Armstrong Hs1050 speed range

[grtlakes]

I am enjoying this foil. I was able to enjoy really great angles into the wind and downwind today. I was also trying to get going as fast as possible. I broke 35 kph. I realize that is not very fast. I also realize speed depends upon technique and experience.

So question: What kind of speed would a seasoned rider experience?

Thanks

[windmaker]

Kite or Wing?

[grtlakes]

Good question.
About 20 kts. I was using an OR prodigy 8m kite.

[bigwave]

The Armstrong HS1050 is the wing I use the most. I have had it over 40 kph when pushing it. The HS1550 surprised me with how fast(35 kph) I could get it going in LW. Generally, the Armstrong wings are not speed demons. The exception would be the HS625.
Like you said, technique, experience and equipment will all play a big role in how comfortable you are at higher speeds.

[grtlakes]

Thanks bigwave. That’s exactly the info I was looking for. I may just have to visit the shop in the spring.

[borist]

Don’t forget the stabilizer wing. If you want to go faster make sure you have the smaller tail wing

[bigwave]

Don’t forget the stabilizer wing. If you want to go faster make sure you have the smaller tail wing

Thats a very good point. The HS232 Stabilizer is noticeably faster and makes for tighter turns. Another thing you can do related to the Stabilizer is use the +1 Shim. It will reduce the lift and increase the speed.

[grtlakes]

I am using the HS232. I will use the +1 shim and if I can find some I’ll try flat water.