading other questions and answers here, ...
  A: Hey Beth, The swivel joint you talk of is called the mast base. If you are able to connect the mast ...
HiFly Windsurfer9/22/2008
  Q: I currently have a 1996 HiFly X Tech Construction 330 FX brand from HiFly. I am missing two pieces ...
  A: Hey Patrick, It should be no problem finding a new or used mast base, mastfoot, and slider nut. ...
Naish Icon 1309/19/2008
  Q:
  A: Hey Vlad, You did have the 130 in your subject line. You mentioned your experience level but not ...
Naish Icon 1309/19/2008
  Q: It looks great on the beach but I find it really hard to plane. The reviews call it 'early planing ...
  A: Hey Vlad, It could be technique, fin, or just getting used to the board. The testing results for ...
Great to get your feedback on a board9/19/2008
  Q: I presently own a Fanatic Bee 164 L Board. I have been sailing it off of the tip of Cape Cod for ...
  A: Hey Paul, If you are proficient at waterstarting, you could sail a 105/110L board but, at your ...
Tacking and wind direction9/17/2008
  Q: I usually practice windsurfing on a bay which opens on a large lake. Before I ask my question, I ...
  A: Hey Franco, It sounds like you were trying to go upwind too tightly to the wind. This will cause ...
daggerboard and mast track9/17/2008
  Q: i just bought a Fanatic Hot Bat, and i was hoping you'd be able to clear a couple of little things ...
  A: Hey Oli, On the older Fanatic movable mast tracks, a little play in the mast base when it is locked ...
O'Brien Windsurfer9/15/2008
  Q: How do I contact Karen who had parts for an O'Brien windsurfer? I may be able to use some of the ...
  A: Hey Robert, The only thing I can suggest is to contact Katie at AllExperts. She is the only person ...
fit new mast track to old board9/12/2008
  Q: Is it possible to fit a new sliding mast track to an old board (Wayler 3.7m) if so where could I buy ...
  A: Hey Wilf, I may be possible to add a sliding mast track to your board. It will depend upon the type ...
carbon mast9/11/2008
  Q: I need a 460 mast. Is it possible to cut a 490 mast down to 460? and will it still be effective? ...
  A: Hey Wilf, It is possible to cut a 490 to a 460 but it is NOT recommended. It will change the curve ...
Formula 1629/6/2008
  Q: I have been using a Hifly Maxx 152 Lt. for years. Usually with a 6.2 Mt. sail. I fell that I have ...
  A: Hey Mike, Sounds like you are ready for an upgrade. You are right about the Starboard cutting ...
Mistral windsurfer and a new mast9/6/2008
  Q: I actually have two boards and several sails but only one usable mast. I'd like to buy another mast ...
  A: Hey Eliz, Great to hear that you want to help others get on the water. It also gives you someone to ...
Mistral Pandera 1988 or 19899/6/2008
  Q: Bought a used Mistral Pandera, it is missing the dagger board. Any help you can lend would be ...
  A: Hey Mark, I just received a ? from a guy saying that he has a Pandera daggerboard. Not sure how ...
What's the problem, board or sail?9/3/2008
  Q: I have been windsurfing for a year. I use a Tiga X game 165 board with a bic cruiser 6.5 sail. I am ...
  A: Hey LT, There could be a number of factors affecting your planing. First, I would think that you ...
sails9/1/2008
  Q: I'm putting together my first gear set and found a bargain offer for a used freestyle sail, NP ...
  A: Hey Allan, The NP Expression will work just fine as a freeriding sail. It is a very versatile sail ...
Rotational sail8/28/2008
  Q: I have just bought a a 7.6 Mistral RAF sail ( 2nd hand),on consignment at a dealer. It is probably ...
  A: Hey Franco, I'll reply to each of your responses. 1. Some sails need more downhaul than you think ...
Rotational sail8/28/2008
  Q: I have just bought a a 7.6 Mistral RAF sail ( 2nd hand),on consignment at a dealer. It is probably ...
  A: Hey Franco, There are at least two specific reasons for your sail not rotating. The first would ...
slalom board8/27/2008
  Q: I am 5.8ft and around 150 pounds. I surf in the Med with a freeride board 134 lt in wind speeds ...
  A: Hey Filidonas, If you are proficient with your waterstarts and can make 40% or more of your jibes, ...
Missing Mast Bases on Mistral and Hifly Boards7/29/2008
  Q: Want to resume windsurfing after a 15 year hiatus and recently brought out some circa 90's ...
  A: Hey Kim, I'm not sure how to help you with the Hifly. The mast/board connection you describe is ...
missing part7/28/2008
  Q: I have an old alpha 160 f windsurfboard from HobieCat made in Austria No 45581400 1A 15'Rec by ...
  A: Hey Max, The big question is what type of mast track is on your board? If it is a standard type ...
