| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Board volume | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Please find my sincere appreciation for the quality of the answers you provide! I am a lightweight ...
A: Hey Christian, So many factors affect planing, board volume, width, sail size, sailor size, ...
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| old bord picture | 11/17/2009 |
Q: Yes, hi, I have spent a few hours now trying to find a picture of my board. I need it to give to the ...
A: Hey Colin, Not knowing the exact make and model of your boards will make identifying them fairly ...
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| windsurfing | 11/13/2009 |
Q: how do I avoid the board from going up wind when I move back to get in the straps? Thank you ...
A: Hey Eddy, If you are able to get on a plane in 15mph winds, then your advanced footstrap position ...
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| Volume and planing | 11/11/2009 |
Q: Concerning the Fanatic Shark 145 lts, somebody has commented in one of the Forums that , while it ...
A: Hey Franco, There is an old adage that says 'Once on a plane, you should be able to stay on a ...
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| windsurfing | 11/5/2009 |
Q: how do I avoid the board from going up wind when I move back to get in the straps? Thank you ...
A: Hey Eddy, It would seem that with the shorter lines, you are sheeting the sail in more, which ...
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| Intermediate board | 10/22/2009 |
Q: I am in a process of gathering information in view of buying a more intermediate board for next ...
A: Hey Franco, 1) With the wider widths of newer boards, stability during uphauling is greatly ...
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| Intermediate board | 10/18/2009 |
Q: I am in a process of gathering information in view of buying a more intermediate board for next ...
A: Hey Franco, You say that you are in the early stages of planning on your Rio 180ltr. You also say ...
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| F2 Boom rigging | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I just got a really old windsurfing system. Its an F2. The boom does not have a clamp on it and ...
A: Hey Jeff, Didn't get your photo but I did get your feedback. Thanks for the kudos. I fully ...
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| mistral | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Really enjoy reading your posts and learned a lot. Like others, returning to w/surfing at 50after ...
A: Hey Kevin, Most of the newer boards, even a 2001 are quite a bit wider and a bit shorter than ...
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| F2 Boom rigging | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I just got a really old windsurfing system. Its an F2. The boom does not have a clamp on it and ...
A: Hey Jeff, Here is how to rig your sail. I'm also including an answer from a similar question that ...
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| Getting into the back straps | 10/5/2009 |
Q: please assist if possible. I regard myself as an average slalom sailor yet in 20+ knots I cant seem ...
A: Hey Rob, There could be a few reasons for your dilemma. You could be waiting too long to switch ...
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| foot straps | 10/2/2009 |
Q: how do I avoid the board from going up wind when I move back to get in the straps? Thank you ...
A: Hey Eddy, Strap positions are usually designed for different levels of sailors or the type of ...
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| windsurfing | 10/2/2009 |
Q: how do I avoid the board from going up wind when I move back to get in the straps? Thank you
A: Hey Eddy, For starters, head the board offwind to increase board speed. While doing this, sheet in ...
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| Volume and planing | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I'd like to know if, all being equal, a higher volume board planes more easily than a lower volume ...
A: Hey Franco, Pumping the sail is a way to increase board speed to help the board get on a plane ...
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| boom / mast knot | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I have just been given a free board, sail & misc parts. It is an old Hifly 300. I windsurfed once ...
A: Hey Tim, I'll refer you to a previous question where I have written rigging down in detail. On page ...
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| Volume and planing | 9/27/2009 |
Q: I'd like to know if, all being equal, a higher volume board planes more easily than a lower volume ...
A: Hey Franco, How easily a board planes is different than how soon a board will plane. Your scenario ...
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| Triming & foots straps | 9/27/2009 |
Q: Hey There - the board I'm sailing is a 145L Jp and have 8.0 V6. Am finding it difficult to steer ...
A: Hey Adman, For starters, you probably have the mast too far back for the conditions. This puts the ...
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| Replacement mast base | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I "inherited" a 1980s Shark by Wayler windsurfer that is in better than average shape. I am an total ...
A: Hey Peter, About the only place you will find old Wayler parts is ebay or Craigslist. With the type ...
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| Hobie Alpha | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I just picked up a Hobie Alpha wind surfer at a local tag sale. I'd like to find/replace the insert ...
A: Hey Joe, I believe that you are missing a lever that would go on the front part of the piece with ...
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| universal joint | 9/25/2009 |
Q: I hope you had a good vacation! I recently purchased a BIC F2 windsurfer. My son-in-law and I had ...
A: Hey Steve, Yes, you can use either a mechanical or rubber universal joint. The threaded inserts on ...
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| o'brien sensation windsurfer | 9/23/2009 |
Q: Inherited O'Brien Sensation windsurfer from late 1980's. It's missing part(s) to connect mast to ...
A: Hey Ann, Your board is still very usable and getting the parts you need are readily available. Go ...
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| Harness and foot-straps | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of questions: 1. Harness lines position on boom. With a 5.9 sail and a 220 cm ...
A: Hey Franco, All references to location of harness lines are based upon the front of the boom being ...
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| Harness and foot-straps | 9/2/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of questions: 1. Harness lines position on boom. With a 5.9 sail and a 220 cm ...
A: Hey Franco, There could be a few different reasons why you are getting pulled so hard while trying ...
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| Mistral Garda base attachment question | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I picked up a good used Mistral Garda recently. It has the 8mm female threaded U-joint which ...
A: Hey Matt, I forgot that some of the older systems had the spring clip retainer vs. a nut. Sounds ...
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| Mistral Garda base attachment question | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I picked up a good used Mistral Garda recently. It has the 8mm female threaded U-joint which ...
A: Hey Matt, You seem to have the system figured out fairly well. The top section of the mast base ...
