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Strapless Start: float- VS sink-mast

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Created by peterpeter007 Tuesday, 16 Feb 2026
peterpeter007
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Tuesday , 16 Feb 2026 11:26PM
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Hey experienced Kitefoilers,
currently transition from front+rear strap to front strap only & works nicely. Since I have the feeling i am forced into a position (balancing; foot swap practice) I also want to get rid of the last strap.
My mast on my setup (fi'll armstrong: wkt122,tc60,72cm carbon mast) is floating vertically & practicing strapless start becomes challenging like that (hand required to keep the mast horizontal). I know that a longer mast (question is from which length on) will make my mast float horizontally.
Are there any downsides to that horizontal float "feature" which will enable me to practice strapless start easier? Will it become significantly easier to practice strapless start? Interested in your thoughts :)

cheers
Peter



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