Windsurfer brand mast clip size/type7/27/2008
  Q: I recently acquired an old mid 80s windsurfer brand windsurfer. It is complete except for the hinge ...
  A: Hey Mike, I must say that you got lucky with the type of mast/board connection. A couple of years ...
shortboard vs longboards7/26/2008
  Q: I have started windsurfing in the 80's on an old technology longboard, with a removable ...
  A: Hey Franco, The great thing about the new technology of wider widths and shorter lengths is that ...
shortboard vs longboards7/26/2008
  Q: I have started windsurfing in the 80's on an old technology longboard, with a removable ...
  A: Hey Franco, With the 175 you would grow into the boards capabilities and I feel that in the long ...
fantic 340b mast mount7/24/2008
  Q: i have an older fantic 340b windsurfer I have lost the mast to board mount. Do you know where I ...
  A: Hey Ken, I've not found a resource for older Fanatic parts. I'm still searching so if you happen to ...
New Board7/24/2008
  Q: Windlover, Thank you for your previous reply. You forgot to answer my second question. I am ...
  A: Hey Sawas, I did answer your question via the ? you sent with your ht/wt stats. In addition to ...
Old Vinta Windsurf with bum U-Joint...7/24/2008
  Q: Hey! I got a free 80's Vinta sail and board this summer. I've learned a lot this year- but in the ...
  A: Hey Jake, Looking at your pics it seems like you will be able to use an aftermarket u-joint. A ...
Second board7/23/2008
  Q: Windlover, This was my second summer windsurfing and I am completely addicted to the sport. Where ...
  A: Hey Sawas, If you are getting on a plane and maintaining good control, then you are ready to move ...
Old Vinta Windsurf with bum U-Joint...7/22/2008
  Q: Hey! I got a free 80's Vinta sail and board this summer. I've learned a lot this year- but in the ...
  A: Hey Jake, If it is just the rubber hourglass part that is broken on your set up, then yes, it ...
windsurfing board parts7/21/2008
  Q: I have a very old O'Brien windsurfer board with a broken fin. Board and sail in good shape---would ...
  A: Hey Linda, If your O'Brien has a standard fin box, then replacing the fin should be no problem. ...
board volume and surfer's weight7/18/2008
  Q: I am about to buy a new board and , as a quasi-beginner with some basic experience on long boards , ...
  A: Hey Franco, The Rio seems like it would suit your needs and desires quite well. The tail is wider ...
Seatrend7/16/2008
  Q: I am thinking about breaking into this sport, and have a lot of experience sailing and surfing. I ...
  A: Hey Templeton, Sounds like you hit a little gold mine for decent older gear. The Mistral will ...
Seatrend7/16/2008
  Q: I am thinking about breaking into this sport, and have a lot of experience sailing and surfing. I ...
  A: Hey Templeton, Surfing helps with your balance on a board and sailing gives you a lot of knowledge ...
shortboard vs longboards7/14/2008
  Q: I have started windsurfing in the 80's on an old technology longboard, with a removable ...
  A: Hey Franco, The Nova line is designed as a beginner board. Thus the wider shape than other boards. ...
Older, out of shape surfer7/13/2008
  Q: I dabbled in wind surfing for about 5 years. I bought an old, huge 210 Bic board that was so tippy ...
  A: Hey Harry, Great to hear that you want to continue windsurfing. The new boards are wider and much ...
rigging7/13/2008
  Q: Some friends gave us an o'brien sailboard. The problem is that we do not know how to get ...
  A: Hey Nat, Congrats on getting to try windsurfing. Be careful as it can be very addicting, but the ...
shortboard vs longboards7/11/2008
  Q: I have started windsurfing in the 80's on an old technology longboard, with a removable ...
  A: Hey Franco, You definitely should go with a newer technology board. In the long run it will serve ...
mast extensions7/10/2008
  Q: I'm borrowing an 18' extension from my friend and the base I have doesn't seem to fit. Its a ...
  A: Hey Colin, This is a fairly common problem when you try using an older extension with a newer base. ...
Allgaier sail board parts7/9/2008
  Q: I have an old allgaier system 62 magnum board. I'm looking for a new mast connection and skag. Are ...
  A: Hey Mark, I'm not sure I've heard of that particular board but here are a couple of things to look ...
Bic flexible mount7/9/2008
  Q: I am looking for a mount for a Bic 13 ft windsurfer. Any leads appreciated ANSWER: Hey Mike, It ...
  A: Hey Mike, Does your board look like this?; ...
Bic flexible mount7/9/2008
  Q: I am looking for a mount for a Bic 13 ft windsurfer. Any leads appreciated
  A: Hey Mike, It sounds like you need a mast base for an older model Bic. The only advice I can give is ...
Windsurf attach mast7/8/2008
  Q: How do I attach the mast to the board? The mast keeps sliding off the mast extension! Thanks! Albert ...
