tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.comments2023-09-24T03:56:47.409-04:00Windsurfing the East EndAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05507344231284073580noreply@blogger.comBlogger154125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-59948590570219625332012-08-14T23:40:18.608-04:002012-08-14T23:40:18.608-04:00Hi wilanz, I have some GoPro footage to go through...Hi wilanz, I have some GoPro footage to go through from a decent head-high SUP-sail sesh. Hope to post that up in the next week or so, along with some more impressions of the AllWave, ProWave and Wide Point. Thanks for your comment!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06437854845023159985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-58989719786556349522012-08-14T21:29:22.042-04:002012-08-14T21:29:22.042-04:00I'm very curious to see your updates on the Al...I'm very curious to see your updates on the AllWave. I tried it and the Pro Wave and liked the ProWave better in the little Florida waves. Did you get a chance to try the starboard wide point with a sail?<br /><br />I'm shopping and really like the new 10' Exocet windsup. It jumps up on plane nicely. The 11'8 version sails even better but it was too big for me to SUP surf. The RRD WASSUP 8.5 was excellent in high winds with a 4.7 sail but in light winds or while paddling the nose kept sinking on me with a 6.0 sail. I'm trying to track down a 10' version. <br /><br />wilanzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14625293877101930950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-70560430393280375622012-07-08T10:25:00.350-04:002012-07-08T10:25:00.350-04:00Hi Jeff,
Many thanks for the tips. Based on my ex...Hi Jeff,<br /><br />Many thanks for the tips. Based on my experience, at 165lbs, 140 liters should be plenty for me to paddle comfortably (at least on flat water).<br />I read more about the mast box of the starboards and apparently there is a regular windsurfing mast track on these boards hidden under the soft deck. I agree one doesn't need a lot of adjustment on those boards. Maybe seen you out East sometimes!<br />TonyTonyWindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18327801878787503220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-49431732793148375102012-07-07T10:47:45.150-04:002012-07-07T10:47:45.150-04:00Hi Tony, thanks your comment. I've seen a mast...Hi Tony, thanks your comment. I've seen a mast track on some of the older models, and these tracks may have been 3rd-party additions. Most SUP boards with the windsurfing option use holes with an embedded nut for screwing on a single-bolt mast base. I've used both holes on the Ultimate but didn't notice much of a difference when sailing. My new board, a Fanatic AllWave 9'2" (blog post forthcoming), has only 1 hole. I guess their CAD software helps pinpoint the exact balance point?<br /><br />I've never SUP'd the Superfish, but if its dimensions are 9'8" x 28.5", I'd imagine keeping my balance (at 180lbs) to be challenging. I have paddled the Starboard Element 9'8" x 30", and wouldn't want it any thinner. My AllWave measures 9'2" x 31.5" - more width means more stability and curvier turns. Can you take the Superfish for a paddle to see how it feels? Try comparing it against other boards, both in flat water and bump/waves. <br /><br />I just caught your followup: I believe Jon Ford at Hampton Watersports has both of those boards in stock (I've ridden both). Contact him here: <a href="http://www.hamptonwatersports.com/contact.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.hamptonwatersports.com/contact.html</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06437854845023159985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-35486366387122655482012-07-07T10:10:41.642-04:002012-07-07T10:10:41.642-04:00Forgot to add, is there a place out East where I c...Forgot to add, is there a place out East where I can test the Starboard's 8'10" Wide Point and 9'8" Element?<br />Thanks!!<br />TOnyTonyWindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18327801878787503220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-45100789408967486082012-07-07T09:47:46.484-04:002012-07-07T09:47:46.484-04:00Hi Jeff, my condolences for the passing of your be...Hi Jeff, my condolences for the passing of your beloved Starboard. I was considering a Starboard superfish 9" 8' and I know the board is sailable. However, from the pics, the boards doesn't have a windsurfing mast track but rather "3 holes". Had yours the same fitting? How do you attach the mast base to the board?<br />Thanks<br />TonyTonyWindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18327801878787503220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-61028793628505820632012-05-31T17:11:49.907-04:002012-05-31T17:11:49.907-04:00Hey guys, thanks for your comments!
Phil- I bet o...Hey guys, thanks for your comments!<br /><br />Phil- I bet one of those retired windsurf boards would work as a SUP. Just need a paddle and a 12' leash.<br /><br />RDM- Already having way more fun with a loaned 9'5" Naish Mana. Losing the Starboard was a blessing.<br /><br />Rich- Can't wait for you to get a board and join us here on our home breaks!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06437854845023159985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-17445174240646369902012-05-30T18:45:08.952-04:002012-05-30T18:45:08.952-04:00Ouch.....Sorry to hear about your loss.
