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skent

Since 08 Aug 2011
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PostThu Jul 24, 14 1:06 pm    North Pacific Kiteboard question/opinion Reply with quote

North Pacific Kiteboard question/opinion

What is your favorite board style and length for riding the swell in the Gorge? I weigh 145lb and 5’9”.

I currently ride a Cabrinha 5'7" S-Quad. it's a great board but I am thinking of trying something different.

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ldhr

Since 21 Jul 2009
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PostThu Jul 24, 14 2:07 pm     Reply with quote

go to big winds shop in HR. they have NP demo boards. many sizes and shapes.

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WINDUDE

Since 10 Jun 2010
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PostThu Jul 24, 14 2:49 pm     Reply with quote

I have a North Pacific Waterbug, it is 5'8. I would say for your size go smaller. Maybe the 5'3 range. I also tried the Stealth Tuna shape, and it is badass for the Gorge!

They have demos, hit em up!

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bdennis

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PostMon Jul 28, 14 7:35 am     Reply with quote

waterbug 5'6" is amazing - I've been on this shape for 5 years or so... super fast and light and really snappy. I prefer the 3-fin version but some people like quads, which is a subtle difference. I've tried a bunch of boards and so far nothing compares to this. Also I'd stick with the 5'6" size, nothing shorter. I'm 150lb 5'11"

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ldhr

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PostMon Jul 28, 14 12:55 pm     Reply with quote

http://nwkite.com/forums/t-33443.html
5'5" waterbug for sale!

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