  A: Hey Albert, I'll try to help you with the limited amount of information you've given. For ...
borad for gusty wind7/8/2008
  Q: I'm an intermediate surfer(160lbs, 180 cm) who wants to progress all the technique with a ...
  A: Hey Marco, You probably want to look at a freeride board somewhere in the range of 115-130ltrs. ...
tendon for old TenCate mast base7/7/2008
  Q: I have an old TenCate board with two rigs, all in very good condition, except for the mast base, ...
  A: Hey Peter, I'm not sure that your tendon can be replaced. I have no idea where you would find just ...
New Board7/7/2008
  Q: my JP Funster 160L with 6.7 Severne Powerdrive sail has a tendancy to point into the wind have tried ...
  A: Hey Brian, It could be your harness lines. Try moving them back to see if that helps. Your lines ...
I'm trying to get parts for my windsurfer - Where to look?7/4/2008
  Q: I have a Fanatic Club windsurfer and when we moved 5 years ago, somehow we forgot the mast. I can ...
  A: Hey Matt, It sounds like you need a mast foot that is an exclusive part for Fanatic. If so, it ...
head-cap repair7/3/2008
  Q: I'm new to windsurfing and don't care to spend a lot of money. I'm using an old Fanatic 100 board, ...
  A: Hey Brent, A sailboat shop that does sail repair may be able to fix that head cap for you. Possibly ...
right size for me7/3/2008
  Q: I have been riding a 12' long 20 year old Windsurfer for 15 years but my skills are rudimentary at ...
  A: Hey Tom, If you are going for a newer style board, you would probably be able to get by with ...
Sail to wind ratio7/3/2008
  Q: My name is Moshe, i live in Israel, we have great winds here in Galili lake 18-30mph. I'm beginner+ ...
  A: Hey Moshe, Wind-mph Sail size 14 9.5 16 8.5 18 7.5 21 ...
buying first used sails7/3/2008
  Q: i'm a beginner, approaching intermediate skill level. I've been looking for used equipment on ...
  A: Hey John, Different sail sizes will not feel that different and if you get similar sails (ie; ...
bic2737/1/2008
  Q: Val 125 what will be max weight on this board ? my kids tall but 245lbs.
  A: Hey MB, There really isn't a max weight of person to board volume. The weight of a person on a ...
harness position6/30/2008
  Q: How long should the harness lines be? I always feel like i am about to catapult
  A: Hey Scott, Length is somewhat of a preferance but here is a rule of thumb to get you close to ...
First board and volume6/29/2008
  Q: ) I'm thinking of purchasing a my first short board - a JP X-Cite. I'm currently working with the ...
  A: Hey Li, The 120 will be more suitable if you are still having to uphaul. It may still create a ...
RE: Bic 1970's style6/25/2008
  Q: so i've maxed out the follow up questions? ha well I was browsing on the site and reading other ...
  A: Hey Colin, I'm guessing that you have this; ...
Mistral Superlight plugs6/21/2008
  Q: I have now aquired an older Mistral Superlight (made in Switzerland,I am told it was produced ...
  A: Hey Mike, The two holes in the middle of the board are for the mast and the mast retention plug. In ...
Mistral pieces6/20/2008
  Q: Do you know how I can obtain the black plastic inserts that press through the top deck under the ...
  A: Hey John, Mistral Prodigy parts should be still available as they are not that old of a board. Try ...
RE: Bic 1970's style6/17/2008
  Q: so i've maxed out the follow up questions? ha well I was browsing on the site and reading other ...
  A: Hey Colin, Congrats on the new gear. Sounds like you are making out getting the little extras you ...
Mistral Superlight broken base attachment6/16/2008
  Q: I'm an 80's windsurfer who bought a Mistral Superlight in really good shape to "get back into it" ...
  A: Hey Jon, Great to hear you are getting back into sailing. I've never stopped but bought an Equipe a ...
Leaving a bic 1970's -----cont'd6/7/2008
  Q: I was looking at this setup off of ebay.... how about it? ...
  A: Hey Colin, There is so much out there to choose from that I will keep this fairly generic. If you ...
Beginner windsurfer using 20yr old board6/7/2008
  Q: Last season (2007) I took lessons and rented boards couple of times. This year I bought this ...
  A: Hey Vini, An old board like that will still work the same as the one you took lessons on. It may ...
freeride slalom6/6/2008
  Q: Windlover, I think I'm just entering the intermediate stage; I can do beach starts, clew first ...
  A: Hey Erik, I feel that this or similar board would be something that you would grow into and still ...
Leaving a bic 1970's -----cont'd6/5/2008
  Q: I was looking at this setup off of ebay.... how about it? ...
  A: Hey Colin, That looks like a really nice rig. Board seems to be in excellent condition. It is ...