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| windsurfing lessons | 8/31/2009 |
Q: I'm trying to find windsurfing lessons in MA, NH, or RI (I live in Boston). The thing is that most ...
A: Hey Roman, Not sure how to help you with lessons if the local shops have already quit. Seems like ...
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| Broken Mistral part. Where can I get a replacement? | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I've attached a picture of the part. My windsurf set-up is rather old, and this plastic piece ...
A: Hey Peter, You may be able to find a replacement tailpiece at chinooksailing.com, or ...
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| value '89 Mistral Ventura LCS? | 8/27/2009 |
Q: Cleaning out the garage of 20+ years, we have a near-mint condition (ok, salt stains on straps, etc) ...
A: Hey Dan, The value of your board will depend upon the amount of gear for sale near you, the amount ...
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| beginner equipment? | 8/26/2009 |
Q: my son is 13 and newly interested in sailing (since he tried it this summer) - I figured windsurfing ...
A: Hey Kristine, The differences between a small sail boat and a windsurfer are not much. A sail boat ...
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| guide | 8/25/2009 |
Q: Is there a basic guide out there for rigging an older Kerma board? My friend was given one and we ...
A: Hey Rob, There are no specific guides out there that I know of. There are two questions that I have ...
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| Mistral maui mastbase | 8/24/2009 |
Q: Yesterday i went surfing and the mastbase broke the rubber thing. I just tryed to find a new one on ...
A: Hey Joost, If all you have broken is the rubber hourglass (universal joint or u-joint), you can ...
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| harware | 8/22/2009 |
Q: i am about to begin windsurfing - i have picked up a keppler board with a mast fitting which slides ...
A: Hey Dan, It sounds like you have an adjustable mast track. There should be some type of mechanism ...
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| sail battens | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I windsurfed around 30 years ago for a short time and liked it. Recently I picked up an older (87) ...
A: Hey Marty, You will need to measure the batten pockets to determine the size battens you will need. ...
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| Value of JP board | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I've got a 2001 JP Australia Freeride surfboard that I'd like to sell, but because I don't do ...
A: Hey Irene, It is hard for me to put a value on your board for a variety of reasons; Your location ...
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| Board upgrade | 8/18/2009 |
Q: By the end of this season, ( also thanks to your advice !) I think I'll have improved enough to ...
A: Hey Franco, To consider moving to a smaller board, have these techniques dialed in fairly well; ...
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| wayler parts | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I have an OLD Wayler board with a rubber strap on the dagger to pull it out or rotate it. is there ...
A: Hey Dan, They quit making Wayler boards back in the mid to late 80's. The only advice I can give on ...
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| how do i set up my windsurfer | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I just got a wind surf board a and all the accesories. but i dont know how to put it together. I ...
A: Hey Shaun, I'm attaching an image that shows all the basic parts of a windsurfing rig. Just match ...
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| choosing the right size board | 8/16/2009 |
Q: I'm sure this question has been tackled many times. I have never seen a chart telling how many ...
A: Hey Ryan, The reason there isn't a chart detailing how much volume will float a certain weight is ...
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| Luff Size and mast size | 8/13/2009 |
Q: I have a new Gaastra 6.0 sail . The luff size is 450 and i have also a mast 460 . Since now i have ...
A: Hey Costas, Cutting a mast is always my very last recommendation. You need to check a few things to ...
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| Tuned in | 8/12/2009 |
Q: .... Some days when I am windsurfing I am dialed in. The sail feels light and responsive, I can gain ...
A: Hey Evan, It is fairly common to have great days and off days. The off days could be your rigging, ...
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| windsurf parts | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I have two older boards, a Neil Pryde and a Kepper 304. Both have the part that is flixible and ...
A: Hey Gerry, If the rubber hourglass part (u-joint) is broken, they are easily replaceable. If any of ...
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| Windsurfing | 8/5/2009 |
Q: I used to windsurf a lot when I was a teenager 10+ years ago. I now moved to Hawaii and wanted to ...
A: Hey Iovo, You definitely have too small of a sail for an 80ltr board in less than 20mph winds. For ...
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| Harness and foot-straps | 8/5/2009 |
Q: A couple of questions about foot-straps and harness. Over the last few outings, my sailing skills ...
A: Hey Franco, Nothing wrong with your footstraps. Your footstraps should be very adjustable. Start ...
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| Bic Windsurfer | 8/2/2009 |
Q: You mention that after market parts are available for an old bic board. I need the rubber hour glass ...
A: Hey Rick, You can find replacement u-joints at www.chinooksailing.com, www.oceanairsports.com, or ...
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| size of board and sail | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I was reading many question and answers –learn a lot from them and think that I might need smaller ...
A: Hey Maria, A 6.0 should work well for you and your son for light winds and up to 20kts. Your next ...
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| fixing mast foot position | 7/31/2009 |
Q: We have a couple of very old Mistral boards (e.g. 15-20yrs!) that are in great shape due to lack of ...
A: Hey Jane, There are two types of moveable mast tracks. They both use a small pedal that when pushed ...
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| size of board and sail | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I was reading many question and answers –learn a lot from them and think that I might need smaller ...
A: Hey Maria, A board with 160 ltrs will float you a bit better during lulls or light winds. It would ...
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| Hifly Windsurfing board | 7/29/2009 |
Q: I have the chance to get a Hifly 320 Fun 60. The numbers on top were 15024 & 6230480385. It is 25" ...
A: Hey Benson, The volume of that board is 320ltrs which is more than enough to float you and any size ...
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| Starboard Start Windsurfer | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have a Starboard Start windsurfer that is about 5-8 years old and I have lost the centerboard. Do ...
