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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: June 02, 2011, 02:53:12 PM »
I tried that 404 10'6" Trainer.  I really liked it, in rough water, it was very stable.   I'm thinking about one of those as a cruiser for my wife.  I'm an old fat guy, and it floated me fine.

Sounds comforting! I'm a 72kg medium/large person so hpefully it'll carry me. (159 pounds)

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Better paddles
« on: June 02, 2011, 02:50:16 PM »
You may want to consider and adjustable paddle depending on your situation. I posted this recently in a thread that was asking about the Quickblade Kanaha FG versus the Werner Nitro:

I own the Kanaha FG in the adjustable version and the Werner Nitro Bent Shaft. They're both great paddles and you won't go wrong with either one.

I might suggest that as a starter paddle, go with an adjustable Kanaha paddle since it has 8" of adjustment. The Werner adjustable has 4" of range I think. The bigger range of the Kanaha is useful as you're trying to figure out what is the right length for you. Also, you can adjust the length of the paddle in different conditions. You can shorten it when going upwind or sprinting. I often shorten my paddle towards the end of a long paddle to reduce shoulder strain and fatigue. If you get another board that has a different deck height, the adjustable paddle will allow you to use the same paddle for both boards.

Downside of an adjustable paddle is a shift in the shaft's bending characteristics, slight weight increase, and the little adjustment nub that sticks out. To me the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

By the way, a Nitro blade measured at 100 sq in. will feel similar to a 90 sq in. Kanaha blade due to the more slender shape of the Nitro. I have the Nitro in 100 and the Kanaha in 90 and the Nitro does not feel any bigger.

This is getting difficult! Adjustable or not? If I get an adjustable then I'll get some advantages and with a fixed one some. Tough question this  ??? ??? ???

Does anyone here know a good store who has both Werner and quickblade AND who ships abroad?

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: June 02, 2011, 01:51:59 PM »
Thanks for all your answers!!! This forum is very helpful. I've bought a used 404 10'6" which is going home to Sweden. Maybe I am a bit to heavy for that one but that is what I am going to start with. Not a lot to choose from over here. I hope 404 makes good boards.

Many thanks

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Better paddles
« on: May 31, 2011, 09:13:52 PM »
Thanks! I won't be sharing so a "raw" length it will be then.

Many thanks

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 31, 2011, 09:09:36 PM »
No, no waves. Just flat water or when it is a bit windy it'll be a bit choppy. The board is going to be used as a learning and excercise board.
If it is the completely wrong board. I'll get myself another one but then a 12'6" or 14" as you mentioned before.

Many thanks

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Better paddles
« on: May 31, 2011, 12:58:14 PM »
The only one I'm familiar with is the Naish paddles, and there I've only tried their aluminum shaft ones, which I did not like very much. Other than that, it's hard to say. I don't think ANY of those brands specialize in paddles, which means to me that they are kind of an afterthought--something to go with the boards they sell.

Thank you! I think I'll do this the-not-so-easy-way then and order one from the States. Another question then. Should I go for a paddle that I cut down to my length or should I go for an adjustable one? Please help!

Cheers

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Better paddles
« on: May 31, 2011, 11:58:21 AM »
Hello! I'm about to buy a paddle here in Sweden. The ones that have been mentioned on this thread seems not to be available in my country.

So far I have found these in Sweden:

Bugz
Southpoint
Nah Skwell
Oxbow
Naish (Some mix glass/carbon)
Trident

All of the paddles are made in carbon (there are some aluminium ones too) and cost a bit above $400 here. Do you recognize any of them? Are they any good? Or should I order one of yours from the USA?

Many thanks

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 30, 2011, 10:10:15 PM »
You should contact some of the advertisers that support this site and see if any of them could ship you a board.
BTW A 10'6" would be great to learn on if you are small.
11'6" or 12"6  for regular..14' for large and extra large..

I'm not sure I'm small or large really. I weigh around 72 kg which is about 159 pounds I think. Didn't think about that... :-[

About shipping, I've got a friend who bought some stuff and the board will go in the same shippment. So in a month or so the board will be in Sweden!!!

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 30, 2011, 09:41:56 PM »
I think that my friend now has got hold of a 404 10'6" for me. Maybe it's harder to learn on but it will be better when I'll get the hang of it I think. 404:s are ok boards? ???