Leaving a bic 1970's6/5/2008
  Q: It must be the most ugly thing i've seen in our cabin but I learned on it. It was an old 70's style ...
  A: Hey Colin, It's definitely time to upgrade to a newer board & rig. Keep shopping around as gear is ...
Rigging6/5/2008
  Q: Have you ever heard of a "Second to None" sailboard? If so, would rigging a board as old as this one ...
  A: Hey Joe, I've never heard of that brand of board. If it is as old as you make it sound, the main ...
board and sail size6/4/2008
  Q: hey im looking to buy and windsurfing board and sail but i dont know what size to get ive hada ...
  A: Hey Eoz, This is tough question to answer specifically. There are various factors to consider when ...
First windsurf board6/3/2008
  Q: Ok, so I've taken the beginner windsurf lesson and been renting equipment at my local lake. I can ...
  A: Hey John, Congrats on learning to windsurf. Sounds like you're hooked so welcome to a great sport. ...
Equipment choice5/29/2008
  Q: I am getting back into windsurfing after 20 yrs and am trying to buy a board that will suit me AND ...
  A: Hey Rob, Great to hear that you are getting back on a board. Also great to hear that your sons want ...
dinged windsurfer5/27/2008
  Q: My Mistral Prodigy was blown off of my car as I loaded it yesterday. The left rear corner was ...
  A: Hey Larry, Unfortunately, these things happen. Fortunately, they are fixable. Go online or to your ...
windsurfsail5/22/2008
  Q: i started windsurfing 2 years ago in greece using very old sails and board from my friends. now i'm ...
  A: Hey Bruni, Great to hear that you will be able to continue windsurfing. The Mistral Screamer has ...
what board to buy?5/21/2008
  Q: I am a seasoned windsurfer with almost 20 years in the sport. I have sailed a BIC Electric Rock ...
  A: Hey Jack, Great to hear that someone else is still enjoying older gear. My favorite board is a '91 ...
High Wind Issues5/15/2008
  Q: I windsurf on Midwest lakes mostly with mild to moderate wind. I seem to do well on my Kona One in ...
  A: Hey Anthony, Sailing upwind does take some technique and practice. First thing to check is that you ...
damaged fin,5/14/2008
  Q: that bic 283 is working a dream, i think today was actually the best day of my life, just spent the ...
  A: Hey Aaron, Great to hear that the new board is working well for you. As for the damaged fin, you ...
planing4/29/2008
  Q: I use a 120 liter x cite ride with a 30cm freeride fin. My most used sail is a 6.5. I sail mostly in ...
  A: Hey Chris, Take a closer look at those pictures and observe the body position along with arms and ...
regular surfing4/23/2008
  Q: Do you know why surfing was invented, who invented it, and when it was invented? Can you tell me ...
  A: Hey Jessika, It originally came about as a form of transportation for early day tribes in island ...
Waterproof plug4/19/2008
  Q: sorry have another question, just finished putting the straps on and im pretty happy with them, but ...
  A: Hey Aaron, The fin screw should have a rubber washer that goes between the metal washer and the ...
Footstraps again I'm afraid4/19/2008
  Q: just put the footstraps on the board this evening and so a couple of questions have arisen with that ...
  A: Hey Aaron, Your toes should stick out about 2-3". The strap should be against but not over your ...
wind knots4/19/2008
  Q: I have a 95 litre board a 5.5 sail how much wind would i need to sail here we get at leat 8-10 knots ...
  A: Hey Vladimir, Depending upon your size and sailing ability, you probably need more wind for that ...
Footstraps again I'm afraid4/18/2008
  Q: just put the footstraps on the board this evening and so a couple of questions have arisen with that ...
  A: Hey Aaron, No problem answering your questions. Better to ask and get some knowledge than stay ...
Naish Icon4/18/2008
  Q: Hey Windlover, Do you know anything about the Naish Icon 2007? I can't find much other than that it ...
  A: Hey Erik, All of these boards receive high marks from the testers. I personally feel that the Naish ...
Another question on footstraps4/17/2008
  Q: I bought the Bic classic 283, and it just arrived! so hopefully I'll get to try it this weekend. I ...
  A: Hey Aaron, Congrats on the new board. It should serve you well for a long time. You have the ...
using windsurf sail and mast for a kayak project4/9/2008
  Q: I am designing an add on sea kayak trimaran/sailing rig and I am considering using a windsurfer mast ...
  A: Hey Doug, I'm sure that you can make a windsurfing mast and sail work on your kayak. In the latest ...
equipe mast track3/5/2008
  Q: I talked with Ocean Air about a problem with mast-track and base on my newly aquired but old ...
  A: Hey Mike, If the mast track doesn't look the same, then it may or may not fit. Hard to say until ...
bic veloce3282/12/2008
  Q: I have just bought a bic veloce328 with 4,4 5,5 6,6 sail, clamp on boom and 2part carbon mast all of ...