A: Hey Paul, I would start with emailing Starboard directly to see if they have them available. You ...
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| What to Buy | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I have just started getting into windsurfing and i love it. I have taken lessons and i have rented a ...
A: Hey Brian, There are so many boards out there it is hard for me to recommend a specific brand or ...
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| What to Buy | 7/27/2009 |
Q: I have just started getting into windsurfing and i love it. I have taken lessons and i have rented a ...
A: Hey Brian, A few things to consider are; your location, predominant winds, your current abilities ...
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| Extending my sail quiver | 7/27/2009 |
Q: When I bought my kit I got a JP X-cite Ride 130 L ES and a 6.0 m2 Gaastra Echo. I was recently ...
A: Hey Jon, When you get above a 6.0 sail, the change in sizes usually is 1.5 vs. 1.0 when go below ...
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| Vinta - need fin | 7/27/2009 |
Q: We are searching for a fin that got broken off our sailboard and have come up with nothing while ...
A: Hey Tom, If you pull out the broken part of your fin from the fin box and look at it, it may still ...
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| Vinta - need fin | 7/27/2009 |
Q: We are searching for a fin that got broken off our sailboard and have come up with nothing while ...
A: Hey Tom, Your fin uses the same type of fin box that the fin in my picture uses. There are many ...
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| Vinta - need fin | 7/25/2009 |
Q: We are searching for a fin that got broken off our sailboard and have come up with nothing while ...
A: Hey Tom, The question here is 'What type of fin do you need?' There are various types of fin boxes ...
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| Mistral mast track | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I have got 2 x mistral longboards a Competition and Pandrea. They are complete with the proper mast ...
A: Hey Chris, You are not doing anything wrong, it is just something that happens with that particular ...
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| windsurfer assessment | 7/25/2009 |
Q: I have a Tiga board. The ultra light white board is about 12 1/2 feet long by about 25" wide, says ...
A: Hey Mike, Your rig is not too advanced for a beginner. It is a longboard designed for course racing ...
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| Weight and Board Volume | 7/24/2009 |
Q: I have another question about weight and board volume. I am currently sailing with a 150 L board and ...
A: Hey Anna, Deciding between 100L and 110L would depend on two factors, your size and your ability to ...
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| Mistral Mast Track | 7/24/2009 |
Q: Just got a Mistral Competition off E-bay and the track is shot. I know people convert the adjustable ...
A: Hey Tim, I only know of two places that may have the Mistral parts you are looking for. ...
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| help? total and complete newb | 7/23/2009 |
Q: Ok so little back history..i have only windsurfed once in my life last summer on vacation and had a ...
A: Hey Sarah, There should be two ropes on the boom (handle), one to get the boom attached to the mast ...
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| Sail size | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I have recently bought a Severne Focus 8.5 sail for my Starboard Rio, after noticing that the 7.6 ...
A: Hey Franco, Now that you have figured out how to make the board go fast with the 8.5, now it is ...
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| one follow up | 7/10/2009 |
Q: Windlover, thanks for all the info. I was succesful rigging the sail to mast base. More followups.. ...
A: Hey Scott, Sorry about missing your ? Mast height will be adjusted using the mast base/extension. ...
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| 5 follow up questions re: Mistral rigging | 7/9/2009 |
Q: Windlover, thanks for all the info. I was succesful rigging the sail to mast base. More followups.. ...
A: Hey Scott, #1 & #4 With sail on mast and some downhaul, stand the mast up and hold it close to you. ...
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| Wind patterns | 7/9/2009 |
Q: Windlover, a bit of a meteorology question if you happen to know much about it, I have found that ...
A: Aaron, As with any forecast, the weathermen are always 50% right and 50% wrong. Wind forecasting ...
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| rigging Mistral Ventura LCS | 7/6/2009 |
Q: Just picked up a used board, sails, rigging,etc. here in Vermont. It's been about 20 years since I ...
A: Hey Scott, I've looked at your pics and I'll start with the mast base. The blue sleeve is a mast ...
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| Thanks and new board | 7/5/2009 |
Q: firstly having read loads of questions you have answered here i believe you need a well deserved big ...
A: Hey David, Congrats on starting a new sport and thanks for the kudos. Any of the boards you ...
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| Old obrien sensation fin mounting system? | 7/5/2009 |
Q: but do not have the skeg fin on the back. Is it still possible to buy one and what type of mounting ...
A: Hey Ryan, Your board will use a standard type fin known as 'A' box, US box, or Chinook. Readily ...
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| rigging Mistral Ventura LCS | 7/4/2009 |
Q: Just picked up a used board, sails, rigging,etc. here in Vermont. It's been about 20 years since I ...
A: Hey Scott, Some pictures would help as you don't mention whether it is a clamp on or tie on boom. ...
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| New Sail | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I have a old Mistral Super Light board that came with a Mistral 6.3 Progress Line sail. The sail is ...
A: Hey Mike, The look of sails is just the difference in technology from then until now. New sails ...
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| How to tie down board on car | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I have a question about how to tie down a board on top of a car. I have a rather bulky board, 2008 ...
A: Hey Chris, Soft racks work fine for lightweight surfboards and small sailboards but you should ...
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| Obrien mast base | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I have an O'Brien sail board from the late 80's (approx 1988 or 89). I cannot find the mast base. ...
A: Hey Sue, There is a standard mast base that works on all boards with a standard mast track. It will ...
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| running ropes on the sail | 6/30/2009 |
Q: i have a wind surf board its pretty old and very large.I've just moved from texas to s.carolina.I've ...
A: Hey Kimberly, I don't think that S.C. requires any licensing on windsurfers so you should be ...
