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chrisinbahamas

Since 22 Jul 2007
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PostMon Aug 20, 07 6:12 am    i need help Reply with quote

hey
i own a 9m switchblade and i weigh 120lbs. can someone give me an estimate windrange for me

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Garret

Since 07 Sep 2006
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PostMon Aug 20, 07 6:36 am     Reply with quote

I am sure you are going to get more responses with wind ranges and data, but what I would suggest is that you get atleast one other kite- ie a 7m or a 5m kite if you are planing on being in the gorge. At your weight the 9m is going to be a pretty light wind kite for you. If you have a couple options for kites you will be able to go out on a lot more days and you won't be tempted to push the envelope if the wind is a little to strong for your 9m.
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jbruxer

Since 24 Jul 2005
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PostMon Aug 20, 07 9:03 am     Reply with quote

I would agree with Garrett! I ride my 9m most of the time and I am right around 200lbs. Definetly a light wind kite for you.

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Gman

Since 11 Feb 2006
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PostMon Aug 20, 07 4:09 pm     Reply with quote

15 to 25 sounds about right

Assuming you are in the BAHAMAS - you would probably want a 12 or 13m light wind kite for the typical mellow trades and maybe a 5m when something big heads your way in the next few weeks.

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