Hi guys I'm 45 yr old and just getting started in windsurfing
i bought some gear 2 boards and 5 sails what my questions are, is there any recommendations on the size of board and also sails also where in Sydney metro area is a good place for learning. I been down to narrabeen lakes but didn't go out due to heaps of experienced guys and girls out there and didn't want to get in the way
maybe private lessons first ?? Has any one got numbers to any schools ??

Narrabeen lakes is the place where most of people learn. including myself. Start with a big board and small sail. Don't be shy: ask for tips, everyone will be happy to help you. I was 55 when I started, if I made it , everyone can.

Good luck !

Welcome to the best sport on the planet mate. The windsurfing community are usually very friendly and helpful (well they are in WA), so go down to your local spot and im sure someone will be happy to offer you advice if needed. Like PS said, big board and small sail is the way to start, and time on the water is what it takes to get it happening. Have fun. :)

I have 2 boards one seems to be 9ft the other about 7ft Bombora and has 270 on it I'm guessing that's liter???
there are 2 sails that are 6ft and 5.8ft what would be best

Don't use those boards !
They're almost antiques. Hang on to them and watch them appreciate.

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Windsurfing/General/Bombora-270-2?page=1

270 is probably the length
the 292 as per attached link/post was 134 liters
boards seem to be from the 80's ??
long n thin with not a lot of volume
hope you are light and good in balance !!

Hate to break it to you, but it sounds like both of your boards are completely unsuitable for learning. That Bombora should be in an antique museum (or better yet, thrown in the dumpster).

Ok guys thanks for the input seems I need to buy some new boards, any suggestions I'm 103 kgs but loosing weight aiming for 94 kgs my balance is good any suggestions would be very appreciated

Suggest: A used Starboard Start or the largest Starboard Go (160L?). Other brands made similar boards.

At 103kg
its in qld
www.seabreeze.com.au/Classifieds/Windsurfing-Boards/~--t7i/2017-JP-Australia-Funster-205-260-cm-205-litres.aspx?_page=1&search=iVVAl2umBXlM%2F7gkdXkWfe4t3dOWMjxd

good size and easy to onsell when you progress

that board is brand new ... and 100+ cm wide
the 205 litres will float you in NO wind
personally think it is a bit wide for starters
i learned on a longboard and spent 10 years on it before going short boarding
lately i have actually gone back to longboarding and have an older raceboard and soon an older boat like Division 2 board
if you have good balance and go in lighter winds, you can go narrower
as i am as heavy as you - in a shortboard i would not go under 160 liters and 80 cm wide - to start
if it is mostly light wind and there are older longboards available
you can ask here if the older board is "worth your while"
ironically many people in Australia still sail the original Windsurfer
and i believe there is a division 2 movement as well ...
if you have the cash and are ready to sell it after trying it - the JP Funster will sell
are you guys approaching fall/autumn now ??
maybe you can rent equipment for the rest of this season
take some lessons and see what you like - or dislike ??
i always say patience, patience and then i myself have rushed into many purchases
for me - every session or attempt is fun and i feel with a good attitude and patience everyone can have the same :-)
lotsa luck outta cold Canada

big wide board . Cheap if possible as after one season you will want something else . Then go every chance you can No excuses and by the end of the first season you will start to get the hang of things

yes 160+ liters in volume
80+ cm wide
some new boards are too short -> 245 + cm in length - for tacking

small sail to start
i started with 7.0 at 100 kilos, but that seems too big a sail for many
even 6.3 seemed difficult to uphaul for strong newbie from work
so sail 5.x ??

I'm like JOE .started on a longboard (mistral escape ) because thats all there was ,but a easier board is ,naish make a kailua ,which is perfect ..we have a 160 twin fin ,very stable ,we kept it because we still have friends that like to have a go ,most people have no issues on the 260 long /86 wide board ...it planes ,but not excitingly fast .but very easy to stand on and not too big to handle ,its a soft top ...just thinking where i put it ,ar yes a friend has it, he's also is learning ,and learning fast .
the starboard go is also good ,but doesn't plane as fast as the kailua.but very stable .
I'm afraid you will end up buying a few boards by the time you have it wired ...but enjoy the ride .its magic .

i doubt we would ever sell it ,its so pleasing to see friends faces ,amazed when they start moving on it ..