How do you size a windsurfer?
Beginner Windsurf Board
| Rider Weight (kg) | Volume (l) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 145 | 285 |
| 60 | 160 | 292 |
| 70 | 175 | 299 |
| 80 | 190 | 306 |
What size windsurf sail should I get?
For amateur riders, boards in the range of 120 — 160 liters and sails from 4 m² are suitable depending on the wind conditions. With a weak wind (5-6 m/s) you can choose a sail up to 7 m², and with a stronger one (10+ m/s) — 3.5-4 m².
How many Litres should my windsurf board be?
The most important thing to look for when buying your first windsurf board is the board’s volume. You need one litre of volume for every kilogram you weigh PLUS between 50 and 100 litres extra. So if you weigh 75Kg, your first board should ideally have between 125 and 175 litres of volume.
How heavy is a windsurfer?
In Olympic windsurfing where everyone uses the same sail size, 72 kgs seems to be the maximum weight for men (about 57 kgs for women).
What size sail do I need?
You will want to order a shade sail that is slightly smaller than the area you want to cover. A smaller size prevents the sail from blowing around in windy weather and causing structural damage to the attachment points. When installing the shade sail, you will pull it taut and stretch it as far as possible.
How long is a windsurfer mast?
Windsurfing sails cite the ideal mast length for a given sail on the sail’s bag and/or near the bottom of the sail itself. Common mast sizes are 370, 400, 430 and 460 centimeters. If your sail doesn’t offer an ideal mast listing, look for a “Luff” measurement.
How big is a windsurfer sail?
Windsurf sails A good all-round sail size for most people is 5.5-6.3m (18-20ft), suitable for winds of up to Forces four or five. However, if the wind strength increases further, then ultimately it will create too much power and pull to be able to control.
What is the biggest windsurf sail?
Windsurf slalom sails
Windsurf slalom sails Slalom sails are the largest of all windsurfing sails, reaching up to 13 m² in size, which novice riders can’t handle.
What size mast do I need?
Determine your sail’s ideal mast length. Common mast sizes are 370, 400, 430 and 460 centimeters. If your sail doesn’t offer an ideal mast listing, look for a “Luff” measurement. Typically, you want a mast that’s length is closest to your sail’s luff length, though exceptions exist.
What is the diameter of a SDM windsurfing mast?
48mm
Standard Diameter Masts (SDM’s) They have an inner diameter of 1.9″ (48mm), require use of standard diameter extension, are 2-piece masts and available in 340 – 520 cm lengths. SDM masts come in 2 construction types: Epoxy or Carbon.
What size sails do I need?
A minimum clew height of 36 inches is recommended, simply so the foot of the sail always clears the lifelines and does not have to be lifted or “skirted” every time the boat is tacked. Your second headsail should be a heavy working jib with an LP between 85-100%. In more than 15-18 knots, this will be the sail to use.