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TwinTip comparing board sizes

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Created by CrashTestOZ > 9 months ago, 5 May 2014
CrashTestOZ
QLD, 76 posts
5 May 2014 7:52PM
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Can any one comment if one would feel any difference when riding a board 142x42 compared to 140x43. Assuming they are similar design. I guess what i am asking is how does a board length and its width influence the ride?

Rails
QLD, 1371 posts
6 May 2014 6:34AM
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My wife reckons the extra length compensates for a slight lack of girth
But 2cm give or take ain't gunna change her life

GreenPat
QLD, 4093 posts
8 May 2014 11:19PM
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I reckon the difference would be noticeable. Small, but noticeable. If you had them both with you for a demo one day in consistent conditions and switched them back and forth a couple of times you should be able to notice a difference (unless you're a complete beginner). I could be wrong though, my wife often says I am.

wishy
WA, 1501 posts
8 May 2014 10:12PM
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Is 132cm small for 85kg?
I often see people talking about 140cm+ but I've only ever used 132cm boards.
I always figured take the smallest board with the biggest kite and you should be able to boost more?

GreenPat
QLD, 4093 posts
9 May 2014 11:34PM
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My main ride for a year or two was 129cm while I was about 105kg. Whatever floats your boat.



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