Board Question

faceplant · Post by **faceplant** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 4:28 pm

Would a 138cm Crazyfly Allround be too short for me? I got offered a little bit of a deal on it and I just want to get a second opinion before making a decision. I'm about 170lbs and I'll just be getting started on the water, though I was snowkiting all winter. Right now my only water kite is a 15m bow, if that helps.

Any advice would be great.

Thanks.

Death Roll · Post by **Death Roll** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 4:36 pm

Are you sure you're only 170lbs??? I've seen you in pink wetsuit and I think you're pushing 3bills anyway. I think if you have two 138 boards, one for each leg, then it be okay

Death Roll · Post by **Death Roll** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 4:53 pm

Hey Faceplant I'm sorry for the above comments... I thought you were my buddy Roger who goes by face plant.

drknap · Post by **drknap** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 5:06 pm

Brian. What width is this board? It would probably work well for an all- around board if it is 40cm or better. That being said:

I've been telling everyone how much I like my 145x48. I'm riding this board more than my 132x44 with seemingly no loss in performance. I can pop, boost, jump, roll, ride toeside, etc just as well. It plans super soon, keeps going in the lulls and you don't notice the wideness when edging hard when the wind is up. Heavily endorsing this big board for everyone. I've been able to dramatically increase the range of my 13m pro with it. Larry at the Scuba Center is taking orders always.

JRN · Post by **JRN** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 5:14 pm

How about trading a test drive on my new "STRAPLESS" for twice around the block on your "MEGA C-FLY?"

I still LOVE my SX 151, but want to know what I'm missing! Jim N.

avery · Post by **avery** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 5:14 pm

The all around 138x40 Crazy Fly would be a great size. I have not been on that exact board yet ride a 137x44 and a 125x41 Crazy Fly which you are free to try when you find me at WBL.

With the 15m kite you will be able to get out in little wind and still hold down an edge when it picks up.

I used to be big into what kite I ride now I am more into boards since Crazy Fly has come along.

faceplant · Post by **faceplant** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 5:40 pm

Thanks guys - I really appreciate the advice. I'll probably grab it.

Kurt - the board's 40 wide, so its right on the border. I look forward to getting out and riding with you once my bar exam's over with.

Thanks again,

Bryan

Micky · Post by **Micky** » Wed Jun 27, 2007 6:04 pm

I am 165 lbs and ride 11 and 13 meter kites only since that's all I have. My only board is aan sx151. I just ordered the Crazyfly 137 x 44 pro. I'm hoping not to go shorter for awhile.

Eric P · Post by **Eric P** » Thu Jun 28, 2007 7:10 am

I used to ride a 125 best drive, then this year I broke down and ordered a spleene rip 138. It's great. I think the little boards are a thing of the past with these really nible, light, flexy boards. I get way more speed and pop out of the spleene, and much easier landings. It goes up wind great in anything over 12 MPH, and rides super smooth. Sounds like the crazy fly your looking at is very similar. Should be a good choice. Have fun on the water.

Tighe · Post by **Tighe** » Thu Jun 28, 2007 7:55 am

I hate to disagree with the crowd above but...I might suggest going longer or wider than 138 x40. All the comments above are from experienced riders. While you may end up with a board that size, starting with a board that short and somewhat narrow may hinder your learning process. I have found that many students who jump too small too soon, end up working on the basics for a long time.

Conditionals to the above recommendation:
If you wakeboard
If you were riding very powered up with the Inflatable on a snowboard last winter.
You're an experienced snowboarder

If any of the above are true you'll most likely be fine with the board you're looking at. Otherwise I would suggest starting a bit longer or a bit wider board.

my 2 cents

RobH · Post by **RobH** » Thu Jun 28, 2007 8:53 am

The Crazyfly sounds like a fun size for a guy at 170. Its nice to have board options. at 210 my favorite board is Nobile 132, however it only comes out when I know Im going to be well powered and consistant power. I found the board builds speed so well that it makes up for being small, and is allot more agile and fun to jump. However if its a day with lulls I prefer riding the bigger boards to keep me going when the wind shuts off.

faceplant · Post by **faceplant** » Thu Jun 28, 2007 8:38 pm

Thanks again for all the advice. I decided to go with a bit bigger version - the Allround 145X41. It sounded like everybody thought the performance of the board was good, and that the extra size could only help. Thanks again, and I look forward to seeing everybody on the water soon.

Bryan

Tighe · Post by **Tighe** » Thu Jun 28, 2007 9:12 pm

I think you'll be happy with that choice.

shera · Post by **shera** » Fri Jun 29, 2007 7:42 am

I just picked up my crazyfly 137X44 yesterday!
Hope for wind this weekend....yeehaw!

Tighe · Post by **Tighe** » Fri Jun 29, 2007 10:34 am

That's a great board for your size/weight and experience Leah. I think you'll be happy with it.

Stroh · Post by **Stroh** » Fri Jun 29, 2007 1:35 pm

Is crazyfly the boards that you are not suposed to jump with??

Jon

avery · Post by **avery** » Fri Jun 29, 2007 1:42 pm

Not that I am aware of... Where did you hear that?

Tighe · Post by **Tighe** » Fri Jun 29, 2007 6:41 pm

be nice Stroh. It'll get out on it's own

LAKAWA

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