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| running ropes on the sail | 6/29/2009 |
Q: i have a wind surf board its pretty old and very large.I've just moved from texas to ...
A: Hey Kimberly, South Carolina has good windsurfing memories for me. It is where I first learned how ...
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| OBrien Polylite Plus | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I'm an old guy just looking for something easy to enjoy windsurfing a little. I'd also like for it ...
A: Hey Tom, The board you mention would be a decent beginner board as long as all the parts are there. ...
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| Replacement daggerboard | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I have a HiFly Primo board, needing a daggerboard. I've heard that a daggerboard from a Mistral ...
A: Hey Paul, Sorry to say that I can't help you much with this one. Best I can say is call The-House ...
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| Luff does not rotate around the mast. | 6/27/2009 |
Q: I have just tried out my brand new Severne Focus 8.5 sail yesterday.While noticing a remarkable ...
A: Hey Franco, The mast-top you found should work fine. You are correct in using the base extension to ...
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| Luff does not rotate around the mast. | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I have just tried out my brand new Severne Focus 8.5 sail yesterday.While noticing a remarkable ...
A: Hey Franco, When the luff on the sail calls for 490 and you use a 460 mast and 26cm of extension, ...
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| HiFly 300 universal joint (broken tendon) | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I read your response to another person's question about a broken tendon in their universal joint for ...
A: Hey Tom, I have no sources for new tendons like the one you are looking for. If your board has a ...
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| weight | 6/24/2009 |
Q: What is the ideal weight for a wind surfer? Is it important to be of one particular physique to surf ...
A: Hey Dash, There really isn't any specific weight that makes an 'ideal' windsurfer. In the pro ranks ...
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| THow to attach boom to mast on old bic board | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I was given an old Bic board and have all the parts. One item, an 8 inch loop of black rop with a ...
A: Hey Frank, The loop with the red ball is what you need to get the boom on the mast. Here's how; ...
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| North sail | 6/22/2009 |
Q: Just bought North Volcano sail 6.3 (Not sure of age) Could you advise what size mast i need cheers ...
A: Hey Brian, There should be some information printed on the bottom of the sail. Should list boom, ...
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| Misral long board | 6/20/2009 |
Q: I have a Mistral longboard aproc 1998, but I can't figure what the model it is. Attached is a ...
A: Hey Alex, I'm fairly sure that that board is a One Design. There were a couple of years that they ...
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| Bic 250 windsurfer | 6/19/2009 |
Q: The is a bic windsurfer 250 for sale by me for $75.00 and its suposed to be six years old. I that ...
A: Hey Nick, Really old is probably not what you want. The rig you are looking at seems to be in good ...
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| Windsurfing help please! | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I'm 150 lbs and have 2 boards, a 160L bic techno and a 115L mistral syncro; I also have a range of ...
A: Hey Lloyd, A couple of things that could be causing your dilemma is mast position and sail size for ...
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| Bic 250 windsurfer | 6/18/2009 |
Q: The is a bic windsurfer 250 for sale by me for $75.00 and its suposed to be six years old. I that ...
A: Hey Nick, With the limited info given, it is hard to determine what the board exactly is and ...
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| windsurfing | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I have recently been looking into windsurfing. I don't know much about it, but I would really like ...
A: Hey Jeremy, You are going to be looking for a board with a higher volume (more floatation) for ...
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| Techniques | 6/15/2009 |
Q: As usual, whatever I learn by practising in summer gets promptly forgotten after almost 6 months of ...
A: Hey Franco, When referring to sailing direction based on using a clock system, 12 would be where ...
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| leaving vent plugs in place? | 6/15/2009 |
Q: For some reason I feel leery about tightening vent plugs to only "quarter-turn tight"...especially ...
A: Hey Max, Some boards are made from materials that tend to offgas for a period of time and are also ...
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| Techniques | 6/15/2009 |
Q: As usual, whatever I learn by practising in summer gets promptly forgotten after almost 6 months of ...
A: Hey Franco, 1. When steering the board, just remember this simple formula; - To go offwind, sail ...
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| Windsurf board repairs | 6/14/2009 |
Q: having just started to use my own equipment regularly I have begun to wonder: What to do if my board ...
A: Hey Jon, I would hope that you are cautious enough to not crash into any rocks but things can and ...
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| sails, footstrap holes etc. | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I have a few questions: I would like to replace an old np v8 8.4m sail. I liked the power and shape ...
A: Hey Pat, There are so many sails out there that I have never sailed that it would be hard to ...
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| mistral bermuda windsurfer | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I have mistral bermuda windsurfer but i dont know how to put it together is there a manual I think ...
A: Hey Maricio, I don't think you will be able to find a manual anywhere. I will try to walk you ...
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| UJ on Mistral Bermuda | 6/8/2009 |
Q: Hey Windlover, Just bought my second used windsurf on Craigslist. Nice condition Mistral Bermuda, ...
A: Hey Jake, I didn't get the link to your photos but I think I can answer your question without the ...
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| Mistral competition | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I have just been given a Mistral Comp but with no mast foot. It has a slider track with one hole. In ...
A: Hey Chris, Most of the Mistral slider tracks had two holes in the slider. One used a specific type ...
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| Mast foot | 6/5/2009 |
Q: due to having a young family i havent been able to get my windsurfer out in recent years.But as ...
A: Hey John, The best I can offer is to check ebay and your local craigslist. I have yet to find a ...
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| I have a new beginner board for sale. | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I have a 2008 Fanatic Viper 160 liter board with a Maui 5.6 sail carbon mast I want to sell. Do you ...
A: Hey Kristi, I would suggest that you list it on your local craigslist or ebay. If you list on ebay, ...
