In reference to the earlier post about sizing of the Hyperflex suits.... I just picked up a Large Amp-K 5/3. Sizing Chart says: Large: 40-42" chest, 35-37" waist, 170-190Lbs, 5'11" My measurements; 41"chest, 177lbs., 35"waist, 5' 11" It is SNUG! (but not too snug) If you are in-between, lean to the ...

Do keep us informed on your progress. Pictures too.

The factory setup may not be right for every condition.

You wouldn't be the right person for a FS if you didn't like to tinker!

SO, Hyperflex might fit a litle small?
What are the pros/cons of front or back zip?

Hey Dan, Try folding it in half, then when it is deflated enough, fold it in half again, with the tip and centre trailing edge ports open and the fabric that covers the velcro preventing it from closing pulled out. I can deflate my 12m as fast as I can roll it up that way. I doubt the 19m would be m...

FAKE.....watch the cars frame by frame...on just appears, one just moves.

Gunnar, that is a neat video...reassuring. Looked like a hard landing though!

Were you able to relaunch it after that?

Oh S#%T!
I just picked up a 3m (actually 2.5) HQ Hydra for my 9yr old daughter!

She said she wanted something to drag her around in the water at the beach...I figured "that'll do it!"

"But Dad! It's only fun when it's dangerous!"

Mako, Mako, Mako....your driving me crazy! I am planning on buying one of these from one of the helpful people below, but talk about conflict of opinion!...I guess I am splitting hairs looking for 'just the right fit'. Here are some of the answers I have heard from what I consider knowledgeable sour...

That top of a cliff idea to measure wind is simply stupid. The Venturi effect forces air to speed up around obstacles (like cliffs). Be realistic. How do you measure wind? Do you carry a 10m pole to the beach with you? 5 knots at the level of the rider on the beach. Simple. Where this happens can ma...