Very interesting. What size of foils do you use and any preference between high aspect to low aspect front wings for downwinder? I see that you were using gloves under your mitts, doesn't it make harder to hold on to the wing? I suppose that harness lines help with that. I'm in Kent and mostly go out on the inland waters (Bewl) where it's usually very gusty, less lift from the foil comparing to the sea and obviously no waves but I'd love to try downwinder especially in Scotland. Thanks for sharing.
Howdy. I use Axis HPS930 (78kg rider). Definitely prefer high aspect for the glide and speed, also important that your setup doesn't generate too much front foot pressure as that gets tiring really quickly. I use heavy duty nitrile type gloves under open palm mitts, they give great grip and the combination is enough warmth over the Scottish winter. I don't usually use a harness at all for downwind but definitely good if you have long crosswind sections. The West Coast of Scotland is incredible for downwinders, for sure worth a visit :)
That's why I advocate floater boards, it would be super unlucky to have a wing pop but even if it does you should still be able to use whatever is left (boom and fabric) so make way downwind. Worst case you prone paddle. I almost always carry a VHF now so if something happens you can talk to any passing boats rather than push the red button for Coast Guard.
Thanks for the show AC! And I appreciated your comments. Looking forward to more from Scotland, Cheers! BestRob
Cheers mate!
Epic!
Some good info and nice waves there🤙
Fab vid...well done.
pretty cool ride ! good to know for inreach seem interesting to have !
Really great video ! Love the wasps 😊 looks like foil bliss !
Very interesting. What size of foils do you use and any preference between high aspect to low aspect front wings for downwinder? I see that you were using gloves under your mitts, doesn't it make harder to hold on to the wing? I suppose that harness lines help with that. I'm in Kent and mostly go out on the inland waters (Bewl) where it's usually very gusty, less lift from the foil comparing to the sea and obviously no waves but I'd love to try downwinder especially in Scotland. Thanks for sharing.
Howdy. I use Axis HPS930 (78kg rider). Definitely prefer high aspect for the glide and speed, also important that your setup doesn't generate too much front foot pressure as that gets tiring really quickly. I use heavy duty nitrile type gloves under open palm mitts, they give great grip and the combination is enough warmth over the Scottish winter. I don't usually use a harness at all for downwind but definitely good if you have long crosswind sections. The West Coast of Scotland is incredible for downwinders, for sure worth a visit :)
Hope to come join you some day!
I would be afraid that my wing would pop. What is your bail out plan?
That's why I advocate floater boards, it would be super unlucky to have a wing pop but even if it does you should still be able to use whatever is left (boom and fabric) so make way downwind. Worst case you prone paddle. I almost always carry a VHF now so if something happens you can talk to any passing boats rather than push the red button for Coast Guard.
Dont forget parachute or ejection seat.
@@andycorbe you could also use your.
I live in troon, looking to buy some kit and get into it!
Awesome! it's only gotten better since I made this. Hit me up on Facebook, there's been a bit of evolution in the kit and I can help you get set up.
@@andycorbe Will do👍