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| windsurfer parts | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I have the opportunity to pick up a Fanatic Club (not sure what model) for free, but it is missing ...
A: Hey Stacy, The Fanatic Club is an older board that was a fairly decent board in it's day. Mainly ...
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| Waist harness vs. PFD | 6/1/2009 |
Q: Aloha Windlover, I've read many of your comments over the last year and you've always seemed ...
A: Hey Jon, Waist harnesses tend to be recommended due to being easier to hook in and out than seat ...
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| Waist harness vs. PFD | 5/31/2009 |
Q: Aloha Windlover, I've read many of your comments over the last year and you've always seemed ...
A: Hey Jon, On the sizing issue, I guess NP makes their PFD's to fit a wider variety of people instead ...
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| Waist harness vs. PFD | 5/31/2009 |
Q: Aloha Windlover, I've read many of your comments over the last year and you've always seemed ...
A: Hey Jon, I'm not sure how NP sizes their PFD's but my guess that you may be on the right track ...
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| Windsurfing mast foot | 5/29/2009 |
Q: I found your website during a search for a O'Brien Mast Foot. Like a lot of people I found an old ...
A: Hey Daniel, There are only two sizes of mast diameter and yours would be considered a standard size ...
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| upgrading equipment for a small sailor | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I’ve perused your site and love all the advice- I have a situation similar to those getting back ...
A: Hey Lisa, Your mast should work for a sail up to a 6.0-6.5 if your extension is a taller one. For ...
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| Another old guy rediscovering windsurfing | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I learned to sail at the Gorge and still have all the high wind stuff (Mistral Stinger) in the ...
A: Hey Peter, The newer shapes of boards is that they are wider, shorter, and more stable than boards ...
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| I bought an old board | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I bought an old board for $50 at a garage sale. I've always wanted to try it but not much of it ...
A: Hey Zara, A Bic Melody should have a standard mast track and it will be easy for you to get the ...
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| Mistral mast base | 5/25/2009 |
Q: I have a Mistral Malibu that a friend gave to me a long time ago. I brought it out cause my wife ...
A: Hey John, I could probably make some sense of what you are saying but a picture would be the best ...
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| Junior sail size | 5/25/2009 |
Q: We have just started windsurfing and are looking to buy a junior rig for the kids but am having ...
A: Hey Maggie, Most sail makers are producing sails for junior sailors. They are a bit different than ...
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| Mistral Pandera Volume | 5/22/2009 |
Q: I have a 1990 Mistral Pandera that I am selling and was asked what is the volume / liters of the ...
A: Hey Joe, Sometimes there will be a small sticker on the board telling the volume and such but not ...
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| diy sail | 5/21/2009 |
Q: i'm making a sail for my mountian board, the mast is a fishing rod(seems to be holding) the sail ...
A: Hey Jonny, Kudo's to you for attempting to make your own sail. I hope it works out for you. Not too ...
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| Mistral mast | 5/21/2009 |
Q: Just bought a used Mistral SST with a Rushwind sail. We don't have a mast and have no idea what to ...
A: Hey Gary, A sail that small should have an adjustable head cap. When you slide a mast through the ...
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| Mistral mast | 5/19/2009 |
Q: Just bought a used Mistral SST with a Rushwind sail. We don't have a mast and have no idea what to ...
A: Hey Gary, On the bottom of the sail you should find some information that gives you mast stiffness ...
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| value of used wayler sailboard | 5/18/2009 |
Q: Can you give me a ballpark estimate on the value of a used wayler sailboard without seeing it? the ...
A: Hey Lisa, Sorry to say that your old Wayler is not worth much. You could list it for a $100 but ...
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| Old vs new | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I keep hearing about the differences between "old-school" and new boards. I'm an intermediate with ...
A: Hey Anawan, Some of the differences will be noticed based on your experience level. The newer ...
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| mistral base | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I have an old mistral superlight and need a mast base for it. If and when I find or fabricate one, ...
A: Hey Mike, Does your superlight have the old style mast base system that is just two holes in the ...
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| Old windsurfer looking to get back into it | 5/12/2009 |
Q: When in my 20's I used to windsurf a lot on a mistral tarifa and screamer and absolutely loved it. ...
A: Hey Jon, The Tarifa and Screamers are both great boards, in fact my Screamer is still one of my ...
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| planing-footstraps | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I am 240lbs, I have been windsurfing a long time, I sail a Starboard Go 170 liters, in 15-25 winds ...
A: Hey Al, My guess is that when you start trying to move back to the footstraps, you are tilting the ...
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| progression board for beginner | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I just took windsurfing lessons in Maui with my girlfriend while on vacation. We loved it! We ...
A: Hey Karl, The 165 is a board that you both would grow into and still enjoy as a light wind board ...
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| Windsurfing | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I'm want to learn to windsurf but I'm a big guy 250-260. Do they have equipment to support someone ...
A: Hey Kepper, Check the online shops listed on windsurfmag.com under links. Look at their ...
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| Windsurfing | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I'm want to learn to windsurf but I'm a big guy 250-260. Do they have equipment to support someone ...
A: Hey Kepper, There is equipment to support just about any size person. The key is the desire to ...
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| Which volume board is for me. | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I am interested in the Fanatic Viper; I used to WS about 20 years ago, and could balance and tack ...
A: Hey Paul, Great to hear you are getting back into sailing and want your kids to learn too. The ...
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| Need mast base for OBrien windsurfer | 4/27/2009 |
Q: Need a mast base for old O'Brien (Coleman) Windsurfer to connect mast to board. Round hole in board ...
A: Hey Skip, I wish I could help you more but I have no resources for old O'Brien parts other than ...
