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Author Topic: How low can you go and in which gear ? The lightwind debate  (Read 5659 times)

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Hew somebody test gong 9m2  what its posibel with 9m2 its to big for light wind pleas um answer

Hi Davor
Are you referring to the Gong superpower 9m? I've been keeping an eye out for reviews of that as I'm interested to know how it handles as well, but so far I've only seen a few reviews for the 6m. I have a Gong wing plus 7m and find it really good - but have never tried any wing of similar size to make a comparison. Its great in 9-15 knots, but I suppose it depends a lot on your weight - I'm 85kg and quite tall. I've used it when it's been gusting between 15 and nearly 19 knots and although it wasn't the most comfortable, i could handle it fine and never felt out of control. As long as it's averaging 10 knots it doesn't matter if it drops down to 8 knots occasionally, BUT if it stays at 8knots consistently (or drops lower) it is hard to get up on foil, and it feels really heavy as it isn't supported by the wind so well. Also, as it's BIG, you always have to be aware to make sure the wing tip doesn't catch the water. My worries about a 9m are that the extra weight will limit it's light wind performance - I might get going in 8 knots, but will it feel like a lump in my hands? Also will it catch in the water more? Personally I think the 9m might be targeted at heavier riders who need more than a 6 or 7m to get going in the same wind range as lighter riders.
Having said that, if people say it gets them good sessions in 6 knots + then i'm in!!!! We have so many light wind days where I am that extending my wind range to the 6-10 knot range would give me sooooo much more time on the water.
I'd be VERY interested to hear if anyone has used the Gong 9m and what they think of it.
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