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L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« on: November 16, 2014, 08:57:48 AM »
Looking for some rider feedback.   After reading about the L41 simsup on the zone, I've ordered the 8’ S3 from Kirk. Now I’m sort of second guessing myself after reading lots of good stuff about the SST model.   Would have to speak with Kirk, but there may still be time to change my order. Should I?  Generally I would be surfing waist to chest beach break along both Florida coasts. 

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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #1 on: November 16, 2014, 02:25:51 PM »
I'd suggest talking with Kirk.  Tell him about your skill, size, break, what you like, and what you are hoping for in a board.  He'll give his take on what would work best.  I did the same, and he thought the ST fit the bill for me. But I'm sure he'd recommend the S3 or another model depending on the circumstance. 
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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #2 on: November 17, 2014, 06:51:24 AM »
yes I did and he recommended the S3. Also like the looks of the split tail and wold like to hear more on its pro & cons. Thanks

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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #3 on: November 22, 2014, 08:23:56 AM »
My new S3 is almost done. First glimpse looks awesome! Hope to have it soon as these cold fronts have been delivering some small surf.

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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #4 on: November 22, 2014, 08:34:19 AM »
Here's the picture he sent. also some of the surf we got Friday.

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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #5 on: November 22, 2014, 08:43:59 AM »
Here is new version and something else to think about.

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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #6 on: November 22, 2014, 08:48:20 AM »
OHH your killin me.... I haven't paid for this one yet

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Re: L41 S3 - vs – SST (split tail) opinions?
« Reply #7 on: November 22, 2014, 08:59:03 AM »
Your S3 looks unreal!  My ST should be arriving the first week of December.  I went with a similar setup as yours--vnet on the bottom with carbon rails.  Mine is a 7'8.  My buddy ordered an 8'6 at the same time.  I'm looking forward to feeling how the two different sizes feel out there. 
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