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PA Rick

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New Boarder
« on: March 27, 2017, 10:29:14 AM »
Hello, I am new to the sport having paddled a few times last year.  In the market to buy a board of my own and curious as to the size.  I am 6'5 and 195 lbs.  will mostly use for lakes, etc in Pennsylvania and thereabouts. 

any insight would be helpful.

thanks, Rick

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #1 on: March 27, 2017, 10:48:50 AM »
Welcome to the Zone PA Rick!

Depending upon where you are in PA, one of your first stops could be with Jim at Extreme Windsurfing Atlantic City.  He's having a board demo in April at the AC shop.  I'm hoping to make that event myself and would look forward to seeing you there.

In the meantime give him a shout.

http://www.extremewindsurfing.com/calendar
 

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #2 on: March 27, 2017, 11:59:58 AM »
Keep your eyes on the classifieds on the Zone, check distressed mullet classifieds and your local Craigslist as many a good used board and paddle deals to be found !!

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #3 on: March 27, 2017, 12:53:17 PM »
more specifically, what size board should I look for based on my height/weight?

thanks for the reply.
Rick

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #4 on: March 27, 2017, 01:05:49 PM »
If you are just paddling flatwater and not surfing, don't bother with an all around type board. Get a touring board.

Length between 12 and 14 feet.

Width 28"min - 32"max. Narrower is faster. Wider is more stable.

Volume 200 - 300 liters.

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« Last Edit: March 27, 2017, 01:44:22 PM by Badger »
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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #5 on: March 27, 2017, 01:08:08 PM »
That's funny, while Badger was writing the post above I was writing this: (By the way Badger is not wrong)

That's just it, at your height and weight there are tons of boards that would be appropriate for you to start out on.  It's hard to say without actually seeing you on a board how well you balance for 6'5" but at 195 lbs, any all around board over 10' would probably work fine.  Since you are on the tall side, maybe going a little wide would be good, say 32".  (If you have reasonable balance, anything over 30" wide would do it but wider would be more comfortable.)

What have you paddled so far?

 

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #6 on: March 27, 2017, 01:11:48 PM »
Lake Arthur and Lake Erie (bay side).  I have pretty good balance.  ... I am in Western PA.

also did Virginia beach on the sound side...

thanks for the advice all around. 

Rick

 

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #7 on: March 27, 2017, 01:45:34 PM »
After reading Beans post above, I will say, all around boards are less expensive and will get you on the water while you learn and do research. That's what most of us started with.

I went through four boards in my first year. Started with 10'6 x 32" which was extremely stable. Then 11' x 30", 12'6 x 29 and 14' x 28".

Length also plays a part in stability. A 10'6 x 28" would be fairly tippy for most people, while a 14' x 28" is much more manageable.

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #8 on: March 27, 2017, 01:48:22 PM »
let me clarify: I have decent balance.   I don't want to overstate it. lol...

thanks for the insight again. Rick

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #9 on: March 27, 2017, 02:06:15 PM »
I feel like I have decent balance too.

If I were in your position, I would go with a 14 foot touring board. To me, flatwater is all about the glide and for that you want a long waterline. I like to go exploring and put in some miles.

I could have easily started with a width of 28" on a 14 footer and would have gotten used to it quickly.

But that's me. I'm 6'1 x 170 lbs and 60 years old. I started when I was 56.

I mostly surf these days and don't hit the flatwater as much as I used to. I had a 14' for a while but sold it. I still have my 12''6 which is good enough for the amount of exploring I do. I can only afford so many boards.

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #10 on: March 27, 2017, 02:18:02 PM »
more specifically, what size board should I look for based on my height/weight?

thanks for the reply.
Rick

I'm about your height and weight and my new 11'2"x 32" Naish Quest would be perfect.. or something with similar dimensions in other brands.


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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #11 on: March 27, 2017, 04:01:19 PM »
I recommend skipping the all around/surf board straight up if you aren't surfing. You will want to upgrade to a longer, touring style board almost as soon as you start, so do that bit of research now for the type of water you will be paddling on and get a much more suitable board right out of the gate.  Unless you find a smoking deal on an all around board and want two boards right away so you can have a loaner, board for the kids, have storage issues etc.






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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #12 on: March 27, 2017, 06:08:48 PM »
I agree with the idea that you don't need a surf-style board. Go for a touring style board. A few suggestions which you can take a look at:

Pau Hana Endurance, which is a very tough 12' touring style board.
Bic Wing 12'6", a little less tough but faster than the Endurance
Hydrus Elysium 12'6 x 29

All of these are on the smaller side. You can probably get a 14' starter board fairly cheaply too. I got one for $600, and it's one of my main rides. Your going to bump your board around at first, so avoid the delicate high-performance hulls.

See what your local dealer has. Bic Wings are everywhere, so you might get a chance to demo one. I'd try out as many rides as you can.
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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #13 on: March 28, 2017, 03:01:14 AM »
Here are some shapes to study. This will give you a good idea of what a touring board is and approximately what they cost.

http://www.paddleboardspecialists.com/Touring-SUP-Paddleboards/products/25/

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Re: New Boarder
« Reply #14 on: March 28, 2017, 03:34:21 AM »
There are LOTS of great boards out there. If one interests you, or you see one on Criagslist or something, ask about it. Trust me, you'll get opinions.  :D
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