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Foil SUP / Re: NL Wingtips

« on: November 12, 2020, 06:39:13 PM »

I just got an NL foil and I like wingtips!
In the past, I have breached wing tips on the gl series and come off foil. It would change my style to a more conservative foiler to avoid a wingtip breach. Now, with the NLs, I’m Much more aggressive in turns with no consequences. Now I try things I wouldn’t normally do (with sup, kiting & winging). The confidence of not having to worry about it makes for a next level experience. Thanks to Alex at Go Foil for continuing to be innovative.

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Foil SUP / Re: Wing Drifter Pro?

« on: November 12, 2020, 06:27:27 PM »

In my humble opinion, you will not outgrow this 5’8” board. It’s really a good size & a good design. For SUP foiling it will be tough in the beginning than if you were on a bigger board. It will be alittle unstable in chop and paddling straight but definitely doable. Once you figure it out you will progress quickly. I personally like a bigger board for sup foiling but that’s me. For winging this board is perfect for learning. marginal conditions & beyond. You can’t beat the fact that you will have 1 board for 2 sports.

I wasn’t happy with the footstrap insert locations on my 5’4”, but its ok and works.

As far as quatro construction, I haven’t noticed any issues so far, Knock wood-(& it has taken a pounding in shore break and I accidentally bounced it once). It sure looks great, I hope it holds up.

I also haven’t noticed any water puddling on the deck of my buddies 5’8” quatro.
I am looking forward to trying the 5’8” out soon.

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Foil SUP / Re: Wing Drifter Pro?

« on: November 12, 2020, 04:04:27 AM »

There’s a guy in our surf spot that uses that 5’8” quatro for sup foiling.
It works quite well for him! I think it’s a good choice if you don’t mind struggling with the initial learning curve. He seemed to get the hang of it really quickly though.

I’m on a quatro 5’4” for winging & love it. The 5’8” should be fine.

You should get it in my opinion...but it’s too bad we can’t demo stuff 1st before we buy it.

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Foil SUP / Re: Gofoil 6.5 Pedestal and 14.5" Tail

« on: June 28, 2020, 04:35:32 AM »

I’m with Jondrums. Same issues with pedestal -  My experience with the new pedestal is not of “game changer” status. It’s definitely improved turning performance and I am grateful for the upgrade despite the issues. However, I love the 14.5 tail.

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Foil SUP / Re: Zoner injured on foil sup.

« on: June 13, 2020, 04:43:23 PM »

Get well soon!
Without a doubt a great guy.
So knowledgeable and shares the stoke.
Hope you get back out on the water soon.

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Wingsurfing, Windfoiling, Wingfoiling, Wing SUP / Re: Toeside - check, Jibes - check, Harness time?

« on: May 31, 2020, 08:53:40 AM »

My low cost option for a “Lightweight wing specific harness”, is this.
A $20 weight lifting belt (Harbinger 5), a $20 spreader bar (dakine maniac hook).
And a 2” web strap w/buckle $3, to keep weight belt closed.
I have been using this for a few sessions and it is working out great so far

The Leash lok option seemed a bit narrow for me.
I’m probably going to purchase a ozone connect pro in the future unless something new & better comes to market.

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Foil SUP / Go Foil P180

« on: May 23, 2020, 09:13:09 AM »

Looks like Go Foil is introducing a new P series.
The P180 is a better wing for pumping.
I wonder when Alex will share more info & when go foil will make this available.

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Classifieds / Re: Go Foil V1.5 29.5" Mast, Pedestal Tail 18W, Iwa, Surf, SUP, Wing, or Kite Foil

« on: May 03, 2020, 12:45:13 PM »

Hi
I am Interested. Thanks