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by norcom
Fri Dec 17, 2021 4:58 am
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: High Aspect wing hype not for kiting?
Replies: 31
Views: 29941

Re: High Aspect wing hype not for kiting?

I've been sitting on my new PNL185 for a few weeks now. Just haven't had a chance to try it. Primarily kite with GL210 and on the lighter days GL240. Pretty much gave up on the original GoFoil wing quiver. No idea if I'll like this new wing but I didn't think I would ever trade the Iwa for the GL210...
by norcom
Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:35 pm
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Tips for riding kite foil board upside down to get out of the shallows
Replies: 21
Views: 16152

Re: Tips for riding kite foil board upside down to get out of the shallows

Have seen the video and/or pictures of someone doing it but can't find them now. Tried it a few times and the straps and shape of my boards make it almost impossible. Perhaps if I was WAY overpowered but it was just easier and safer to walk out until I could start. I think if the board was just a f...
by norcom
Fri Dec 03, 2021 7:13 pm
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Tips for riding kite foil board upside down to get out of the shallows
Replies: 21
Views: 16152

Re: Tips for riding kite foil board upside down to get out of the shallows

Have seen the video and/or pictures of someone doing it but can't find them now. Tried it a few times and the straps and shape of my boards make it almost impossible. Perhaps if I was WAY overpowered but it was just easier and safer to walk out until I could start. I think if the board was just a fl...
by norcom
Thu Sep 30, 2021 2:08 am
Forum: Wingsurfing
Topic: Predict a Flurry of rotator cuff and related shoulder injuries associated with wing foiling
Replies: 18
Views: 7646

Re: Predict a Flurry of rotator cuff and related shoulder injuries associated with wing foiling

Had an epic wing sesh about 5-6 months ago now. Really over used my arms and a week later I developed golfers AND tennis elbow. I'm still recovering. Definitely should have used a harness but the whole idea behind it was to simplify.
by norcom
Sun Sep 12, 2021 4:28 am
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: why exactly is the flysurfer peak the best kite ever made?
Replies: 79
Views: 36404

Re: why exactly is the flysurfer peak the best kite ever made?

For me it’s simple, because Peak 4’s with large foils opened up conditions that I have never thought would be possible AND this much fun. If I lived somewhere with different wind conditions, I would probably have a different view on “the best kite” for the location.
by norcom
Wed Sep 08, 2021 12:56 am
Forum: Wingsurfing
Topic: New Cabrinha Wingfoil Gear
Replies: 4
Views: 1357

Re: New Cabrinha Wingfoil Gear

Hopefully they fixed this thing. I have the Crosswing X2 in 5m, it's a turd. The wing's not stable in light or high winds if flying with one hand. Whether on the front loop or the front handle, it just constantly pivots/moves left and right for some reason. I knew it always felt unstable but then I ...
by norcom
Tue Aug 03, 2021 3:17 am
Forum: Reviews
Topic: Takoon SW 5'1 :(
Replies: 7
Views: 11480

Re: Takoon SW 5'1 :(

Light, strong or cheap. Pick any two.

The damage isn’t in the standing or foil area and doesn’t take a lot of load. Cut it out, dry it, fill it with some hard urethane foam and cover with some glass. Check the following link for more repair ideas: https://boardlady.com/
by norcom
Tue Apr 27, 2021 11:03 pm
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Has Anyone Tried A Big Board For Kite Foiling In Super Low Wind
Replies: 29
Views: 5897

Re: Has Anyone Tried A Big Board For Kite Foiling In Super Low Wind

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Still use my 100L 5'10 with a kite. That board with a GL240 and a 6m Peak4 make the impossible possible but it doesn't always make it fun.
by norcom
Sat Apr 17, 2021 5:03 am
Forum: Foil Kites
Topic: best front foil wing for very light wind kiting
Replies: 10
Views: 3029

Re: best front foil wing for very light wind kiting

I’m riding a GL240, GL210 and M280 with a 6m Peak 4. I can ride in LIGHT wind. :D Though I don’t use the M280 as much anymore. The thinner wings have better glide once going but the thick wing can ride much slower.
by norcom
Tue Apr 13, 2021 5:44 pm
Forum: Gear Builders
Topic: Action cam mount distance
Replies: 1
Views: 3302

Re: Action cam mount distance

From my experience with a few different kite line mounts and looping, there's always a chance a line will catch. Loop your kite and look at where the lines cross and try to put it above that but there will still be a chance if the lines slack. Luckily every time I've had one catch the kite would sti...

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