Hi

I'm potentially in the market for a light wind board. I'm 75kg and currently sailing a Starboard Kombat 87L. and an average sailor

Purpose sailing is river and if not too choppy in the ocean. I've looked at Tabou Rocket, 3S, JP All ride, JP x-cite so far (via the net)

I'm not sure what volume will suit my weight and board type to suit my ability. I have no problem water starting because i spend a bit of time in the water particularly when attempting a jibe, i like the taste of salt i guess

I'll need a bigger sail and mast to go with, probably looking for something between 6.2-6.5 - no cams

Vince

you make me jealous
the equipment you cite as light wind equipment is smaller than my smallest
as an average heavyweight windsurfer of 105 kilos - i use a 6.3 with a 124 litre board in 40 to 60 kph winds (over 20 knots)
this is a reminder that IF your equipment is too small, is losing weight an option ??
however, one knot less required to plane seems to need a loss of 5 kilos ~ 10 pounds
so, if i lose the 20 pounds that i should, I will plane in 2 knots less wind
and obviously be more agile on the board !!!
thanks for the encouragement !!!