I have come to hate high speed crashes on foil. I think I have a glass jaw...

That injury can also happen from a blunt strike especially when skin is soft from being in the water for a bit. I had my ankle sliced open deeply from a foil two years ago. The surgeon was pretty sure the skin was split open--like a strike from boxing--vs sliced open. Told me that soaked skin can te...

"Im 27yo, not looking for any 80 year old grampa kiting pals. Had way to many of those back home. Literally no one younger than 40, made the hang after and before sessions different." Maybe don't post on nwkite... Signed, 57 year old kiter and skier that hopes to be shredding at 80 and beyond like s...

Get the 36 then, for sure

the 450 gives a bit more surf-feel to the front wing, and yes more front foot foot pressure which I like. The 683S/679 is a very nice wing.

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Win-Win in my book!

I get about 200 sessions a year, or more, but it takes me 4x as long to learn a move compared to most so not sure if that counts...?

Happy New Year to All

I really appreciate this site and the folks that make it happen.

Dress as if you were going alpine skiing: Polypro, or wool thermal wear. Do not wear cotton. I like the one piece "Union Suit" as a base layer. If you search for "Kayak Thermal Wear" a lot of options come up" Level6, Kokatat, Immersion Research, Stohlquist, Ocean Rodeo... Winter white water kayakers...

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That looks like the knife to get

The 679 sure looks like the 683S.... Without knowing for sure, I'd say yes. I now ride the 683S after 1.5 years on the 633. Both are terrific wings. ^^^^ Grigor brings up an excellent point regarding weight. I have good friend who weighs about 130 lbs. She could not hold down the 633. Tried everythi...