Widen your wind range with limited sail sizes (Part ONE) ~ Most important windsurf fine-tuning tips

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If someone ever told you that in order to take part in and enjoy this sport, you need a ton of gear and a massive car to transport it.... you have been totally misled! Windsurfing at it best is done with the right skills in order to maximise the performance and wind range you get out of the gear that you do have. In this video I am explaining how having limited sail sizes teaches you to become a better-skilled windsurfer by learning how fine-tuning and sailing technique can open up a whole new world of possibilities on the gear you have.
In this video I am also expanding on the things that you should rather be investing your time and money in, other than a wide range of sail sizes: Good fin ranges, an adjustable outhaul kit and time on the water sailing in over and underpowered conditions with the same size sail.
During this time with covid and the delays with regards to 2021 gear, I have had the golden opportunity to scale down for a few months from using 7 different sizes to only 3. This time has been super valuable to me and has taught me so many new skills that I would like to share with you in this video. I am also expanding on how using the correct masts in your Severne sails makes a huge difference in the range of conditions you can take on with the same sail size. Mental confidence is a big aspect of windsurf performance. Learning to hold onto the same size sail in strong winds, where you would have normally changed down to a smaller size is a golden technique to learn and mental challenge to overcome.
I hope you enjoy the video!... Let me know if you have any questions in the comments below.
Stay tuned for part two where I will be talking all about getting lift and learning how to rail the board in order to widen your wind range and get top performance out of your gear.
Also check out my other videos on windsurf gear tips:
~ All you need to know about windsurf slalom fins:
Part one: • Windsurf slalom fins e...
Part two: • Windsurf slalom fins e...
~ Slalom race sail rigging and fine-tuning:
• HOW TO RIG AND FINE-TU...
~ My Severne Fox review:
• My Severne Fox review ...
~ How to rig for speed-sailing:
• Luderitz Speed Challen...
Keep the wind in your sails!
Karo
#windsurfing #severnesails #windsurftips #worldofwindsurf #windsurftv #karovantonder #fox #severnefox #windsurfgear #windsurfreview #prowindsurftips #windsurffins #slalomsails

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@maikelvantures3660 2 года назад

I am sailing for 6 months now and this last 1,5 month i only use my 5,7. Even in Xtreme conditions it is so fun to be overpowered

@florianbauch3581 3 года назад

Covering a large range of wind with just three riggs ist amazing. Great ambassador for Windsurf. Fast and elegant reminding me of Jenna de Rosnay.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your awesome message and positive feedback! 😊 I'm so glad that you are enjoying my videos 🤙

@CharlieCushing 3 года назад

Fantastic. I'm just getting back into windsurfing after 15 years. Back then, as a kid, I used a hand-me-down 6.5 Cam and a 5.0 RAF and loved it. I almost always used the 6.5 because it was SO stable! Last year, I started renting Severne rigs to get back into the sport and had access to every single size sail. But I always wound up on a 7.0, and a 5.5. The exception was when it was gusting to 40kts and raw fear had me experimenting with smaller and smaller sails like crazy. Now I'm thinking about building my own quiver, and have been thinking seriously about getting ONLY a 7.0 and a 5.5 - it made the hair on the back of my neck stand up when you said the same thing - I actually said it out loud and then you immediately said the same thing like 1 second later! XD I guess if you weigh 90kg's+, then you'll need to modify upwards a bit. Maybe an 8.0 and a 6.0, but still...it really does only take two until you're playing in seriously strong winds. Good stuff. Good stuff.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Awesome to hear that you've experienced exactly the same! Windsurfing becomes so much more enjoyable when one can take on such a wide range of conditions with less gear! Even up to now I still only have my 7.0 and 5.5 Machs (new gear will only arrive later this year due to covid) and i've been having such a great time on the water, probably one of the best training seasons! I found that ever since Severne Mach2 5.5 came out, that sail has been taking over completely the role of my 6.2 due to its powerful, deep shape. Definitely correct, a heavier person would upscale a little: One of my training partners is quite heavier and stronger than me, so he has found the exact same thing with his ranges... he mainly sticks to his 7 and 8.6, but when its super strong he is on his 5.5. He barely ever uses his 7.8 or 6.2 anymore! So great to hear that you are getting back into windsurfing and investing in your own optimal quiver. You are going to have such a blast on the 7.0 and 5.5 Severne Machs! Enjoy, and i'm very glad that my video helped secure your choices! 🤙😎

@leonsteyns 2 года назад

Only came across your channel recently… I’m returning to surfing as well, but as it’s been over thirty years I’m taking it slow and easy (don’t want to break too many bones just yet ;) Thanks for the great videos! Really like the comments and tips. Very helpful and encouraging. Cheers from The Netherlands 🇳🇱 Dankjewel!

