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by alainh
Tue Nov 22, 2011 9:02 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Adjustment to wind range chart based on rider's weight
Replies: 1
Views: 981

Adjustment to wind range chart based on rider's weight

I am looking to purchase a new Switchblade 2012 and I know the wind range chart is usually for a 75kg person. What if someone is 70-71kg? I realize that it depends on riding style and board, etc but I was wondering how would one adjust his selection of a kite size based on his/her weight.
Thanks
by alainh
Fri Nov 18, 2011 11:29 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Costa Rica kiting in december???
Replies: 2
Views: 866

Re: Costa Rica kiting in december???

I am heading to Bahia salinas on december 16th, I hear great things about it.
by alainh
Fri Nov 18, 2011 11:05 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Now seriously - self rescue on a Cabrinha?
Replies: 57
Views: 11035

Re: Now seriously - self rescue on a Cabrinha?

Thanks for this helpful info. A couple of questions:
1- do you unhook after you pull the QR release
2- what do you do with the board as your trying to wind the lines. I am assuming that you forget about the board at is point.

Thanks
by alainh
Mon Nov 14, 2011 11:50 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: RRD Obsession 2012 vs Cabrinha Switchblade 2012
Replies: 16
Views: 9330

Re: RRD Obsession 2012 vs Cabrinha Switchblade 2012

Tanks Bobbi. I had seen the article and that's why I decided to look into the Obsession even though I have been riding a switchblade for 4 years now. I have to say that I was Really surprised by how low the SB scored!
by alainh
Mon Nov 14, 2011 8:56 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: RRD Obsession 2012 vs Cabrinha Switchblade 2012
Replies: 16
Views: 9330

Re: RRD Obsession 2012 vs Cabrinha Switchblade 2012

I have to agree with Saami, I don't think RRD has good quality kites and cabrinha (after model 2007) have done a good job with quality. I own 2 switchblades and they are very well built.
by alainh
Sun Nov 13, 2011 10:45 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: RRD Obsession 2012 vs Cabrinha Switchblade 2012
Replies: 16
Views: 9330

RRD Obsession 2012 vs Cabrinha Switchblade 2012

Anyone tested the new RRDs? I read that they are a great kite and trying to decide between a Switchblade 2012 or an RRD. Any advice or comments?
by alainh
Sat Oct 29, 2011 2:06 pm
Forum: Travel
Topic: Bahia de Salinas Costa Rica
Replies: 5
Views: 3165

Re: Bahia de Salinas Costa Rica

After 11 years kiting in Bahia Salinas, I can say that wind is there every day from mid November 'til mid May with an average of only 1 or 2 days per month without it. Wind actually begin even before but you can get some light afternoons. Starting from mid December have a small kite is a must, caus...
by alainh
Mon Oct 24, 2011 7:37 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: 2012 Switchblade And GoPro HD2 camera early impressions
Replies: 10
Views: 3644

Re: 2012 Switchblade early impressions & twilight photos

Thanks for the review. I am about to purchase one myself. Can you tell us about the quality of the canopy?
by alainh
Fri Oct 14, 2011 3:10 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Best place to buy Cabrinha Kite in US (on Internet)
Replies: 6
Views: 1934

Re: Best place to buy Cabrinha Kite in US (on Internet)

prelives wrote:I bought my Switchblade 12m from www.kiteboarding.com in Texas. Best price I found and great customer service. Robin was especially helpful!!
Thanks for the feedback. I contacted them to get some more info. Appreciate your time.
by alainh
Fri Oct 14, 2011 11:48 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Best place to buy Cabrinha Kite in US (on Internet)
Replies: 6
Views: 1934

Best place to buy Cabrinha Kite in US (on Internet)

Looking to buy a 2012 Cabrinha Switchblade 9m. Would any recommend any sites? Here are 3 sites that seem to have it in stock but not sure how good they are in terms of customer services, prices, etc: http://www.inlandsea.com/ http://www.kite-line.com http://www.bigwinds.com/ Please share you experie...

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