Honestly, that's when it reaaally gets fun!
But if you're new, then I'd wait before venturing out in the big winds. Perhaps you can tag along with a more experienced sailor to get a feel for the boat in higher winds.
Have fun!!
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| Author: | hocysk8er [ Tue Jul 10, 2007 11:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | 17 MPH winds and 23mph gust too much for a hobie 16? |
Is 17 MPH winds and 23mph gust too much for a hobie 16? I am new and the most wind I have seen so far on my lake is 8-10. Is 17mph wind and gust to 23mph too much for a me? |
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| Author: | OLD SCHOOL 18 [ Tue Jul 10, 2007 12:47 pm ] |
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Honestly, that's when it reaaally gets fun!
But if you're new, then I'd wait before venturing out in the big winds. Perhaps you can tag along with a more experienced sailor to get a feel for the boat in higher winds. Have fun!! |
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| Author: | hobie1616 [ Tue Jul 10, 2007 2:12 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 17 MPH winds and 23mph gust too much for a hobie 16? |
hocysk8er wrote: Is 17mph wind and gust to 23mph too much for a me?
If you're asking it probably is. Get some experience, learn how to detune the boat (mast rake, travel out, down haul, body position) and then give it a shot. You will have fun. |
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| Author: | Skipshot [ Tue Jul 10, 2007 11:03 pm ] |
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The boat can handle the wind, but can you? I second Hobie 1616's advice. I'd say when the winds get to 25 sustained it's time to get off the water, because then it comes more of a struggle than fun. However, sailing in winds that strong will give you something to talk about. |
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| Author: | Barren [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 6:58 am ] |
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meh... I did 10-20 gusting 25 on my 5th or 6th time out on the 16.. was a absolute blast! |
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| Author: | hocysk8er [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 9:34 am ] |
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Didn't get a chance. Storm changed course and gust were expected up to 60mph!! I said I will pass on that one!!! |
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| Author: | Hobie Nick [ Wed Jul 11, 2007 9:43 am ] |
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Do what you are comfortable with. go out with a more experienced sailor or work your way up to the heavier air. I have found that strong, sustained winds without the gusts are great. It's the gusts that will get you into trouble. |
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