@ericcharbonneau7842 3 года назад

“Other people are running around, changing sail size...” . Ok, time to come clean. I admit it, it was me, 😂😂. Seriously, thank you 🙏 for your great advice. I just can’t wait to try it out. All I have to do is wait for winter to end, lol.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

😄😄🤙... Hehe!! I think most of us windsurfers have been like that at a certain point in our journey! Glad my video is helpful!... I'll see if I can send over some of our summer and wind to your side to try it out😉 Hope the tips help a lot! 🤙

@ericcharbonneau7842 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder 🙏 thank you!

@WindsurfingNelson 3 года назад

Thanks for your excellent explanations and sharing your advice. It made the same experience. It is interesting though, that this was all driven by the pure necessity, wasn't it? Somebody who has everything won't have a need. Who wants to to go through more than is necessary? You need to want to push the limits, I think that's the prerequisite. {However, on the subject of the adjustable outhaul system I found it quite frustrating, that you need a three pulley system at the boom, which makes that an expensive upgrade. On the sail you either need a pulley compatible eyelet in the clew (race sail, very expensive) or you try the Chinook pulley system, which is fastened in the eyelet. However, the eyelets have different sizes which makes that impossible on some sails, too.} 🤙

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your nice comment and great feedback! 🤙 Yes, you are 100% correct, those adjustable harness lines can become frustrating if the sail and boom is not compatible for them. I find that with the Severne gear, the adjustable outhaul is compatible with all my booms, even on the smaller sizes. It's frustrating when it's not all compatible to other brands. Sorry to hear about this frustrating situation you are having. I hope that in future gear will be made more compatible, because the adjustable outhaul makes. A huge difference on the water!!

@markyboyclark 3 года назад

I've been saying this for years. Wind is never constant. Great video!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thanks so much! 🤙

@minifoil6613 3 года назад

Absolutely agree. I never used harness and not even considering. Like to feel wind in my hands, not in my low bottom.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

For sure!... Waist harness is way more controllable and comfortable! Makes such a big difference to switch to waist 🤙

@mannomadsi5996 Год назад

@@KarovanTonder he has mentioned NEVER use harness. Really do you agree with that???

@KarovanTonder Год назад

@@mannomadsi5996 I think that he meant to say that he never uses a seat harness instead of waist. His comment starts with “absolutely agree” and my video speaks of using a waist harness, not no harness at all. But if he really prefers to sail without a harness… he will grow extreme strong arms! 😊🤟

@mannomadsi5996 Год назад

@@KarovanTonder Thanks for your reply. By the way congratulations for your nice work. 😊😊

@MrKarlheinzspock 8 месяцев назад

Thank you for this video! I liked the section about confidence. Last time I was on the water I realized that my sail was a bit too big for the gusts. And I was pondering: Should I go back to shore and change my sail? But then I said to myself f*** it, I got like 2 hours of sunlight left. I'm not going to spend half an hour changing my gear. And as soon as I had made that decision things got much easier for me and I really enjoyed the following 2 hours with a slightly too big sail :D

@jorkolor 3 года назад

Super interesting. You share exactly the type of information I was missing so far. PLease keep em coming!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

😊🤙Thanks so much for your nice feedback!! I'm so glad that my videos are helpful 👌

@mladenkuzmanic2039 3 года назад

All of this is true. I have bin surfing for 3 years and I have 4 board, 3 foil setups and who knows how many sails and fins. I usually sail whit the biggest foil setup and 9.5 form 6-25 knots. But whit slam and wave I am picky and I like the control of optimal equipment.

@bundabergrum1089 3 года назад

Hi Karo! I am written from Japan. I fully agree for your sails concept. How to adjust with gear will develop skills even less sails or old gear.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your awesome feedback! I am glad I can help make windsurfing a little more relatable. So many guys are using 2nd hand gear and have limited sizes and they become unsure of whether to invest in more gear in order to enjoy the sport... but its definitely not always necessary! It is a lot more fun and challenging when focussing on improving techniques. 🤙

@amitbashaan 3 года назад

SO TRUE!!! Been sailing for 30 years and never had more than 2 sails at a time to cover 13- 35/40 knts. By the way Karo I got the whole FOX/NCX/Gasoil fins Combo up and flying and I feel my windsurfing has been REBORN!! Its Amazing!!! (Have to get used to the speed 😬🙃, this my first slalom kit ever) Thanx again for your extremely useful help and the guys at gasoil were simply amazing!! I told them how I sail, what i'm sailing on and they made 2 fins perfect for what I need (these fins are better than I expected and I expected alot!) Again, very useful videos, much appreceated help🙏

