Tucker's videos are some of the best wing foiling vids anywhere online. Always honest objective assessments. I'm going to be trying out one of these boards soon.... Tucker! By the way, cute cat but PLEASE leave him/her indoors this spring & summer. Cats on the loose kill about 1Billion birds and also millions of small mammals in N. America; only destruction of forests is a bigger factor. At least, get a collar with a bell, maybe?
I love this board, I’m a 125 pound female, beginner wing foiler, but experienced surfer and the board works great for me. Only complaint I have as well is the small handle. Although I like that it is on the bottom side of the board, even I can only get 3 fingers in carrying it! So not quite understanding the small size of it either. But all the rest is great, very happy with it :)
@@ajachild Do read this comment from Tucker though, as I must agree it is a little harder to learn on the size 5.8 as a beginner : " I'd agree with Raglan Matt on this one. The 6'7 is a better board for learning. Especially in light winds. You could possibly learn on the 5'8 but you'll struggle more and need more wind. The right conditions would be critical for those first few sessions. I wouldn't suggest it unless you have an extensive boardsports background and foil experience." -Tucker
Hi, Thé board you sail in the vidéo is a 6.7 while the one you show is a 5.8. Did you sail both boards and if yes how would you compare and contrast them?
@@MACkiteboarding Does the 6'7" increase very much the take off in choppy and light winds compared to 5'8"? Which are the disadvantages of the 6'7" for an intermediate 70 kg guy? Too big? For learning jibes I guess 6'7" would be better. Thanks.
@@tate2863 The 6'7 will be nice for light winds but the 5'8 will be better for decent winds. It's still long enough to have an easy take off in difficult conditions. - Tucker
Alan Cadiz recent video's show him attaching his wing leash to his board in this location with a smooth rigid plastic leash (Naish wing style). Then he has a bungie leash from his waist attached to that other leash.
I'd agree with Raglan Matt on this one. The 6'7 is a better board for learning. Especially in light winds. You could possibly learn on the 5'8 but you'll struggle more and need more wind. The right conditions would be critical for those first few sessions. I wouldn't suggest it unless you have an extensive boardsports background and foil experience. -Tucker
I did get the 4'6 from your shop, but learning on a larger board. I kind of wish I got the larger size, but I'm pretty sure I'll be VERY happy once I start riding the 4'6. The waters here are very choppy. I did give it a try, but was not able to even kneel on it. I'm 150 lbs.
@@tomasgulas For sure. The key on small boards is keeping your center of gravity low until you get power in the canopy. If you have not already seen it, check out this video... th-cam.com/video/NaPgTBl1oPg/w-d-xo.html You might find some success with practice on a flat day without wind. Get out there and work on your body placement and balance. Once you nail that, work on handling your wing so you can get it into position quickly with your body low. If you are low, in the right spot on the board, and can get the sail into position, it's off to the races if you have enough wind. I'd suggest 18-22kn and flat water if you can find it. -Tucker
Tucker's videos are some of the best wing foiling vids anywhere online. Always honest objective assessments. I'm going to be trying out one of these boards soon....
Tucker! By the way, cute cat but PLEASE leave him/her indoors this spring & summer. Cats on the loose kill about 1Billion birds and also millions of small mammals in N. America; only destruction of forests is a bigger factor. At least, get a collar with a bell, maybe?
Thanks for the pat on the back and suggestions jhmastodonj.
-Tucker
I have the 4’6” and love it (I'm 5'4" 145 LBS)! Can’t beat the price but also the performance has been awesome.
Awesome to hear!
I love this board, I’m a 125 pound female, beginner wing foiler, but experienced surfer and the board works great for me. Only complaint I have as well is the small handle. Although I like that it is on the bottom side of the board, even I can only get 3 fingers in carrying it! So not quite understanding the small size of it either. But all the rest is great, very happy with it :)
Hi can you please say what size starboard you ride? Will help me size mine. Thank you 🙏
@@ajachild I ride the 5.8
@@ajachild Do read this comment from Tucker though, as I must agree it is a little harder to learn on the size 5.8 as a beginner : " I'd agree with Raglan Matt on this one. The 6'7 is a better board for learning. Especially in light winds. You could possibly learn on the 5'8 but you'll struggle more and need more wind. The right conditions would be critical for those first few sessions. I wouldn't suggest it unless you have an extensive boardsports background and foil experience."
-Tucker
Thanks so much! Just ordered the 6.7 :) thanks for your feedback! Much appreciated
@@ajachild Super! Have fun :)
I bought the 7’ Starboard and it’s a great board. Can’t beat $999.
Très bonne idée d'avoir installer une accroche pour un lesh de caméra. Merci pour cette vidéo. Il a pas l'air de faire très chaud par là-bas 😉
Hi, Thé board you sail in the vidéo is a 6.7 while the one you show is a 5.8. Did you sail both boards and if yes how would you compare and contrast them?
Yes, I've ridden them both. The 5'8 was much better for my size and experience. The 6'7 would be excellent for learning. -Tucker
@@MACkiteboarding Does the 6'7" increase very much the take off in choppy and light winds compared to 5'8"? Which are the disadvantages of the 6'7" for an intermediate 70 kg guy? Too big? For learning jibes I guess 6'7" would be better. Thanks.
@@tate2863 The 6'7 will be nice for light winds but the 5'8 will be better for decent winds. It's still long enough to have an easy take off in difficult conditions. - Tucker
A guy from starboard said the front hole on the bow is for attaching your wing leash. Don’t quite know how that would work.
Alan Cadiz recent video's show him attaching his wing leash to his board in this location with a smooth rigid plastic leash (Naish wing style). Then he has a bungie leash from his waist attached to that other leash.
Hi trying to find this video, as really want to see what this looks like... do you have the link? Thanks :)
It looks like the longer one would double as a sup foil surf board? How many liters in that one? And thanks for the reminder about cars!
4'6 is 75L, 5'8 is 88L, 6'7 is 115L, 7'0 is 130L
-Tucker
When will the 7.0 be in stock?
Sadly, it's going to be the 2022 version in October.
-Tucker
would u recommend this 5'8 to someone whos a beginner to wing foiling? I'm around your weight
I got the 6 7, it is the perfect first board
I'd agree with Raglan Matt on this one. The 6'7 is a better board for learning. Especially in light winds. You could possibly learn on the 5'8 but you'll struggle more and need more wind. The right conditions would be critical for those first few sessions. I wouldn't suggest it unless you have an extensive boardsports background and foil experience.
-Tucker
I did get the 4'6 from your shop, but learning on a larger board. I kind of wish I got the larger size, but I'm pretty sure I'll be VERY happy once I start riding the 4'6. The waters here are very choppy. I did give it a try, but was not able to even kneel on it. I'm 150 lbs.
@@tomasgulas For sure. The key on small boards is keeping your center of gravity low until you get power in the canopy. If you have not already seen it, check out this video...
th-cam.com/video/NaPgTBl1oPg/w-d-xo.html
You might find some success with practice on a flat day without wind. Get out there and work on your body placement and balance. Once you nail that, work on handling your wing so you can get it into position quickly with your body low. If you are low, in the right spot on the board, and can get the sail into position, it's off to the races if you have enough wind. I'd suggest 18-22kn and flat water if you can find it.
-Tucker