Ok so looking for another wing for the higher wind days here (20-30mph mostly.)
I have a Swing 5m and am 140lbs (63kg.) I’m comfortable on this from about 12mph to low 20’s. At my weight, 20 is rocking with a 5 and I’d like to drop a size.
The question is do I go to 3m or 4m? I’m leaning towards 4 as I think that might be an easy overlap and 20-30 is about the best days we see in SoCal.
But 3 would give me more range on top for trips to where the wind really rocks. What’s the real world low end on a 3m wing at my size? Or am I fine with a 4 and just borrow or buy a 3 when I make it to the islands?
I love my 4.5 Armstrong which has worked well from 12 mph to 20+ for me (180lbs), but it’s a lot to handle on the stronger days. I already did get a smaller front wing on my foil which did help feel less overpowered, but a 3.5 A-wing or similar is my next purchase to further extend my comfort range.
Thx, yes, I’m looking in the 4-ish range. The comment about better to be overpowered is right on and we seldom see 30+ and when we do I’m staying home.
I scored a 4m BRM used so I’m set. I will add though that I’m finding the better you get the smaller wings you can ride in lighter conditions. I’m hoping my 4m becomes my go to wing.