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| surf near piers | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I was wondering why surfing hot spots are usually next to a long fishing pier? Usually on the left ...
A: Hey Mike, It's not that they groom the ocean floors but sometimes there are piling supports that ...
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| Sail Stays for 1987 Bic Sailboard | 4/23/2009 |
Q: Hey Windlover... I'm 52 now and in better shape than I was 15 years ago, and have this 1987 Bic ...
A: Hey Frank, If you are anywhere near a windsurf shop, take the sail in and they should be able to ...
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| windsurf mast top | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I have been given a 6.2 sail which only has a non- adjustable webbing strap at the top. Can you tell ...
A: Hey Jo, I'm not quite sure I understand the problem. It sounds like your sail has a top that is NOT ...
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| Choosing the right equipment | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I want to start windsurfing again, and want to buy a new board/rig. I used to windsurf on a ...
A: Hey Alessio, You may find that board a bit less stable than the old longboard but your sailing ...
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| sizing gear | 4/18/2009 |
Q: Howdy, two summers ago I purchased a old used board and learned the basics and now want to upgrade. ...
A: Hey Grant, There are a few things to consider to help you decide what gear to buy. The first items ...
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| Older Board Design | 4/15/2009 |
Q: Howdy, I picked up some used (classic) windsurfing equipment. One board is a Windsurfer One Design ...
A: Hey Ross, The One Design fin may be difficult to find. Check ebay under windsurf, windsurfer, & ...
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| A return to windsurfing... | 4/13/2009 |
Q: I am 41 years old, 200 pounds, 6 feet tall, I started windsurfing at 11 years old and won the Quebec ...
A: Hey Stephan, Great to hear you are wanting to get back in to windsurfing. If you have been doing a ...
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| Mistral Maui sailboard | 4/8/2009 |
Q: do you know how I can contact the manufacturer to see if they are interested in this board for ...
A: Hey Carol, I don't think Mistral would want your board. If they have older boards around for ...
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| sail and board sizes? | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I am trying to buy windsurfing equipment. I've learned the basics and consider myself between ...
A: Hey Yanko, The rig you describe sounds like it would work fairly well for you. You may have a ...
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| sail and board sizes? | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I am trying to buy windsurfing equipment. I've learned the basics and consider myself between ...
A: Hey Yanko, An 8.2 will work fine in your area when the winds are 8-12kts. It would definitely be ...
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| Questions about my Mistral board | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I inherited a Mistral board when I moved to my current house. I'm too small for a board this size ...
A: Hey Mel, With everything there and in good shape, my guess is that you could probably get anywhere ...
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| Naish Icon 120 | 3/29/2009 |
Q: 'Hope you are well and getting lots time on the water! I am trying to find out the Weight of the ...
A: Hey Linda, If the board is 'new' from a dealer, it should come with footstraps and a fin. As for ...
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| Questions about my Mistral board | 3/26/2009 |
Q: I inherited a Mistral board when I moved to my current house. I'm too small for a board this size ...
A: Hey Melanie, It is an older board but sounds like it is still usable. It would work as a light wind ...
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| Mistral Superlight Competition Centerboard Cover | 3/26/2009 |
Q: Windlover, Two Questions: I am looking for a replacement for the centerboard cover on my Mistral ...
A: Hey Marty, I don't recall for sure whether the Superlights had bottom seals or not. Even with a ...
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| Mistral Superlight Competition Centerboard Cover | 3/26/2009 |
Q: Windlover, Two Questions: I am looking for a replacement for the centerboard cover on my Mistral ...
A: Hey Marty, As for Q #2, I'm just an old guy that loves to sail, ski, snowboard, & mt. bike. I've ...
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| Mast Foot type | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I've just decided to get back into windsurfing. I did it a fair bit about 10 years ago, but all with ...
A: Hey Jem, Great to hear that you are getting back into sailing. You need to replace the 22mm part ...
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| WANTED: Old bic board | 3/3/2009 |
Q: A new board manufacturer explained to me that if I wanted a board for SUP Stand-Up Paddling on VERY ...
A: Hey Stephen, Any old windsurfer will work as a SUP board. You can find them on your local ...
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| Refining hints | 3/1/2009 |
Q: In view of the forthcoming season and while eagerly awaiting the…. ice to melt on my favourite lake ...
A: Hey Franco, For starters, heading upwind right after you have powered up your sail is a very normal ...
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| Waterstarts | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I am starting in calf deep water. My prob is when I get the sail out of the water I can't stop the ...
A: Hey Phil, The key to waterstarting is getting the starting set up right. For starters I think you ...
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| windsurfing in LA | 2/19/2009 |
Q: In may and june I will be in LA and I was wondering what the best place would be to do some ...
A: Hey Johanna, I've never sailed in the LA area but have read that there are plenty of locations to ...
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| Planing | 2/14/2009 |
Q: The season is approaching and I'd like to fine-tune my theory a little bit with your advice. For ...
A: Hey Franco, First, Severne sails have gotten good reviews and seem to be a good product for the ...
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| Fins | 2/11/2009 |
Q: I have an old, but virtually unused Mistral Shredder (120 liters, I think). It needs a fin. I ...
A: Hey Anawan, You will need to look for A box, US box, or Chinook box type fin. Most new fins will be ...
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| Windrange larger sails/heavy sailor | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I am looking to get a larger sail to get me out in lighter winds days. I would like to use my ...
A: Hey Adam, The recommended sail sizes for your 145 are 6.0-10.0. With your size and wanting to plane ...
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| Board size/type and fin selection | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I weigh 200lb and started off with a JP excite 145lt and 6.2m sail. This got me out in 15-25mph ...
A: Hey Adam, Some of your wipeout can be attributed to technique and most is probably too big of a ...
