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Gday, Im new to kiteboarding and was wanting to buy some new or second hand gear. Problem is Im a big guy, 6'4 105 kg, was wondering if any one out there has any advice for me about buying gear, kite size that would best suit etc???
Cheers and thanks for the advise
WA
354 posts
hey mate i would always recommend new gear if you can afford it but as for style of kites i would probably lean towards a sle (supported leading edge) as they have a far better wind range compared to c kites. with sizing is depends on where you are from if you are in WA i would recommend a 12 for Perth but east coast i know guys my size 66 kgs using 15's . with regards to board sizing i would star out on no smaller than a 140 as you want this extra size to help you get up on the board and improve you board skills.
with kite brand i would only be being biased but if you want to p.m me and ask anything feel free
kite boy
WA
354 posts
that is exactly why chabrina sales are down and they are making a c kite
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