Messages

1

Random / Re: At what age did you, or do you plan to retire?

« on: April 02, 2024, 07:40:45 AM »

I sat with my financial guy just a couple of weeks ago and he asked me this very question.  At age 62, I really don't have a good answer, I like what I do and the people are great.  I suppose there is a certain insecurity and even possibly a fear of missing out in leaving the routine.  How silly is that... 

 

2

Travel, Trips, Destinations / Re: The state of SUP surfing?

« on: March 29, 2024, 08:16:05 AM »

I thought this was interesting (and surprising) from Jannik Linder, Gitnux, Market Data Report 2024:

The global SUP market was estimated to be worth $2.6 billion in 2023.
The global stand-up paddleboard market is projected to grow at a rate of approximately 7% between 2021 and 2026.

My personal experience, here on the Jersey Shore, is that while there are not many new SUP ers, we haven't really lost any either.  Personally I've plateaued in my ability and preferences, and I've settled into equipment that work well for me, so it's hard to get exited about new stuff.  That of course is subject to change...

3

Random / Re: Vision Pro

« on: March 11, 2024, 03:46:42 PM »

Really liking the versatility of the R2 drop glass in the rear hatch - great for boards and dogs.  The 100% drop on the rear door glass is also a great touch. 

4

Sessions / Re: A November To Remember 2023

« on: December 06, 2023, 08:04:54 AM »

Looking good SC!

5

General Discussion / Re: How many layers of glass to fix a buckled sup?

« on: November 29, 2023, 06:57:15 AM »

A reasonable color match from a can was Rustoleum Universal, Canary Yellow for the earlier Naish boards.

BTW - 3x6oz for this repair would be plenty in my book.  Great to see that the Board Lady is still getting recognition for her excellent guidance in composite repairs.

6

General Discussion / Re: Paddle Surf Hawaii All Arounder

« on: September 07, 2023, 02:00:01 PM »

Wax that nose and grab some tip time - great score Marc!

(And, if you are not into that retro Kialoa oval shafted Methane I might know an interested party.)

7

General Discussion / Re: Motivation?

« on: June 06, 2023, 06:57:01 AM »

We might not be able to surf form dawn to dusk anymore, but we can be selective with our waves and approach, and surf forever. 

8

General Discussion / Re: What can I expect when paddling a 9’ x 26” x 95 liters Infinity New Deal?

« on: June 03, 2023, 05:32:36 AM »

I’m another 200lb, 10 x 27 NewDeal rider and can only offer that my next closest board, 10 x 28.5 StyleMaster is a significantly more stable outline for simply standing in the lineup.
Looking forward to hearing how the “pool test” turns out.

9

Sessions / Re: April Joy! 2023

« on: May 03, 2023, 06:59:39 AM »

Here's wishing you some tasty waves on your 65th SC!

Looking forward to the official birthday surf video for sure!

10

General Discussion / Longboard SUP Revolution - Bali 2023

« on: April 27, 2023, 07:10:48 AM »

I agree with Zane's comment, "Lately, the style of riding enjoyed by most of the SUP population is being revived in competition and coming full circle with Longboard SUP Surfing for amateurs and elite riders as a part of the Longboard SUP Revolution."

https://sup.star-board.com/zane-wins-inaugural-longboard-sup-revolution-bali/

11

SUP General / Re: Surfboards (Longboards)

« on: April 14, 2023, 12:29:32 PM »

Hey NW, here is pretty good video on pop ups from a fellow NJ longboarder, Brian James.  In this video he is actually focusing on a pop up similar to Haleys. 

I find his videos entertaining and informative.  And yes, he is as personable in person as he seems in his videos.

12

Sessions / Re: Jersey to PR

« on: February 28, 2023, 08:06:24 AM »

Great stuff SC!  You might just motivate me to do a PR trip during "tax-season".

I'm wondering if you have considered the "upgrade service" for your Soloshot.  Apparently the $499 upgrade provides "single spin calibration with no recalibration to no warmup or walkabout.  I would say the calibration of the SS is the factor that keeps mine at home.  I would like to hear your thoughts.

13

Sessions / Re: Travel blunder, but some great recovery!

« on: February 02, 2023, 10:18:47 AM »

That's a great cautionary tale BW, thanks!  (I should be close to the end of my current passport and heading to Lofoten in a few months.)

What's the consensus on adding the passport card?  In NJ (as with some other states), access to Real Id compliant licenses is a struggle to say the least.

And Marc, that picture is suitable for framing

14

General Discussion / Re: 10' to 7'9" SUP?

« on: January 06, 2023, 06:56:34 AM »

It's very subjective, in my case (at 195lbs 5'10") I find my 7'10" x 30.5" 110 L Phoenix (Simons shape) easily as stable as my 10' x 27" 122 L New Deal.  This is primarily because the Simons shape spreads out the volume with a wide tail, parallel rails and lower rocker (like a sheet of plywood). 

A 7'9" with a more pulled in tail, nose and more rocker would definitely be more difficult to balance initially, but at your weight and height should be totally doable.

15

Random / Re: Finally a mojor news organization mentioned this critical fact

« on: November 15, 2022, 01:38:36 PM »

Feinstein, Grassley, Shelby, Inhofe and Leahy, are "living" proof that Americans can perform mundane jobs well into their 80's.  Seriously, the average age of a Senator is 63.  20% are over 70.  Crap, now I can't remember what my point was...never mind.