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| Board size/type and fin selection | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I weigh 200lb and started off with a JP excite 145lt and 6.2m sail. This got me out in 15-25mph ...
A: Hey Adam, Board size doesn't always relate directly to performance. It is more the board type that ...
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| mistral parts | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I recently bought a used mistral board and sail. I discovered the mast base is missing. The board ...
A: Hey Mike, Check out oceanairsports.com under Mistral/Parts. Bigwinds.com in the Gorge has lots of ...
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| O'Brien Windsufer | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I have an O'Brien Competitor Poly Lite Plus windsurfer that's been in my garage for 6 years, from an ...
A: Hey Rosemary, Unfortunately there is no blue book pricing for old windsurf gear. It's usually ...
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| 125L or 135L | 1/28/2009 |
Q: I'm 85kg and ride an old AHD board 283 - 135L (2yrs sailing) doing well with harness but getting ...
A: Hey Mauricio, There are a couple things you can do about getting into the footstraps. First, bear ...
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| Sail and mast size | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I have bought a Neil Pryde Combat 4.5, and as I'm a student - I'm on a budget! Ideally I'd like a ...
A: Hey Hollie, I'm not sure if the Combat has an adjustable top on it. If so, a 400 mast should work ...
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| windsurfing parts | 1/2/2009 |
Q: i have a windsurfer, my board is a bombora Allgaier system 62, my sail is designed and manufactured ...
A: Hey Kim, Check out these parts to see if you can replace your joint with one of these. Depending ...
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| Windsurfer Rig Part – Broken Tendon (I Think?) | 12/31/2008 |
Q: Windsurfer Rig Part – Broken Tendon (I Think?) Here are pictures of the broken part. The make of ...
A: Hey Ismail, This should be a fairly easy fix for you. There should be either a stud w/nut or a bolt ...
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| buying used complete rig | 12/19/2008 |
Q: I'm an old liveaboard sailor from Miami. Havent' windsurfed in 12 years. I'm 190lbs, done it maybe ...
A: Hey Hamish, The Bic Race Tech boards were a mid-90's board that came in various lengths and ...
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| first shortboard help | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I have been windsurfing for about 3 months, and have progressed from a massive board to a 140ltr ...
A: Hey Oli, Rounding up into the wind is a very common problem when first learning shortboards. ...
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| mistral sst | 12/15/2008 |
Q: Hey, I just bought a Mistral SST, its an older board and it didnt come with some parts. I have no ...
A: Hey Rami, Look at your slider closely. It should have two holes, one threaded and one with two ...
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| mistral sst | 12/15/2008 |
Q: Hey, I just bought a Mistral SST, its an older board and it didnt come with some parts. I have no ...
A: Hey Rami, The part for the mast to board is called the mast base. I believe that your board will ...
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| old mistral parts | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I saw an old answer in which you mentioned knowing some sources for old mistral windsurfer parts. I ...
A: Hey Sherman, The two resources I've found for older Mistral parts are oceanairsports.com and ...
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| Gusty | 11/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| shortboard | 11/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| Board and Sail | 11/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfing Board Size | 10/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| Good Board to use | 10/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| testing stanard | 10/15/2008 |
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 ...
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| the different between Wave Boom,Slalom Boom Formula Boom and Race Boom | 10/14/2008 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfing participation in the UK | 10/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| Fanatic Club 370 | 10/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mistral Pandera Centerboard | 10/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| sails | 9/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| Strong winds | 9/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| Fanatic Cobra | 9/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| fanatic windsurfer set up | 9/25/2008 |
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 ...
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| HiFly Windsurfer | 9/22/2008 |
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. ...
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| Naish Icon 130 | 9/19/2008 |
Q:
A: Hey Vlad, You did have the 130 in your subject line. You mentioned your experience level but not ...
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| Naish Icon 130 | 9/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Great to get your feedback on a board | 9/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Tacking and wind direction | 9/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| daggerboard and mast track | 9/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| O'Brien Windsurfer | 9/15/2008 |
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 ...
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| fit new mast track to old board | 9/12/2008 |
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 ...
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| carbon mast | 9/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| Formula 162 | 9/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mistral windsurfer and a new mast | 9/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mistral Pandera 1988 or 1989 | 9/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| sails | 9/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| Rotational sail | 8/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Rotational sail | 8/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| slalom board | 8/27/2008 |
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, ...
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| Missing Mast Bases on Mistral and Hifly Boards | 7/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| missing part | 7/28/2008 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfer brand mast clip size/type | 7/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| shortboard vs longboards | 7/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| shortboard vs longboards | 7/26/2008 |
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 ...
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| fantic 340b mast mount | 7/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| New Board | 7/24/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| Second board | 7/23/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| windsurfing board parts | 7/21/2008 |
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. ...
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| board volume and surfer's weight | 7/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Seatrend | 7/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| Seatrend | 7/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| shortboard vs longboards | 7/14/2008 |
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. ...
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| Older, out of shape surfer | 7/13/2008 |
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 ...
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| rigging | 7/13/2008 |
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 ...
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| shortboard vs longboards | 7/11/2008 |
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 ...
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| mast extensions | 7/10/2008 |
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. ...
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| Allgaier sail board parts | 7/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| Bic flexible mount | 7/9/2008 |
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?; ...
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| Bic flexible mount | 7/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| Windsurf attach mast | 7/8/2008 |
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 ...
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| borad for gusty wind | 7/8/2008 |
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. ...
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| tendon for old TenCate mast base | 7/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| New Board | 7/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| head-cap repair | 7/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| right size for me | 7/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| Sail to wind ratio | 7/3/2008 |
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 ...
