NSW
216 posts
Im 87Kg on an 85L ML and for higher wind strengths I have a 2.8 and 3.5 (different brands) and there is a noticeable difference in these. The 2.8 comes out when its really ON and gusty as its just easier to manage than the 3.5 and its usually windy enough that Im not trying to pump the wing to get on foil, its more about trying to hold the wing steady and pumping the board to get going/release. I also find that a bigger foil with more glide (CODE 860R or 680R ) is easier in super gusty conditions, as I can then focus on modulating my speed with the handwing instead of trying to keep a smaller, reactive foil under control as I get hit with big wind speed changes, wind driven chop etc