Hi, I've recently upgraded to a fanatic/duotone all carbon set up with the 1000 front wing (I moved down from a 1750). The 1000 aero free is fantastic and easier than i expected. I'm 76kg and using a 98l board.
question is, do I need a bigger foil for lighter winds (12knots plus) or can I get away with the 1000?
Any advice appreciated.
I'd say yes, you need a bigger wing for light days. It'd pair well with a 1305 Glide wing set.
I don't tend to use my aero free 1000 until it's over 15kts. It's a bit too draggy on light days. I'm the same weight and board size.
I find the 1000 fun once the swells are above at least a meter high. Below that I use my 1500HA.
I use the 1000 when there is stable wind for a 4.5 (82kg) Above I love the 1250, which I use mostly with my 5.5, but also when gusty 4.5 conditions apply. The new 1500 I use together with my Ventis 7.0 as it takes its load better and gets me going earlier and with better upwind than with the 1250.
The smallest Free is a 800, the biggest 2000 now DT labeled. That makes the 1000 biased towards higher rather than lower winds. But that's kind of definition and depending on where you live.
Select to expand quoteossy said..
Sounds like I need a bigger front wing!
Does anybody have any spare wings for sale? Looks like the glide 1305 or similar would be a good bet.