  A: Hey Sam, That board should work great for you to get you through the beginner stages and into ...
Windsurfing Footstraps1/21/2008
  Q: I own two boards a Bic Techno2 and a older Mistral XLE neither of which have a rear/centre footstrap ...
  A: Hey Graham, I very sorry for the delay in responding to your question. I've been having some ...
attatching the Uphaul1/7/2008
  Q: this looks like a great site for novices like myself, i have done the beginners course and loved it ...
  A: Hey Emma, Welcome to the greatest sport on the planet. You are now hooked and your sporting life ...
my equipment12/5/2007
  Q: I started practicing windsurfing about 4 months ago. I am 5'8" and 170lbs I just bought a fanatic ...
  A: Hey Gabriel, Your 6.4 should get you on a plane in about 16-18knots. Some limiting factors could be ...
difference between windsurfing and surfing11/27/2007
  Q: I am 10 years old and I am doing a project on windsurfing for school. Please could you give me as ...
  A: Hey Mitchell, I'm not a surfer but I have tried it a few times and know a little about it. Surfing ...
Waterstarts11/21/2007
  Q: I have been reading with interest some of your other posts. I have seen a reference somewhere ...
  A: Hey Roland, There are some great instructional videos out there. Jibing with Alan Cadiz is a real ...
JP X CITE RIDE11/15/2007
  Q: Hey Windlover, I weigh about 82kg and have decent sailing experience. I can water start and ...
  A: Hey Christopher, You should have no problem with a 120 if you can waterstart. You would still be ...
Overweight11/3/2007
  Q: I am over 250 pounds but am strong. Have good stamina in swimming lond distances. Can I opt to learn ...
  A: Hey Siram, There are plenty of folks your size and larger that windsurf. Any beginner type board ...
Volume?11/2/2007
  Q: I wanna surf from 11 to 25 knots, and I know the basics of surfing, coming from a very big board. I ...
  A: Hey Jeroen, You would probably need about a 26-30cm fin for a 5.2 depending on the type of fin. A ...
Volume?10/31/2007
  Q: I wanna surf from 11 to 25 knots, and I know the basics of surfing, coming from a very big board. I ...
  A: Hey Jeroen, Your current board will serve you well in a wide wind range. If you feel you want a ...
Volume?10/31/2007
  Q: I wanna surf from 11 to 25 knots, and I know the basics of surfing, coming from a very big board. I ...
  A: Hey Jeroen, #3 would be my choice of quiver for your board and conditions you mention. Larger sails ...
Windsurf10/16/2007
  Q: Where can you find a list of all windsurfs ever made? Or where can you find articles on older board ...
  A: Hey Gene, I'm not sure where you might find a list off all the windsurfers made. I'm sure it would ...
Want to start doing some tricks and jumps9/29/2007
  Q: I have an old, heavy board which I've mastered. I've maximized the board's potential and need to ...
  A: Hey Scott, You would probably want to look for a freeride board. They are designed to be user ...
jibing9/14/2007
  Q: Where are the best places to go to learn/practice jibing? ANSWER: Hey Hanalei, Anywhere that there ...
  A: Hey Hanalei, My first recommendation would be Margarita in the Virgin Islands. Flat water, good ...
jibing9/13/2007
  Q: Where are the best places to go to learn/practice jibing? ANSWER: Hey Hanalei, Anywhere that there ...
  A: Hey Hanalei, Not sure how to answer your question. I don't know where you are or what sailing areas ...
jibing9/12/2007
  Q: Where are the best places to go to learn/practice jibing?
  A: Hey Hanalei, Anywhere that there is enough wind to have you planning comfortably will work. ...
tip of board sinking9/12/2007
  Q: I am a 200 lbs beginner windsurfer. I'm using a Bic Nova 170. I've noticed that tip of my board ...
  A: Hey Vicnete, You have pretty much answered your own question. The boad is a bit low on volume for a ...
windsurf board repair9/4/2007
  Q: I have a Mistral Stinger CGI and I did a jump and came down on the water a little hard and felt ...
  A: Hey Carole, First, you need to prop the board up in such a way that any water that got into the ...
Mistral Competition board (12 foot board)9/4/2007
  Q: Please help. Of course, I need a part. I have a mast base extension, connected to the chinook? hour ...
  A: Hey Marty, I have a question that will help you to get the part you need. Does your metal male end ...
planing9/3/2007
  Q: thangs a lot
  A: Hey Aron, The largest sail recommended for the 120 is an 8.5. With your weight, this much sail on ...
one design u-joint9/1/2007
  Q: I was hoping you could tell me where I could buy a one design universal joint or what other joints ...
  A: Hey Ben, Here is where you can find most older Mistral parts. The piece(s) you will need are in the ...
windsurfer for big bloke beginner!8/30/2007
  Q: I spent a bit of time in my distant youth windsurfing but that was nearly 20 years ago now andmost ...