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 27, 2011, 04:31:29 PM »
Fanatic International - Sweden

Great boards you can get fairly local. Maybe even demo?

http://www.fanatic.com/content/products/sup/index_eng.html

Skisport Bromma AB
Drottningholmsvaegen 324
16731 Bromma

tel: +46 870 431 00
fax: +46 880 031 3
info@skidsport.nu

Thanks!!!
I have looked at their site here in Sweden but they only seem to have a 10' which is about $1800 and 310 miles away. It is actually easier to get hold of a nice board to a decent price in the US than here in Sweden. Strange world isn't it?

If my friend in Las Vegas doesn't find anything then I think I will beg Skidsport to order a Fanatic 12' something ocean cruiser/racer. Fanatic are known to make very good quality windsurfing boards. Thanks for the tip!!!

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 27, 2011, 02:27:04 PM »
I bought a Doyle for my 2nd board a year ago.  I use it to lend to friends and get my wife on the water.  Its very stable, and tough.  My wife likes to brag she has never fallen off it.  It weighs a lot too though.  Thats really the only down side.  Its a fine, heavy tanker that gets the job done.
It seems that it would be practical for learning but then I would have to get a second board quite soon. I'll have to think about this.. Just spotted a used 404 10'6". It is difficult being stuck on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.

Thanks

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 27, 2011, 10:11:40 AM »
Since you are in Sweden you might check some of the US on-line shops for help.  Just google where to by stand up paddle in a US state such as California or Florida for starters.  As noted above you can get a great entry level board and paddle for about the same or less than the Doyle package.   The stand up shop near my home has great customer service in the store and sells on line, but I don't know if they ship international.  Try their website at  www.paddlesurfwarehouse.com.  There are other shops but my experience with them was outstanding.



Thanks again for your answer!
I thought about buying online but the Swedish import taxes are revoltingly high :'(
So therefore my friend in Las Vegas must buy the board and ship it with his other stuff. Unfortunately he's leaving USA too soon to buy online.
If anyone over there knows about a SUP shop in Las Vegas that sells quality boards, I would be VERY grateful!

By the way, this is an excellent site!!! :) :) :)

Cheers

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 27, 2011, 10:05:12 AM »
Can't say much about the board or the brand but I looked at Sport Chalet online & the price didn't seem all that good.  An 11'6" for $900 and it included an aluminum paddle.  If you like SUP you'll quickly realize that the cheap alum. paddles won't cut it so you'll be buying a new paddle soon.

I started off on an Isle (islesurfboards.com) and it was good for a while until I wanted something that surfed better.  You can get their 11'6" for $715 + $99 for a carbon paddle (it's not the greatest paddle - a little heavy - but better than alum.).  You'd still be in for less $ than the Doyle...  Other brands to consider as a starter would be the Riviera Nugg, NSP, or Joe Blair.

But you'd be best off buying used (Craigslist) because if you end up wanting to do SUP you'll quickly progress and want to transition to a "better" board.  This means you can save some $ buying used & there are a lot of used ones out there since others are doing the same...

Hello and thanks!
Ok, I'll go for the carbon paddles. It seems like a good idea. I have searched the craigslist in the Las Vegas area and I didn't get a lot of hits. Maybe I can't limit myself to that area alone in my search?
 Is there perhaps a SUP shop in the Vegas area?

Thanks

Henrik F

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Gear Talk / Re: Doyle boards???
« on: May 27, 2011, 09:11:53 AM »
Thanks all of you!
Unfortunately, I have a small problem. I live in Sweden (Europe) which means that I can't have a look at the boards myself.
But I've got a friend visiting Las Vegas and he is going to buy me a board. I hope. The only place that I have come across in Vegas seems to have mostly Doyle boards. That is why I think I'll end up with that.

But, if they have Coreban, 404, Surftech, Naish or similar, that is the way I'm going to go. I thought it was something strange about the Doyles and you've all answered that question. Many thanks!!! :) :) :)

Henrik F, Sweden Öland

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Gear Talk / Doyle boards???
« on: May 26, 2011, 01:45:15 PM »
Hello!
I'm new here and I'm about to buy my first Stand Up Paddle board. Has anyone tried a Doyle SUP? Are they any good? Please let me know!

Many thanks

Henrik F

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