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| buying first used sails | 7/3/2008 |
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; ...
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| bic273 | 7/1/2008 |
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 ...
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| harness position | 6/30/2008 |
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 ...
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| First board and volume | 6/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| RE: Bic 1970's style | 6/25/2008 |
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; ...
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| Mistral Superlight plugs | 6/21/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mistral pieces | 6/20/2008 |
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 ...
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| RE: Bic 1970's style | 6/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| Mistral Superlight broken base attachment | 6/16/2008 |
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 ...
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| Leaving a bic 1970's -----cont'd | 6/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| Beginner windsurfer using 20yr old board | 6/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| freeride slalom | 6/6/2008 |
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 ...
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| Leaving a bic 1970's -----cont'd | 6/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| Leaving a bic 1970's | 6/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| Rigging | 6/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| board and sail size | 6/4/2008 |
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 ...
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| First windsurf board | 6/3/2008 |
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. ...
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| Equipment choice | 5/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| dinged windsurfer | 5/27/2008 |
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 ...
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| windsurfsail | 5/22/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| High Wind Issues | 5/15/2008 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| planing | 4/29/2008 |
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 ...
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| regular surfing | 4/23/2008 |
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 ...
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| Waterproof plug | 4/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Footstraps again I'm afraid | 4/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| wind knots | 4/19/2008 |
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 ...
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| Footstraps again I'm afraid | 4/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Naish Icon | 4/18/2008 |
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 ...
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| Another question on footstraps | 4/17/2008 |
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 ...
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| using windsurf sail and mast for a kayak project | 4/9/2008 |
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 ...
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| equipe mast track | 3/5/2008 |
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 ...
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| bic veloce328 | 2/12/2008 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfing Footstraps | 1/21/2008 |
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 ...
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| attatching the Uphaul | 1/7/2008 |
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 ...
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| my equipment | 12/5/2007 |
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 ...
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| difference between windsurfing and surfing | 11/27/2007 |
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 ...
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| Waterstarts | 11/21/2007 |
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 ...
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| JP X CITE RIDE | 11/15/2007 |
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 ...
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| Overweight | 11/3/2007 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| Windsurf | 10/16/2007 |
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 ...
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| Want to start doing some tricks and jumps | 9/29/2007 |
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 ...
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| jibing | 9/14/2007 |
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 ...
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| jibing | 9/13/2007 |
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 ...
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| jibing | 9/12/2007 |
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. ...
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| tip of board sinking | 9/12/2007 |
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 ...
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| windsurf board repair | 9/4/2007 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| planing | 9/3/2007 |
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 ...
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| one design u-joint | 9/1/2007 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| old Mistral | 8/28/2007 |
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 ...
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| Bic Sailboard Parts | 8/27/2007 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfing/Gorge Trip | 8/26/2007 |
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 ...
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| Bic windsurfers | 8/25/2007 |
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 ...
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| Outhaul | 8/22/2007 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| harness lines | 8/11/2007 |
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 ...
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| buying a larger sail | 8/9/2007 |
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. ...
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| Mast base | 8/8/2007 |
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 ...
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| buying a larger sail | 8/8/2007 |
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 ...
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| Old Bic Part Needed | 8/7/2007 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfing board size v. body weight | 8/7/2007 |
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 ...
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| HiFly mast base | 8/7/2007 |
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 ...
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| buying a larger sail | 8/5/2007 |
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 ...
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| mast pin | 8/3/2007 |
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 ...
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| Rigging | 7/12/2007 |
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 ...
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| Fanatic Viper mast foot | 6/27/2007 |
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 ...
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| beginner rigging question | 6/26/2007 |
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 ...
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| Mistral Windsurfer Mastfoot | 6/24/2007 |
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 ...
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| Sailing Downwind | 6/12/2007 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| windsurfing mast | 5/18/2007 |
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 ...
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| custom graphics on windsurfing board | 5/1/2007 |
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. ...
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| Parts for Sailboards | 4/29/2007 |
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 ...
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| windsurfing sail | 4/15/2007 |
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 ...
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| newbie | 4/12/2007 |
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 ...
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| help | 4/9/2007 |
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 ...
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| help | 4/8/2007 |
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 ...
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| help | 4/6/2007 |
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. ...
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| which windsurf to buy for 16 years beginner | 12/2/2006 |
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. ...
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| Mistral mastfoot parts | 11/9/2006 |
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 ...
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| Use of 2 sectioned masts | 10/17/2006 |
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 ...
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| getting into the back foot strap | 10/15/2006 |
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 ...
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| UJ | 10/10/2006 |
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 ...
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| Windsurfer mast flexi joint | 10/8/2006 |
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 ...
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| slipping mast | 9/25/2006 |
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 ...
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| RRD Spitfire 149 | 9/11/2006 |
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 ...
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| equipment | 9/11/2006 |
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 ...
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| beginner tips | 9/3/2006 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| RRD equipment | 8/14/2006 |
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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| Used gear | 7/9/2006 |
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 ...
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| WIndsurfing gear maze | 6/9/2006 |
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 ...
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| surf boards | 5/16/2006 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| Foot straps | 9/22/2005 |
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 ...
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| technique | 9/21/2005 |
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 ...
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| Batons and speed | 2/27/2005 |
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 ...
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| Rookie | 2/15/2005 |
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 ...
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| 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; ...
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| 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 ...
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| board | 5/31/2004 |
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. ...
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| sails | 5/4/2004 |
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 ...
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| waterstaet in strong wind | 4/26/2004 |
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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| harness choices | 4/28/2003 |
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 ...
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| waterstarting | 3/24/2003 |
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 ...
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| mast problems | 2/15/2003 |
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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