  A: Hey Bob, Welcome back to windsurfing. With the newer rigs being much wider without the length, they ...
old Mistral8/28/2007
  Q: Hey Windlover, Thanks for taking the time to answer all these inquiries. I have an old Mistral ...
  A: Hey Ed, No problem answering all your inquiries. It's why I signed up here. To teach your kids on ...
Bic Sailboard Parts8/27/2007
  Q: I've read a couple answers you provided. Are you saying that Bic doesn't distribute repair parts ...
  A: Hey Roland, I'm still looking for some places that have the old Bic parts available. So far all ...
Windsurfing/Gorge Trip8/26/2007
  Q: I currently sail on lake medota in madison. I am part of Hoofers sailing club and I use their ...
  A: Hey Lucas, It's always great to have your own board. It enables you to sail whenever you have the ...
Bic windsurfers8/25/2007
  Q: I've inherited a couple old windsurfers - both Bic - and have heard one of them is great to learn ...
  A: Hey Scooter, Not sure what the name of the boards with straps were. Dufor Wing was the original ...
Outhaul8/22/2007
  Q: I'm a fairly experienced Dinghy sailer, but have recently fallen in love with Windsurfing. I've ...
  A: Hey Rich, First, welcome to windsurfing. Most newer sails without cambers tend to want to be ...
Broken joint and board repair.8/18/2007
  Q: I just bought a Bic windsurfer that is approximately 30 yrs. old and it is missing the rubber ...
  A: Hey Brian, Here are some links for parts and repair stuff to get you back on the water; For the ...
harness lines8/11/2007
  Q: hey windlover just picked up my harness today, i was wondering if it is just a matter of preference ...
  A: Hey Aaron, There is some preference in regards to how far apart to place the lines but the location ...
buying a larger sail8/9/2007
  Q: im 19 and after trying windsurfing for my last two summer holidays i have fallen in love with the ...
  A: Hey Aaron, Downhaul is the rope at the bottom of the mast that connects to the bottom of the sail. ...
Mast base8/8/2007
  Q: If it is the mast base that snapped off, would I order the Windance Chinook Tendon w/ Caps and ...
  A: Hey Kati, If it is the mast base (the part going into the mast) that is broken, then you will need ...
buying a larger sail8/8/2007
  Q: im 19 and after trying windsurfing for my last two summer holidays i have fallen in love with the ...
  A: Hey Aaron, Yes, the insert you put into the mast is called a 'mast base'. They come in a variety of ...
Old Bic Part Needed8/7/2007
  Q: I have been using an old Bic windsurfer that I got through a friend on the lake my cottage is on for ...
  A: Hey Kati, If you have broken the bottom part that goes into the board, I'm afraid that you may have ...
Windsurfing board size v. body weight8/7/2007
  Q: I have an old (don't laugh) mid-1980s Sailboard 335. I weigh 200 lbs. I can uphaul on this board and ...
  A: Hey Tris, I never laugh at someone doing whatever is necessary to windsurf. I'm still sailing early ...
HiFly mast base8/7/2007
  Q: My friend has an old HiFly sailboard. Here is the part that he is hooking for: ...
  A: Hey Ray, I really doubt that you will find the exact replacement parts for that old of a system. It ...
buying a larger sail8/5/2007
  Q: im 19 and after trying windsurfing for my last two summer holidays i have fallen in love with the ...
  A: Hey Aaron, It's great to hear that we have another sailor hooked on windsurfing. It sounds like you ...
mast pin8/3/2007
  Q: my son was given an old hobie alpha 180 but it is missing the clip that holds the mast base to the ...
  A: I'm not sure what that pin would look like for the old Hobie Alpha boards. It could very well be a ...
Rigging7/12/2007
  Q: How's it Going! I've got a question about rigging. I just bought a new rig. A 6.0m Cruiser Bic ...
  A: Hey Chris, Sounds like you are trying all the right possibilities. I would say more downhaul but ...
Fanatic Viper mast foot6/27/2007
  Q: want to try myself in windsurfing... Got for free some staff - Fanatic Light Viper board for ...
  A: Sorry about the delay in replying. I'm not sure where to find Fanatic parts. If it is just the ...
beginner rigging question6/26/2007
  Q: I have been windsurfing on a 17 year old bic board and sail for about 17 years. I recently ...
  A: It sounds like you are not getting enough downhaul on the sail. Most newer sails require way more ...
Mistral Windsurfer Mastfoot6/24/2007
  Q: I've never windsurfed, but it looks like fun. I acquired an older Mistral windsurfer, but I believe ...
  A: Hey Randy, Welcome to windsurfing and the fun of finding parts for the older rigs. Being an old ...
