Im considering getting a downwind board. Probably use one from Leighton-scarborough area and also Ledge Point..Lancelin.
Im 85 kg. 5 11 .
What boards are you using ? Recommendations ?

I had a 14 glide but just got a dc16 which is IMO a much better board. Only downside is the extra 2 feet for storage.

Also look at hobie, coreban, lahui Kai, sic, fanatic, Jimmy Lewis, starboard

dtm said...

my dc 14 is pretty epic board

I'm also loving my DC14. Jeremy, if you want to have a try, let me know.

Love my Glide! Used one on a Maliko Run as well. NEVER had the nose go under! In flat water the banana bottom curve feels like you're having to work pretty hard but in big bumps in feels great. No need for too much fancy footwork to keep from falling which is good if you're getting tired...

Thanks guys your advice is appreciated. Adam I might take you up on trying the board out. So many toys..so many decisions..life is sweet. heyhey

Two stand-out boards on sale here are a SIC F16, and a DC16. Great boards for your weight Jeremy. The DC will probably be slightly better for Flat Water Touring & Racing, and SIC F16 for DW. F16 might be slightly better in really good DW conditions.

Either board would be great for Race & DW, general coastal and estuary touring.

Any plans for another Great Ocean Road visit Jeremy?

SIC F16 from Hux.
www.seabreeze.com.au/Classifieds/Stand%20Up%20Paddle/~rs4ze/2008-F16-Sic-Sandwich-Island-Composites-F16-16-0.aspx?search=uQNVTXNc1pVmLaT%2fQ5QGqg%3d%3d

A DC16 from Lacey;
www.seabreeze.com.au/Classifieds/Stand%20Up%20Paddle/~blzdb/2010-Dc16.aspx?search=uQNVTXNc1pWhjfFr%2b0%2fS5w%3d%3d

My guide ratings out of 10...Lacey or others might be able to help out here too.... ;

DC16;
Flat Water Race - 9.5+
DW - 9

F16;
Flat Water Race - 9
DW - 9.5+

Door to door delivery would be very roughly $150 (+?).

No that is a newer shape looks awesome

Just demo'd the naish 14 ft glide. I tried to cajole my son into helping me drop a car off but he wasnt able too. No worries ill just paddle a little up wind and then try it out. That proved near impossible. Breeze 15-17 knots.
Dragged the board 500m up the beach (my fitness leaves a bit to be desired at present..)... and came back paddling. I need a longer run to assess the board , but intial impressions were it was fantastic.
I'll try to give it another go and also try some other boards.
I can see this would be sensational fun in better conditions especially as my skills develop.

SIMON..I going to Melbourne for a course in October and I'm taking a a week off after to go to the surf coast. oct 31- nov 5th. I hope to catch up with you and Phil again.

Sounds great Luke. I maybe be going to Ledge on Friday..plans still fluid..if im in town I would definetly be in a DW . Tks for the invite ..I ll keep you posted.