I know this question has been asked a million times before and everyone seems to have a different opinion, but I'm about 100kgs and I already have a door to stand on but some advice from other fluffy kiters on what they use for in WA conditions.

105 kegs.

17m Zeph (soon to be 17m XR5 LW next season)
12m switchblade (soon to be 12m Core XR5 next season)
10m Core XR4

5'10" fish SB
140x40 North twinny

What wind strength do you fly your 17m in and 12m in?

Zeph 17 - 23knts
Switchy 20 - 28knts

there is a bit of overlap, that's why I have a SB and a twinny - gives me some flexibility.

I've only flown the 10m 4 times this season, but its awesome when you need it (+30knts)

When average dudes are out on their 9's, I'm comfy on my 12, when they drop down to 7's, the 12 comes alive - boooooooooost!!

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salingduck said..
I know this question has been asked a million times before and everyone seems to have a different opinion, but I'm about 100kgs and I already have a door to stand on but some advice from other fluffy kiters on what they use for in WA conditions.

You're forgetting some important factors like your current skill level, your main style of riding and/or your future kiting goals?

A good friend of mine is a 100kg very experienced kiter using a 135cm twin tip, a 12m in 15-22 knots, 9m in 22-30 knots and 7m in 25-40 knots, with a surfboard you can drop up to 5 knots down in the lower end, especially in stronger winds. You would think that only makes sense for someone who weighs around 70-85kg....it's amazing what skills can do.

Getting a quiver of powerful 5-struts kites with excellent low-end is the key here, but when you're above 20 knots a big twin tip is no longer necessary even at 100kg, in fact, it will slow your progression down especially if you're into learning jumps, rotations, etc.

I know you're heavier than the average dude, but bigger isn't always better. Above 20 knots, Smaller kites and smaller boards are so much more fun and force you to develop better kite and board technique.

Also, a 2m size difference between kites is too close for modern delta/bow kites. Think of getting something like a 9m or 8m for the 25 + knots days.

Staying with big kites and big boards is the logical, easy, no fuss solution most would recommend to you. There is a lot to gain in the long run by downsizing from your typical kite sizes and board sizes. Yes, it's more effort at first, but the long-term payoff is huge!

Christian

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cbulota said..

salingduck said..
I know this question has been asked a million times before and everyone seems to have a different opinion, but I'm about 100kgs and I already have a door to stand on but some advice from other fluffy kiters on what they use for in WA conditions.

You're forgetting some important factors like your current skill level, your main style of riding and/or your future kiting goals?

A good friend of mine is a 100kg very experienced kiter using a 135cm twin tip, a 12m in 15-22 knots, 9m in 22-30 knots and 7m in 25-40 knots, with a surfboard you can drop up to 5 knots down in the lower end, especially in stronger winds. You would think that only makes sense for someone who weighs around 70-85kg....it's amazing what skills can do.

Getting a quiver of powerful 5-struts kites with excellent low-end is the key here, but when you're above 20 knots a big twin tip is no longer necessary even at 100kg, in fact, it will slow your progression down especially if you're into learning jumps, rotations, etc.

I know you're heavier than the average dude, but bigger isn't always better. Above 20 knots, Smaller kites and smaller boards are so much more fun and force you to develop better kite and board technique.

Also, a 2m size difference between kites is too close for modern delta/bow kites. Think of getting something like a 9m or 8m for the 25 + knots days.

Staying with big kites and big boards is the logical, easy, no fuss solution most would recommend to you. There is a lot to gain in the long run by downsizing from your typical kite sizes and board sizes. Yes, it's more effort at first, but the long-term payoff is huge!

Christian

True wat this man is saying
i am 100kg and only use sizes as discussed in these winds but fly 2 boards 137cm and 132cm in very strong winds

I am close to 100kg, inflated to 110kg last couple of seasons. Use a 7 and 10 REO on a surfboard in the waves. Mostly 7. I use the same size kite as my 80kg mate on the same day. Only difference is I have a slightly bigger board.

17mtr Zeph and a twin tip 135 and up will be the most cost effective and see you through!

I am 90 kegs and this has become the set up that gets me out in practically all conditions all of this season.

108kg 17 Zypher 12 up to 20kt depending on board
13 Peter Lynn Fury 17 up to 27 depending on board
11 Crazyfly sculp surfboard or if its bloody windy 30ish TT

I'm 115 kegs on a light day........ when I first kited I was using Peter Lynn Venoms(Pillows/Doonas) had 13/15/19mtr..........then stopped kiting, got back into it a few years ago and picked up a North juice 18mtr and Shinn King Gee. Was sooooooo much fun getting out again.
Picked myself up a 12 Rebel because it could use same bar(5 line) of the Juice and started back on surfboards. thats all the kites I need. I actually love my King Gee in any winds but prefer using my surfboard in the surf.
I'm not expert and spend a fair bit of time dragging upwind for my board but I'm having a ball just being out there.
Looking at upgrading to new Juice and maybe a North Neo or Dice?
Find the kites you like and are comfortable with in all winds and the board will be of lower concern(IMHO)