I wouldn't worry too much at the moment. Get out there and give it a crack. Some people want a huge board to learn on (which really does help) but that's not the only way to learn. If it's big enough for you to balance on and get to your feet then you can begin the learning process. If you put in ten sessions with zero progression then you will probably want to reassess.

Schwerve said..
I will give it a shot for sure. I learned windsurfing on a very narrow racing style Obrien board and made some progression for sure. Even though he size might have been right, that board was not an easy board to learn on.

On another note, if it isnt working for me would I be able to use it in the future once I learn or is it over with? Any board/size recommendations as alternative?

Did I buy a good board?

Share dims on your gear, it always helps further the discussion. I assume it's the 5'8"x29.5"?

That's a very traditional old school beginner shape that should be fine. I learned on a 5'10" x28.5" 120l that was fine.
You'll probably sell it in a year or two to another beginner.

Lots of wingers learn on one type of foil and later switch to different types and often brands. As a beginner with your weight and not a lot of wind, you'll be looking for something around 2000 square centimeters area, like a used Slingshot 84 or 99. Most people move on to different brands once they get better, but Slingshot can be a good option to start if you can get one at a good price. If you want to buy a brand where you can re-use parts later when you upgrade to more advanced foils, Axis is a good option. But the used market for Axis foils in the US seems to be pretty small, and you might end up replacing most components when switching to faster/turnier foils later.

Your best bet might be to take some lessons with North Beach Windsurfing at St Pete beach (www.nbwindsurfing.com/wing-foiling-lessons.htm), and have them supply the foil (and perhaps a bigger board for the first couple of lessons). You may be able to try foils that they also sell, or that are available used in store or private in the area.

I wouldn't worry about the 118L board, sounds good to me. I bought a 105L to learn on 3 months ago and it's fine (1305 foil). Time on the water is the best. I found windier days much easier to progress (15knts +), but the lighter days help technique and getting used to the board balance.