This is an online blog journal of all my kitesurfing activities. I blog and log every kitesurfing session and provide information on skills progression, gear, weather and locations. I am based in Melbourne, Australia where we are blessed with good winds and some wonderful kitesurfing. I also take kitecam photos and video. I also record many sessions with a GPS.
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Monday, December 12, 2011
What do you think about a race board?
I am considering buying a race board. I am going to try one first at The Zu boardsports. They have an Airush Sector 60 on demo.
Airush Sector 60
Naish Venturi race board
Here is a video of one in action:
Some advantages I see are:
great for downwinders - long ones
good for low wind days - lots of bouyancy.
another variation to try out
handy if I ever want to have a go at course racing
good for speed runs - if I ever get to go out at Sandy Point.
Some disadvantages I see:
long fins - no good for shallow water
hard to turn/tack - gybe turn required?
an extra board to squeeze into the shed
not so easy to transport - long board and long fins
Have you tried one out? Any comments or suggestions?
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