Choosing the Right Windsurfing Wetsuit for Fall & Spring

QuestionHi Windlover, As we move into fall I have noticed that the water temperature is going down a little bit each time I go to the lake. So I figure i

Vintage Curtis Hawk Windsurfer: Worth the Investment?

QuestionI may be able to purchase a brand new, never used 20 year old (give or take)Curtis Hawk windsurfer. I have seen a couple of comments stating there

Choosing a Smaller Windsurf Board: Size & Value for Intermediate Freeride

QuestionHello, Considering a smaller board to add to my quiver and am wondering on the best size and if it is worth it. Ive been an 99 l intermediate fr

Windsurfer Mast Foot Compatibility & Repair - Vintage Setup

QuestionHi, i have been given an old 80s windsurfer set up. The board has 2 holes rather than a slot to fit the mast into. The mast is a ten cate single p

Restoring a W.A.V.E. Hollow Surfboard: Value & Repair Advice

QuestionHi. I recently got a W.A.V.E. Hollow surfboard. It is blue, had the fin and sticker and only cosmetic damage-no dings or cracks. I think with a lit

Understanding Mistral Boom Length: Converting Meters to Boom Size

QuestionMy mistral has a boom length of 2.4 written on it--what does that translate to in boom size since I have to but a new boom for the sail... Chris

Windsurf Mast Foot Compatibility & Standard Sizes - Expert Advice

QuestionI live in Puerto Rico and use to windsurf in the 80s dusting off my old Obrien found out is in very good condition but I cant find the mast foot. T

Mistral Ventura (1989): Mast & Foot Compatibility - Expert Advice

QuestionHi! I will have to make a quick decision over the weekend  about buying a 1989 Mistral Ventura,( which I havent seen yet ). Do you know off h

Windsurfing for Beginners: Getting Started with Your Equipment

QuestionI bought a board 9.5, with 2 sails, mast is 2 parts and the part you hold on to that is attached to the sail.  Ive never windsurfed but I sail

HiFly Windsurfer Mast Base Attachment Rubber Piece Replacement

QuestionQUESTION: The mast base attachment piece broke on my very old HiFly windsurfer.  It is two pieces held together by a 3/4 inch thick round rubb

Finding Replacement Parts for Your Wayler Windsurf Board

Questioni have a old wayler and its missing the fin and center board any ideas were i can get these parts AnswerHey Dave, Wayler parts are hard to find.

Sell Your Tencate Windsurfer: A Guide for Beginners

Question Windsurfing board  Sail   Hi Windlover, Ive got a 12 Tencate DDF Windsurfer with a Mistral Progressive Line 6.3 sail (mast 4.63, ext -

Find a Replacement Dagger Board for Your O'Brien Freesail (1970s)

QuestionAny idea where I can find a dagger board for my mid 1970s OBrien Freesail board? I have a Fresail II but am told that the dagger board for the Free

Alpha Comptec 130f Windsurf Package - Price & Condition

Questionthank you for being here.  I am looking at buying a complete package  (EVERYTHING included) Itsa Alpha Comptec 130f 295cm walter feldt. c

Broken Windsurfing Mast Tendon: Repair & Replacement Options

Question Expanded mast base  Broken tendon   This question is similar to one from Ismail on 12/31/2008.  I have an old Marlin 717 board and

Hi-Fly F2 Comet Board Repair: Mast Base & Alu-Track Removal

Question Mast Base Images  Alu Track Images   Not knowing if you are still involved with providing help for stranded windsurfers, I would be grat

Windsurfing: Improving Straps & Sail Trim - Expert Advice

QuestionI have been windsurfing for a number of years but have not advanced as beyond the basics.  My goal has been to get back to the straps on my bo

Alpha Phantom Mast Base Replacement - Find Parts & Repair

Question Alpha mast base   Hi there My trusty old Alpha Phantom from the early 80s has just broken the mast base. Is there any hope of finding a mas

1982 Wayler YPSI Tail Fin Box (Upper Half) - Replacement Part

Question fin box top (1)  fin box top (2)   I am trying to locate a part for my 1982/83 Wayler YPSI sailboard.  The part I require is the up

Identifying the Missing Mast-Foot Spring Loop for F2 Comet Slalom 315

QuestionHello Windlover, I have an F2 Comet Slalom 315 from circa 1992.  I pulled it out after 15 years and attempted to attach the mast foot to the