I don't really keep up on all the models from all the brands, but
traditionally, the Gos have been beginner boards. Board choice really
depends on what level you hope to achieve, how often you plan to sail,
& what conditions you plan to sail in. 99% of the people in your
position would be looking at a free-ride board (assuming you're
looking to get into planing sailing). These are just good all-around
boards. Virtually all manufacturers make free-ride boards, so really
the two considerations should be size & construction. Lighter boards
will be more fun but more succeptible to damage and more expensive.
For a person your size, you would probably be looking at board volumes
ranging from 120L up to 160L. 120L would be for a fairly aggressive
person looking to sail mostly in somewhat higher winds (say 16 to
22mph average). 160L for someone less aggressive, or only sailing a
few times a year, or for sailing in lighter winds (say 8 to 18mph
average).
The same type of considerations would me made for sails. A free ride
sail with 0 to 2 cams would be perfectly suitable. Also, i you're
open to owning two sails, you could really extend your sailable days.
Something like an 8.5 and a 6.3 could probably be made to work on one
mast and boom and would give you a lot of wind range.
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On Apr 9, 10:13=A0am, bertbarndoor <bertbarnd...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> Hi, I am finally going to take the plunge and buy a complete setup.
> What boards should I consider? About 15 years ago I took a weeks worth
> of lessons and got somewhat proficient. Over the years, I've at most
> dabbled, mostly on lake Ontario. I've never used a harness and I never
> did waterstarts. Now, I am starting to learn harness and I am going to
> take a few more lessons just to make sure I drill home the basics, as
> I make this a more frequent hobby/s****t.
>
> So, what should I be looking at for boards and the rest of the rig?
> Money is not a huge concern, but I'm not looking to break the bank
> either. If I could get setup for less than $3k, I think I would be
> happy.
>
> I am 5'11 and 185 lbs. I will be sailing on almost exclusively flat
> water. I want a board that will be fun to sail in moderate winds (I'm
> not sure what the average windspeed is on the lake, but I don't think
> it is usually outrageous blowing). I want a board where I can refine
> the basics, learn to use the harness well, and have fun sailing
> thereafter. I'd like something that won't be super hard to 'learn' on,
> but that I can also retain and refine intermediate skills on. I don't
> want a raft with a sail that I will outgrow in a day, but I don't want
> a board that will discourage me and make me give up.
>
> So, I've been looking at the Starboard Go line. They have a few
> different models. Anything else I should consider? What are your
> thoughts on how many liters? =A0How many, what type of sails? Any other
> boards of note? Of course I am going to see advice from the store, but
> I'd like to be armed with some knowledge ahead of time. Thanks,
>
> Rob
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