Choosing the Right Fanatic Viper Volume for Your Needs

QuestionI am interested in the Fanatic Viper; I used to WS about 20 years ago, and could balance and tack (not graceful and often ending in the water). &n

Windsurfing Footstrap Trouble: Getting Planing Control & Board Stability

QuestionI am 240lbs, I have been windsurfing a long time, I sail a Starboard Go 170 liters, in 15-25 winds Ill use a 5.9 or 6.7 sail. I can plane but I can

Returning to Windsurfing: Board Recommendations for Estuary Conditions

QuestionWhen in my 20s I used to windsurf a lot on a mistral tarifa and screamer and absolutely loved it. Could water start and just about carve gybe. Ha

Mast Base Compatibility for Mistral Superlight Boards - Expert Advice

QuestionHi,  I have an old mistral superlight and need a mast base for it.  If and when I find or fabricate one, will I also need to purchase an

Comparing Older & Newer Windsurf Boards: A Beginner's Perspective

QuestionI keep hearing about the differences between old-school and new boards.  Im an intermediate with average skills.  How much difference wou

Used Wafler Sailboard Value: Estimate & Factors

QuestionCan you give me a ballpark estimate on the value of a used wayler sailboard without seeing it?  the specs on the board are:  length 3.82m

Choosing the Right Mast for Your Mistral SST Board - A Beginner's Guide

QuestionQUESTION: Just bought a used Mistral SST with a Rushwind sail.  We dont have a mast and have no idea what to look for.  We have the mast

DIY Sail Design for Mountain Board: Dimensions & Construction

QuestionHi, im making a sail for my mountian board,  the mast is a fishing rod(seems to be holding) the sail itself is made of damp proof stuff(pretty

Mistral Pandera Volume: Finding Your Board's Capacity

QuestionI have a 1990 Mistral Pandera that I am selling and was asked what is the volume / liters of the board. I have searched the net for specs. I dont h

Choosing the Right Junior Windsurfing Sail Size: A Guide

QuestionWe have just started windsurfing and are looking to buy a junior rig for the kids but am having difficulty working out what size sail to use. &nbs

Mistral Malibu Mast Base Compatibility & Installation - Troubleshooting

QuestionI have a Mistral Malibu that a friend gave to me a long time ago.  I brought it out cause my wife wants to get on it. The person that gave it

Is This Old Bic Melody Windsurfing Board Worth Restoring?

QuestionI bought an old board for $50 at a garage sale.  Ive always wanted to try it but not much of it going on near St Louis.  I saw part of my

Windsurfing Board Recommendation for Intermediate Sailors (200 lbs)

QuestionI learned to sail at the Gorge and still have all the high wind stuff (Mistral Stinger) in the garage but...now spend a month per summer on the Atl

Essential Equipment Upgrades for Returning Sailors

QuestionI抳e perused your site and love all the advice- I have a situation similar to those getting back into sailing. I used to handle most moderate wind c

Windsurfing Mast Diameter: Finding the Right Fit

QuestionHello, I found your website during a search for a OBrien Mast Foot. Like a lot of people I found an old OBrien set up for free.  I always wand

PFD vs. Waist Harness: Which is Right for You?

QuestionQUESTION: Aloha Windlover, Ive read many of your comments over the last year and youve always seemed insightful. Maybe you can help me out?? Thi

Fanatic Club Windsurfing Board: Sail Replacement & Brand Info

QuestionHello, I have the opportunity to pick up a Fanatic Club (not sure what model) for free, but it is missing the sail(s).  Do you know where I co

Mistral Slider Track Foot Identification & Repair

QuestionI have just been given a Mistral Comp but with no mast foot. It has a slider track with one hole. In the hole is a single small bar which i assume

Mistral Bermuda Mastfoot Disassembly: A Windsurfer's Guide

QuestionHey Windlover, Just bought my second used windsurf on Craigslist. Nice condition Mistral Bermuda, with the exception of the universal joint. Ill

Mistral Bermuda Windsurfer Assembly Guide & Troubleshooting

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