Proletariat
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High Wind: Arc, Foil or SLE?
The one thing I'm completely unprepared for in DePower land is really high wind. I'm looking to pick up another 10m-16m arc that actually turns, but I
could use your opinions on what TYPE of depower is best for 25+ mph winds.
I have only flown Arcs and LEIs to date. I always fly gusty inland winds, landboard, snow kite on skis and plan on Buggying.
Thanks in advance... Go!
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erratic winds
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Mood: ATGATT! Armor up!
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As your skill level increases what you consider high winds will increase.
With the insane punchy conditions that CO can deliver, I would recommend a LEI/ARC/Closed Cell Foil, in that order...
5-7m Lei(low aspect non C), 9-10m synergy/VII, 5-7m ccf....
Tide? What's a tide? Man, it's 1000 miles to any ocean.
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Proletariat
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Nice. That's the direction I was leaning after flying the Guerilla / Waroo back to back, but I wanted to hear some old timers' opinions (like Nick)
How long till you're back in action?
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Mood: ATGATT! Armor up!
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Will be flying at the final Dillon Snowkite Event 3/2-3 for sure...
Tide? What's a tide? Man, it's 1000 miles to any ocean.
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