Windsurfing Board Recommendation for Light to Moderate Winds

QuestionHello! I weigh 80 kg ( 170 lbs). I have been doing windsurfing for about 2 years . I am not a speed buff, I do windsurfing mostly in light-to mode

Windsurfing Mast Diameter Specifications: SDM Dimensions & Standards

QuestionHi Having some experience from kite-buggying my son and I are planning building landsailors based on windsurfer sails.   The question is: &nbs

Windsurfing Return: Is a New Board Right for You?

QuestionI have been sailing on and off for the past sixteen years, mostly off for many reasons.  I took lessons years ago and I have sailed various si

Fanatic Shark 145L: Planning Performance & Wind Dependence - Expert Analysis

QuestionHi! Concerning the Fanatic Shark 145 lts, somebody  has commented in one of the Forums that , while it planes early due to its relative low w

Free Ride Board Recommendation for Intermediate Sailors - BIC Techno 112

QuestionQUESTION: Patrick, My main board is a refinished 112 custom rouge wave slalom 1997. Sail range 5.0-6.7. I enjoy sailing this board as it is light

Stolen Surfboard Identification: Provide Details to Police - Oklahoma

Question experimental equipment Yes, hi, I have spent a few hours now trying to find a picture of my board. I need it to give to the police  because i

Windsurfing Re-Entry: Gear Recommendations for Returning Enthusiasts

QuestionIn my 20s my buddies and I did a lot of windsurfing. The five of us actually brought the sport to Long Beach Island, NJ in the early 80s. Anyway, h

Windsurfing Board Volume Recommendation for Intermediate Windsurfers

QuestionHello Windlover, Please find my sincere appreciation for the quality of the answers you provide! I am a lightweight (150lbs) windsurfer with an in

Find a Mistral Ventura Daggerboard: Specs, Alternatives & Contact Info

QuestionSearching for a daggerboard for a mistral ventura 1990s baord. need actual board unlikely, spec sheet to fabricate, photo of someone elses, or pos

Choosing the Right Volume for Your Intermediate Board: 130-135L vs. 145L

QuestionHello! I am still gathering info for my next intermediate board. I am now convinced that a 160 lts would be too little of a change from my current

Board Volume for Optimal Buoyancy: A Weight & Wind Condition Guide

QuestionHello, Im 83Kg. What is the lowest amount of volume in litres of board, to keep me floating on it even in very light or no wind conditions? Particu

Choosing the Right Sailboard Size for Light Winds (80kg Rider)

Questionis there a calculation for own weight vs minimum litres to be able to uphaul in light winds?  I have 2 boards and can waterstart easily on the

Taboo Rocket 145 vs. Fanatic Shark 145: Rail Design & Upwind Performance

QuestionHi! I am at an early intermediate stage and I am undecided whether to buy a Taboo Rocket 145 or a Fanatic Shark 145. I havent seen either as yet b

Powerbox Fin Wedge & Slot Dimensions: Technical Specs & Repair

QuestionHi there, would you happen to know what are the standard Powerbox fin wedge and board fin slot dimensions? Any sites on fin manufacture details?

Replacing a Mast Track on an Older Alpha Comptec Board

Question Alpha Hi, I need to replace the mast track for an old Alpha Comptec board, the thing is parts for those boards are no longer available and I`d lik

Windsurfing Board Repair: Fixing Punctures & Dings

QuestionI accidently put a 1/4 inch puncture hole below the rocker line in my HyFly Magnum (Polyprophlene) windsurfing board.  The hole is small and i

Beginner's Guide to Surfing: Equipment, Best Spots & Safety

QuestionHello, I know it is kind of late, but I have some questions for a project. What equipment do you need? Where (in your opinion) is the best place to

Optimal Sail Size Recommendations for the Electric Rock & Astro Rock Boards

QuestionWhat are the best sail sizes for the Electric Rock? I am about 180 lbs and have used 4.0 to 7.0 on the E-Rock. What about the Astro Rock? AnswerHe

Windsurfing for Beginners: Gear Recommendations for New Enthusiasts

QuestionHi, I am a new comer in wind surfing! never done it before,,,here is who I am: I am now at 52 years old, wight of 245lbs and moving down to 210 lbs

Find O'Brien Sailboard Parts: eBay & Craigslist

QuestionI am looking for OBrien Sailboard parts. I need centerboard,mast mount and extension. Thank you AnswerHey Jack, The best I can suggest is to chec