Finding Replacement Parts for Old Fanatic Sailboards

QuestionI was given an old (dont know the year) fanatic sailboard, and it is missing a piece.  I have the board, mast, boom, sail, but it appears to b

Identify & Find Replacement Parts for Vintage Adjustable Base - Marine Hardware

QuestionHi, I have bought an old board, not sure what brand it is, no markings etc. It has an old school adjustable track for the base and a dagger board,

Repairing a Broken Sail Mast: Advice & Options

QuestionI was out on Lake Superior the other day with 6-8ft waves that well, lets just say I eventually ended up on a rock barrior and my mast had snappe

Mistral Competition Superlight Mast Hole Guide: Wind Conditions

QuestionI can never keep track of which hole is used for the mast, which for the safety retaining plug in which wind conditions for this vintage board. &n

Used Mistral Sailboats: Finding Value & Reliability

QuestionQUESTION: Hi Windlover, Like so many people I sailed when I was young and then I got on the merry-go-round. Twenty-five years later I really want t

Finding the Right Boom for Your Ultra Cat Sail (2.3M)

QuestionI need a boom for an ultra cat.  Ive looked at Chinook and could not find an alternative. What boom will work? The label on the sail states Il

Finding a Fanatic Ram 310 Daggerboard: Where to Search

QuestionHi , i am trying to purchase a fanatic ram 310 windsurfer daggerboard. any ideas where i may get one, i understand its an old board now. thanks and

HiFly 111 Sailboard Fin Mount Replacement & Repair

QuestionGood afternoon, I recently purchased an older model HiFly 111 sailboard and the piece that holds the center (large) fin in place has rotted due

Choosing the Right Windsurfing Board: Transitioning from Floaters to Sinker

QuestionHey Windlover, What size board do you recommend for the perpetual intermediate to transition from floaters to sinkers? Im 5 10 and 215 lbs. Except

Best Epoxy Resin for Mistral Superlight Repair - Expert Advice

Question Puncture Hi Windlover, My 1985 Mistral Competition Superlight has a small (less than dime-sized dent/puncture in the deck. As you may know, these

Windsurfing in Light Winds: Gear Recommendations for Intermediate Sailors

QuestionHi! I am an intermediate level windsurfer, meaning I can plane in the footstraps and harness, do a fast tack, heli tack and basic jibe. I am using

Windsurfing in Charlotte, NC: Local Spots & Rentals

QuestionHi, I am coming from England to spend a month in Charlotte in October and I am looking for some local windsurfing. I will need to hire all the kit

Mistral 3.7m Board & Wayler 4.64m Mast Compatibility - Expert Advice

QuestionHi I have one board mistral 3.72mt and one mast wayler 4.64mt lomng . Do you know it there is a posible to use this mast with this table? Whst cai

Windsurfer WSF A484: Finding Manuals & Rigging Help

QuestionDo you know where I can get an instruction manual and parts list for the above old windsurfer.  Im not sure I am rigging it right and I think

Is a 143L F2 Xantos 310 Suitable for a 200lb Sailor?

Question F2 Xantos 310 I found a F2 Xantos 310 board for sale in my area. I am 200 lbs and the board is listed as 143 liters. Would this board work for my

Removing a HiFly Mast Base: A Step-by-Step Guide

QuestionI have an OLD HiFly board.  I want to take the mast base off so I can use it as a paddle board when there is no wind.  I havent used it i

Aluminum vs. Fiberglass Masts: A Sailor's Perspective

QuestionFOLLOW-UP QUESTION: the seller also has a 7.0 sail from the same maker and period.  It doesnt have any of the damage like the 6.0, however, it

Beginner Windsurfing Boards: Exploring Options & Older Models

QuestionWindlover, Im also an advanced beginner and would like to follow up on your previous answer.  The boards that you described are obviously all

Rigging Instructions & Troubleshooting: O'Brien Elite with 7.0 TopSail Slalom Wing

QuestionHi, Just picked up the afformentioned board on the cheap, and I know it is a dinosaur but still want to get it out on the water. Wondering if the

Mistral Windsurf Board Assembly & Rigging Guide - Setup & Tips

QuestionI recently purchased one of these boards and need to know how to put her together,Can u help me???? Answer Windsurfer Hey Larry & Leisa, I get th