Sailing Downwind6/12/2007
  Q: I have been sailing for about 2 months now, on a Bic Techno 2 board (160litre, 265cm), using either ...
  A: Hey Mauro, Welcome to the wonderful world of windsurfing. It sounds like you are hooked. There are ...
i really want to windsurf!6/7/2007
  Q: My names Amelia and i live on a lake in Missouri. My dad sails his boats a lot but we know nothing ...
  A: I haven't been able to find much info on windsurfing in Missouri. There are a few shops that offer ...
Broken UV joint (i think)5/28/2007
  Q: I have a huge interest in windsurfing, and can't wait to get started. I bought a used Kerma ...
  A: Hey Scott, The part you posted may work. It sounds like you only need the rubber hourglass part. ...
windsurfing mast5/18/2007
  Q: I bought a used windsurfer. Rigging it up...the mast appears to be to short for the two sails that ...
  A: Sounds like you need a mast extention. The question is, what type will work for you? If the board ...
custom graphics on windsurfing board5/1/2007
  Q: Hey, I was wondering about the best way of getting custom graphics onto my board. I have an F2 ...
  A: Hey Tom, The first thing to check on would be the compatability of the graphics to epoxy resins. ...
Parts for Sailboards4/29/2007
  Q: Do you know where I can find parts for the HiFly 12' board (which came as a set with5'6 sail) The ...
  A: Hey Cheryl, The best advice I can give is to put in the brand and model of each sailboard into a ...
windsurfing sail4/15/2007
  Q: I have a mistral Equipe,I have a gaastra 8.4 racefoil for 5-18 mph. what would be a good sail for ...
  A: I would suggest checking out the newer freeride/freeslalom type sails. They have no cambers and huge ...
newbie4/12/2007
  Q: I was raised in Lake Havasu - so I have water sports in my blood...just got a super chance to buy a ...
  A: Hey Apryl, If you are still in Lake Havasu area, I'm not sure where to send you. I've checked my ...
help4/9/2007
  Q: I want to buy a windsurfing but i dont know what size i need to get? i am 21 years old and i weight ...
  A: Hey Victor, Sorry about the delay in responding. I just got back home from France. You are ...
help4/8/2007
  Q: I want to buy a windsurfing but i dont know what size i need to get? i am 21 years old and i weight ...
  A: Hey Victor, It would depend upon your abilities and what type of sailing you will be doing. Are you ...
help4/6/2007
  Q: I want to buy a windsurfing but i dont know what size i need to get? i am 21 years old and i weight ...
  A: Hey Viktor, I would first suggest that you take a few lessons to determine that you like it. ...
which windsurf to buy for 16 years beginner12/2/2006
  Q: Like to buy for X-mas wind surf. for my grandson.He is 160 lb., 5.9 feet. He will surf at the beach ...
  A: You will need to get him a beginner style board for him to learn all the basics and get experience. ...
Mistral mastfoot parts11/9/2006
  Q: Pete, Do you have parts available for these 20+ year old Mistral boards? I have a Pandera that ...
  A: I personally don't have any older parts to match what you are looking for. The only place I know of ...
Use of 2 sectioned masts10/17/2006
  Q: I was wondering if I could use my 2 section mast (4.4m and 2.0m) as a one sectioned mast by just ...
  A: Hey Will, Good question. It would depend upon the way the 4.4m (or 440cm) section is designed. Many ...
getting into the back foot strap10/15/2006
  Q: I'm trying to get into the straps but can't get the back foot in. what usually happens is: I'm ...
  A: Hey Ron, When you are at the point you describe, bear off the wind just a bit more to gain a little ...
UJ10/10/2006
  Q: I've been wind surfing few a few months now and have an old mistral one design board. I learnt how ...
  A: Welcome the greatest sport on the planet. You have a great board for learning. It will also serve ...
Windsurfer mast flexi joint10/8/2006
  Q: I have an old Mistral windsurfer. The flexible rubber joint at the base of the Mark II mast has ...
  A: Hey Brendan, The Mistral universal joints are still around. The main part of fixing your issue ...
slipping mast9/25/2006
  Q: I am taking up the sport again after 25 years of being away. Just bought a used Mistral board and ...
  A: I'm guessing that you have the older style Mistral mast foot to board connection. There are two ...
RRD Spitfire 1499/11/2006
  Q: how do you think if RRD Spitfire 149 (Year 2005)is the good choice for the progressive rider, 77kg ...
  A: This board should work well for you in the light wind conditions you describe. If you are looking ...
equipment9/11/2006
  Q: I need to get some new gear and could use some advice. I'm 160lb, 5'10 50 year old sailing in LI ...
  A: Hey Joe, The choices are endless when it comes to windsurfing gear. I agree that you should look ...
beginner tips9/3/2006
  Q: I've been windsurfing for about a month. I've been going about three times a week. I've learned ...