I just tr...Ouch.....Sorry to hear about your loss.<br /><br />I just tried some SUP on the waves in Hatteras. It was fun and I have a greater appreciation for your skill.<br /><br />Rich S.Rich Simonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14857339951891218327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-34390975987391117772012-05-29T07:39:34.517-04:002012-05-29T07:39:34.517-04:00good story. I've had some Hatteras hold downs...good story. I've had some Hatteras hold downs like that. On the bright side though you'll be amazed how short you can go now.rdmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04694471208935725916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-58860380529469813702012-05-26T13:49:29.614-04:002012-05-26T13:49:29.614-04:00Oh man — I've coveted that board. It's a c...Oh man — I've coveted that board. It's a classic.<br /><br />I don't own a SUP yet, budget is too tight, and I have a garage full of wind and surf boards — but that was one I thought would be very durable, coming from Starboard.<br /><br />Well at least now you have a "flat water paddler" I guess.McPhillyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07692939917400917741noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-17589540444518309122011-08-08T16:42:48.734-04:002011-08-08T16:42:48.734-04:00Hi grattongal, you can get a look at the rig in th...Hi grattongal, you can get a look at the rig <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/peconicwindsurfer/3850967938/" rel="nofollow">in this pic</a> and in <a href="http://peconicwindsurfer.blogspot.com/2010/09/tiana-sup-and-windsurfing-wave-sailing.html" rel="nofollow">video from last Sept</a>.<br /><br />The rig breakdown: a 4.7 or 5.8 Maui Sails Global, Maui Sails skinny carbon boom, and a Streamlined extension on a Euro pin, while the SUP is a Starboard Element 11'2"x30" and has screw holes for single-bolt mastbases. When wind starts hitting upper teens and low 20's, I'll board down to a 100L Fanatic Skate (as pictured above).<br /><br />And TonyWind, thanks!!Jeff, aka Peconic Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01023505823058077461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-15350858628182542772011-08-08T13:39:39.097-04:002011-08-08T13:39:39.097-04:00What rig are u using for both windsurfing and SUP?...What rig are u using for both windsurfing and SUP?grattongalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02318950200642828664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-136810932837744452011-07-18T17:34:42.877-04:002011-07-18T17:34:42.877-04:00As usual, great pics Jeff!As usual, great pics Jeff!TonyWindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18327801878787503220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-73584464814781808812011-02-22T14:17:45.574-05:002011-02-22T14:17:45.574-05:00Frank & Ralph, sorry I missed your comments! I...Frank & Ralph, sorry I missed your comments! I edited the notification system, so hopefully I won't miss any more.<br /><br />Frank, have you looked into <a href="http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2366352,00.asp" rel="nofollow">Windows Live Movie Maker 2011</a>? Might be worth a try...<br /><br />Ralph, we had a fun side-off day at Tiana last weekend. Check the <a href="http://www.peconicpuffin.com" rel="nofollow">Peconic Puffin</a> for the report. Mostly it's been too cold this winter to windsurf :( Thanks for your comment!Jeff, aka Peconic Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01023505823058077461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-14805716211547924792010-12-12T15:19:53.263-05:002010-12-12T15:19:53.263-05:00I like this vid man. You guys had much luck since...I like this vid man. You guys had much luck since this sesh?rdmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04694471208935725916noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-92115744212217382812010-12-07T13:51:11.467-05:002010-12-07T13:51:11.467-05:00Jeff, I finnally pulled the trigger and bought the...Jeff, I finnally pulled the trigger and bought the older [not HD] Go Pro; $119 at Wetsand. But I put in an 8GB SD card instead of the 4GB card they recomend [it was only $9 at Officemax];is that OK?<br /><br />Also I can't find rechargable LI AAA batteries. Are NICad's OK? I understand I "need" the LI in the cold. and lastly, what is the simplest, and[cheapest] editing softwear for a beginer like me.<br /><br />Thanks Frank drysuit2.blogspot.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-63280665750924586302010-11-23T17:35:17.434-05:002010-11-23T17:35:17.434-05:00Thanks, that was fun to watch. Realistic.Thanks, that was fun to watch. Realistic.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-24384789685928124332010-11-23T12:13:56.761-05:002010-11-23T12:13:56.761-05:00Dudes- That spot looks like SO MUCH FUN!! Glad to...Dudes- That spot looks like SO MUCH FUN!! Glad to see you caught it!Andyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07271790605471088648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-63077962633032168272010-11-23T10:11:54.255-05:002010-11-23T10:11:54.255-05:00Bravo! I love that you included the swim.Bravo! I love that you included the swim.PeconicPuffinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15727526949787504644noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-10512467279202462252010-11-14T01:26:08.548-05:002010-11-14T01:26:08.548-05:00Those SUP's are certainly versatile. The waves...Those SUP's are certainly versatile. The waves looked really nice and playful. I haven't been down for a very long time now - wind has not been so good and the couple of good days we had I was tied up or sick! So next time down it will no doubt be very blistered hands but longing to feel the pain!!Buntyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01907532771336059769noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-15813019422069935712010-10-20T12:08:24.399-04:002010-10-20T12:08:24.399-04:00nice Jeff!nice Jeff!George Markopouloshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16439149933631899175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-23320556329290093672010-10-10T11:54:21.271-04:002010-10-10T11:54:21.271-04:00Thanks Frank, I love making them - too much fun!!Thanks Frank, I love making them - too much fun!!Jeff, aka Peconic Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01023505823058077461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-43917937764002365042010-10-09T09:41:18.931-04:002010-10-09T09:41:18.931-04:00Jeff, I just love your videosJeff, I just love your videosdrysuit2https://www.blogger.com/profile/03362532030222328914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-32036469358604008302010-09-28T23:15:54.159-04:002010-09-28T23:15:54.159-04:00Hi Oldguy, thank you for your comments. I'm ri...Hi Oldguy, thank you for your comments. I'm riding a <a href="http://www.bigwinds.com/wind/category/1/product/498" rel="nofollow">2008 Starboard Ultimate 11'2"</a>. It's superfast thanks to its superglide, works great on waves from 7" to 7'+, and responds well with a paddle or a windsurf sail.Jeff, aka Peconic Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01023505823058077461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26271172.post-87037623134683987482010-09-24T17:21:10.233-04:002010-09-24T17:21:10.233-04:00Hey great blog, sick stuff. Paddle cam is amazing...Hey great blog, sick stuff. Paddle cam is amazing. What is that board you are riding Jeff? Crest/logo looks like Starboard, but the color scheme looks like JP Australia. Is there a story there?oldguynoreply@blogger.com