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Gear Talk / Re: Help finding a paddle EU for Isup Race

« on: July 30, 2021, 11:35:16 AM »

No need for 3 pieces

I just thought it would be easier to travel but doesnt matter atm

But yes would be very thankful for 2 piece recommendation in that price range! 

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Gear Talk / Help finding a paddle EU for Isup Race

« on: July 30, 2021, 08:55:17 AM »

Hello,

I am currently planning on buying a Gong Isup for a local lake (I moved and won't be at the ocean for a few years).
e.g. gong-sup-inflatable-140-couine-marie-race-flat-water

Unfortunately  their paddles are out of stock and I haven't got enough experience for a fixed blade yet (I always adjust a few cm therefore prefer 3 pieces for now especially if I train for race/downwind).
So far I only had 3 piece Paddles with low carbon percentage (~185cm/80-90kg rider)

Since I am currently in Germany, I would hope to find something here... What I noticed is that none of the paddles up to 200€ have a real carbon blade, but instead just a coating. Seems to be the same for the 100 gong paddle as it has a pvc core?

Now I was wondering which of the ones I found would be sensible to train myself into the next year. It's either ordering that board (14x27) or waiting for the slightly bigger one with the square tail (14x28) in the hope they might get some paddles end of the month...
Budget max. 200€ incl. postage

AZTRON RACE CARBON 100


AZTRON POWER CARBON 70


decathlon Itiwit 900


Hope you can help me find a good solution for a good paddle

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Regional / Costa del Valencia SUP meetup

« on: March 06, 2019, 05:23:11 AM »

Hey,

Looking for any experienced SUPers near this area to meetup learn and trip together.
To cover Costa Blanca/Azahar/Valencia.

Speak English, German and a little French.

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Gear Talk / Re: Tips for first second hand? E.g. f one manawa

« on: February 26, 2019, 01:33:13 AM »

Thank you for the f one review

Thank you for the list of boards to hunt area 10!

And thank you for the Portugal school guide very helpful and useful as I had the same bad experience (surf schools banking quick money) with my bodyboard expérience so I cherish some tips for good location and school for my level!

I checked the local market but the boards are either 20% lower to new ones used or not being sold. I will try Facebook groups and check other areas within reach of my car. I also think I have to lift my budget to at least 1100€ (will take time) so I can cover the gongsup nfa or PERV if I can't get any of the suggested models.

Last question: is there a good guide on what I have to check a used board, e.g. fin boxes, scratches/repairs and how to know if it will last or not?

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Gear Talk / Re: Tips for first second hand? E.g. f one manawa

« on: February 25, 2019, 12:17:44 PM »

Is there a better/cheaper alternative to the gongsup full carbon paddle with changeable size?

And the manawa wouldn't be new it would be used.
 tipps on what to check for when I look at the boards to pick one?

Yes it's the colourful ASC vversion. So you believe that the PERV would possibly allow me to go beyond 6 months? I am only intending to add something to the quiver in 1 year+ should I decide to drive Sagres or north Spain more often

Ps. GONG SUP 10'0 NFA 140 WOODCKFUSION/ the old 12" PERV are going for 600/640 new... So I am questioning if that might be a better deal than the f-one (unless he throws in a bag, paddle and leash for free)

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Gear Talk / Re: Tips for first second hand? E.g. f one manawa

« on: February 25, 2019, 11:32:02 AM »

The problem with gong I have is that it goes above budget due to postage... And I still miss a paddle leash and bag (have to pull mine up to the 3rd floor with ropes for storage when I am gone abriad and store it for usage on ground floor)
They also only seem to have the new model, so I can't see any carbon?
Otherwise sounds good just a bit over budget: 1000€+ with extras and postage.

I contacted all surf schools in the area and they only offer racers, yoga boards, inflatables. So the local f one would be ok.

I forgot to mention I literally have my flat the beach so I only have to carry it across the street 50m and I don't mind carrying anything heavy if it does not affect performance

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Gear Talk / Tips for first second hand? E.g. f one manawa

« on: February 25, 2019, 06:47:02 AM »

Hello and thank you for having me in the forum,
As my nickname suggests I am in the flat part of Europe along the Valencia coast.

Having a watersports history in bodyboard, longboard and skimboard has led me to start SUP due to my new residence.

I see my self as a SUP SUS beginner and will buy a SUP for me to practice all the basics+surfing and for occasional use by family and friends in flat conditions.

A friend recommended to buy a gongsup nfa 10" 2019 set but 1000€ is slightly over budget as I can only afford up to 800€.
I would be thankful for any tips on what to look out for when buying hardboards second hand?

My local has some f-one manawas 10"6' in storage for 550€. I would like to know if that's a good beginner board for flat and up to chest high chopy waves? I would be going out in stormy conditions and on flat days.

My goal is to train in order to take the car or cheap flights to Portugal to SUS and rent some smaller boards + do some more professional courses.

Thank you for your help