  A: Your weight and the volume of the board should be enough for you to plane with the 5.7 but you may ...
Windsurfing early November - warm conditions?9/2/2006
  Q: I would like to find a reasonably warm place (no need for wetsuit if possible!) with steady winds to ...
  A: For something closer to the eastern Atlantic the Canary Islands would probably be a good choice. Not ...
RRD equipment8/14/2006
  Q: Please recommend the correct placement of the UJ for RRD Spitfire 138 l , model 2006. I am ...
  A: Regardless of board size or sail size, placing the mast forward or back depends upon the conditions ...
work on waterstarting or master the basics?7/16/2006
  Q: I've had experience sailing and doing some tacking and jibing (awkwardly) on a lake for 3 years and ...
  A: Hey Xiomara, It's great to hear that you are striving for the next level in windsurfing. Also, ...
Used gear7/9/2006
  Q: I am just starting out windsurfing, and I want to buy some gear. I recently found on craigslist some ...
  A: Hey Dave, Great to hear that you are starting windsurfing. I do a lot of sports but windsurfing is ...
WIndsurfing gear maze6/9/2006
  Q: I have just moved from the Midwest to the Columbia River Gorge area after visiting here 6 years ago. ...
  A: Hey Van, I got to thinking about your situation and I have some gear you may be interested in ...
surf boards5/16/2006
  Q: how do you know what size board you are? im 5'6 what size should i get?
  A: Hey Savannah, I'm not much of a surfer. I prefer a sail on my boards and they are usually quite a ...
Help for early intermediate....5/7/2006
  Q: I've been windsurfing for a season and seem to have got a bit stuck in terms of progress so I ...
  A: Hey Nicki, It's always great to hear about new windsurfers. I'll answer your ?'s in the order you ...
Foot straps9/22/2005
  Q: I'm gradually trying to get into the footstraps my question is what technique should i follow as i ...
  A: Hey Phil, Getting into the footstraps is an easy progression. It does take enough wind for you to ...
technique9/21/2005
  Q: I've just bought a 7.9 Tushingham Raptor 3 second hand in very good condition - is this a good sail ...
  A: Hey Phil, Great to hear that you are windsurfing. The fun is just beginning for you. Going from a ...
Batons and speed2/27/2005
  Q: A couple of questions if I may. I have recently purchased a new 10m sail and had to loosen the ...
  A: Hey Billy, Sorry about the delay in getting an answer to you. Working lots of hours and almost ...
Rookie2/15/2005
  Q: I am going to Bondi Beach next week and there may be a chance for me to go bodyboarding or surfing. ...
  A: Hey Augusto, The best advice I can give you is to sign up for a lesson. Most tourist spots that ...
intermediate windsurfing ??8/9/2004
  Q: I am an indermediate w/s. I sail in the Gorge in most conditions. I am 6'2" 220 lbs and I use sail ...
  A: Hey Dan, Thanks for the question. I also sail the Gorge regularly. My first question would be; ...
Which board do you recommend?6/14/2004
  Q: I am a beginner (of sorts) windsurfer. I have only windsurfed in two occassions. In 1997 I took a ...
  A: Hey Pedro, Welcome back to the greatest sport on the planet. Great to hear you are going to be ...
board5/31/2004
  Q: I am an experienced sailor and surfer. I'm contemplating getting into windsurfing but am baffled ...
  A: Hey Mike, I suggest you take your contemplating to the the next level. You won't regret it. ...
sails5/4/2004
  Q: I have a Fanatic 295 slalom board and need some newer sails. I can water start if I can touch ... ...
  A: Hey Scott, Not sure which part of N FL you are in. I've added a list of most of the shops in FL. I ...
waterstaet in strong wind4/26/2004
  Q: H i Windlover, out sailing the other day in about 30 knots in gusty conditions. This was on a river ...
  A: Hey Geoffrey, Your question brings back many memories of struggling in high winds. There are ...
Rigging Sail...I think i must be doing something wrong....5/27/2003
  Q: im a beginner with lots of experience with lessons and decided it's the sport for me. Now, geared ...
  A: Hey Serena, Not sure what you mean by the sail creasing while inserting the mast but I will try to ...
harness choices4/28/2003
  Q: I am looking to purchase a windsurfing harness. The basic choice as I see it is between a seat type ...
  A: Hey Dan, The main thing you need to consider is what your predominant sailing style is. For lake ...
waterstarting3/24/2003
  Q: my question regards waterstarting,, i am am reasonable good in moderate winds at waterstarts but get ...
  A: Not knowing your current techniques, I'll try to cover the bases. The easiest way to waterstart in ...
mast problems2/15/2003
  Q: I have two masts. One fibreglass and one carbon. They both have glass fibre "pins" on the surface ...
  A: Get some fine sandpaper, 800 grit, and lightly sand the masts. This will eliminate the small ...

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