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Classifieds / Re: Fai Vaa Tahitian Outiggers

« on: November 02, 2020, 08:22:11 AM »

Here are some of the colors

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Classifieds / Fai Vaa Tahitian Outiggers

« on: November 02, 2020, 08:21:39 AM »

I know it's not SUP but figured some folks out here paddle outriggers as well.   I'm trying to organize a shipment of 8 Fai Vaa V1s from the west coast.  If I can get all eight (or at least 7) spoken for it would really cut down shipping for everyone.  White hulls with green, grey or blue tops.  Vaccum bagged glass which come in at around 28lbs rigged,

If I can get all 8, total cost would be $3300 as is or $3650 with custom length foot brace and foot pumps installed.  The canoes would be delivered to me in PA and I was going to make an east coast drive to deliver (for gas and food money).  Pic is from the Fai website.  Second pic gives you an idea of colors.  Trying to get this nailed down by the end of November if possible.

Thanks
Kevin

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Classifieds / Re: QB trifecta and Kanaha

« on: September 13, 2020, 02:30:09 PM »

Both sold and going to a good home!

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Classifieds / Re: QB trifecta and Kanaha

« on: August 31, 2020, 01:00:07 PM »

$350 for both.  Shipping together won’t cost anymore

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Classifieds / Re: QB trifecta and Kanaha

« on: August 27, 2020, 11:13:19 AM »

Forgot to mention both blade are 96 sq in.  Tried to upload pics but there are too big.  Shoot me a message and I can easily email or txt.

Thanks!

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Classifieds / QB trifecta and Kanaha

« on: August 24, 2020, 05:12:15 PM »

Hey guys. Have a 79 in all carbon trifecta and an adjustable all carbon 74-84 inch Kanaha for sale. Both have the carbon handles.  Trifecta I’m asking $250 and the Kanaha I’m asking $200.  Shipping is no problem.  Send me a message and I can text pics. They are too big to download here. 

Thanks !

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SUP General / Re: Blade Shapes and "Feel".......Why?

« on: June 18, 2020, 05:45:16 AM »

The smaller Trance blade size was easier on the muscles however still not sure if I'm sold on the high aspect blades.  Bill, I'm going to have to give the "mail slot" thing a chance but I figure if either blade needs to be fully submerged before it's pulled, how does the high aspect make for a softer catch?

I'm not trying to argue at all, I love the physics behind it and just want to learn more.

Deepmud,
I have been working on strokes per side after watching some Larry Cain videos on Paddle Monster.  I concentrate on really stacking my shoulders.  My catch is aimed a little away from the board to give a brief pull inward before I pull straight back.  Also, try leaning on the opposite rail a bit.  The displacement hull will actually help steer the board a bit.  For example, paddling on the right hand side makes the board want to go left.  Lean on the left rail and the shape of the bow will want to push the board right.  I can get 30 strokes on one side.  Maybe more if I really concentrate.

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SUP General / Re: Blade Shapes and "Feel".......Why?

« on: June 16, 2020, 11:00:22 AM »

I totally agree that I need work on the catch.  I can get it clean but it definitely requires more attention.  Keep in mind I paddle the SUP purely to put some variation in my "on water" workouts.  I love paddling OC1s and surfskis.  Funny but it's way easier to sink an OC1 blade cleanly because you don't have to worry as much about you lower body position.

I'm 6ft, 200lb, 35 inch waste and work out regularly.  I have a Trance 85 that I really to try since I don't have any other smaller blade paddles.  I'm definitely not a high cadence paddler.  My lower back is still getting used to bending over a zillion times in a row despite trying to engage my ham strings.

 

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SUP General / Re: Blade Shapes and "Feel".......Why?

« on: June 16, 2020, 07:04:38 AM »

I'm 6ft and it's cut at 79".  Not sure why the height would make the difference.  I figured from a blade perspective, i need to pause a half second and ensure that the blade id fully submerged before I really start to pull.  Then it won't gurgle.  But it means that by the time I'm really pulling, I have all 96 sq inches in the water.

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SUP General / Blade Shapes and "Feel".......Why?

« on: June 16, 2020, 05:27:33 AM »

I had been paddling with a Kenalu Maliko for over a year and recently picked up a Trifecta to give a high aspect blade a try as they are said to have a softer catch which would be good for me as I paddle distance flat water.

When first using the Trifecta, I found that I was getting gurgling at every catch.  Now the shaft is a few inches shorter than my Maliko which was not helping the issue, however to add to the issue, I had to bury a longer blade to really plant it.

This leads me to the following question.  Does the blade shape really make a big difference is the entire thing is supposed to be buried at the catch?  I know the surface of the blade makes a difference in feel (dihedrals etc), but 95 sq inches buried under the water should give the same resistance regardless correct?  I know I'm wrong, I just can't noodle through why.  For example, take two totally flat blades (a la Kialoa), one is a tear drop and the other is a square high aspect.  Both are 95 square inches.  Bury them both to the ferule and pull.  Difference?

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SUP General / Re: Know when to quit.

« on: May 29, 2020, 02:55:51 AM »

At what point would your "f*ck this" alarm go off?  Mine would have been the first time I and my board got dragged 30yards over rock.  Yup I'm out.  Where's the sand.

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Classifieds / Re: Werner Trance 85

« on: May 19, 2020, 02:25:05 PM »

Sold!  Actually to myself 

I ordered the adjustable t handle from Werner and I'm going to convert it.

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Foil SUP / Re: Cheaper and more durable alternative to kenalu Mana paddle?

« on: May 19, 2020, 03:56:09 AM »

I think 20mph airspeed with 10mph tailwind would have you going 30mph ground speed.  This is why the plane ride is shorter with a tail wind.  It's perceived airspeed that is needed to create lift.

Sorry, couldn't leave it alone 

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Classifieds / Re: Werner Trance 85

« on: May 13, 2020, 10:39:23 AM »

How about a pic? Yup, we have that.

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Classifieds / Werner Trance 85

« on: May 06, 2020, 04:25:11 AM »

Hey folks.  Got a Werner Trance (brand new) with a Isup I bought for my wife.  It's a one piece cut to 77".  I'd rather get an adjustable for her so she can use it and the kids can also.  It has never been used.  The original sticker goo is still on it from when I did a crappy job taking it off.

$250 obo.  Also would consider trades if that works for anyone.