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Hi Amit! Thank you so much for this amazing feedback on my channel and for Gasoil Fins! I'm so stoked to hear that you are now having the most fun ever on the water with your new gear!... This is exactly the purpose of my channel😊👌 I will give your awesome feedback about Gasoil's friendly service to them, they would love to hear it. Thanks for taking the time to give such great feedback.... Hope you enjoy all the gear and keep on pushing your speed limits!! You are on the best gear 😎👌

@murphyflynn6471 3 года назад

Great information as always Karo, especially since I am looking to overhaul my gear in 2021 from sailing 20 year old boards and sails. Now I am so excited to start with limited gear knowing how to get much more range from it.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Awesome! 🤙 Thank you so much for your great feedback Murphy.... I'm so happy that I can be helpful with my videos. Going over to New gear is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences!! ... Enjoy it and so glad that I could help make the decision making between sizes a little easier for you. 🤙

@marcosgallodgp 3 года назад

Thanks for the honest and great advises!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

It's a great pleasure Marcos! 😊 🤙

@davidbaltar6322 3 года назад

Good point of view! I totally agree that having a lot of gear is far too expensive and difficult to transport, therefore making it difficult for youngsters to begin...turning this into advantage is a good idea!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thanks so much for your great feedback David! I'm so happy to help make this sport a lot more fun, realistic and accessible to a wider range of people 🤙 Back to the basics! 😊

@davidbaltar6322 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder deepening also in tunning to simplify, it can be very interesting to explain about freeride fins sizes and shapes. As you say in your video, changing fin is easier than having a lot of rigs and it's changing radically. People struggle to choose fins. Keep on those nice vids!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@davidbaltar6322 thanks David, yes 100%... The fin is one of the most important aspects of the rig👌I've made a series on slalom fins, going in depth with regards to the shape, size and factors that impact fin choice... Let me know if you have seen it and if it was helpful or if you need any more in-depth info that I can expand on in another video.. Thanks so much for the suggestion! 🤙

@davidbaltar6322 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder I've saw your video about fins, although I think it's really good, but more slalom oriented. I ment something simpler talking about type of shapes and sizes. I often see people struggling to do his first jibe with 44 slalom fin, straight...no matter what they try, board won't turn! Cheers!

@mmilhazes 3 года назад

Great vídeo!! 👏👏🚀🚀💪💪 thanks for the information!! 🙏🙏

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

I'm so glad to hear that! 😊 🙏 Thank you for your nice feedback! 🤙

@Windsurf254 3 года назад

Great video...keep them coming...had a nice day on the water myself today..

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thank you so much! I'm Glad you enjoy my videos! Nice. Yesterday was also a full day on the water here in Langebaan... Enjoy the wind! 🤙

@johnkeecherer6552 3 года назад

Thankyou for detail advice you are a awesome windsurfer!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your awesome feedback! 🤙 So glad I can help with my videos..

@longboarderanonymous5718 3 года назад

Very Useful Advice. Thanks!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

It's a great pleasure! Thanks for your awesome feedback 🤙

@pochron1105 3 года назад

Very informative, thanks!

@KarovanTonder 2 года назад

I’m so glad that it’s helpful 🤙🤙

@KompletterGeist 3 года назад

I can cover all conditions from 12 to 25 knots with a 105L Freewave Board with two sets of fins. One Boom, two masts, four sails (4.5m², 5.3m³, 6.2m², 7.0m²) Honestly with anything less, i feel it limits time on the water. But I agree, some people really overdo it with the amount of gear they are carrying

@motsbane Год назад

Haven’t seen adjustable outhauling clearly. So short! Thanks though!

@KarovanTonder Год назад

Pleasure!!

@sharewavestv 3 года назад

Christmas came early this year!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Hehehe!!! 😊😊🤙Yes!!! 🎉

@zanusbluesman 3 года назад

great lesson. thanks a lot

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

A great pleasure!

@rickydlayaute5387 Год назад

Thank's a lot for your usefull video !! 🙏😀🙏 If you agree ....what is your weight/size for a 5.5 and 7 sail basic quiver? And what board for this quiver? (I'm 1,78 m and 65kg and use 5.8 and 7.2 ...right?🤔 Richard from France 👍😎🇫🇷

@Beachbumextraordinaire 3 года назад

The only issue I have with outhaul kits relates to the fact that smaller sized booms aren't usually offered with rollers but loop to loop. This means that you can only use single-sided outhaul kits (ie that fit loop to loop booms).

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Hi Mart! Thanks for your comment 🤙 That's quite strange, on my small Severne boom I have the exact same outhaul kit as on my big boom...what kind of boom do you have?

@Beachbumextraordinaire 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder another brand actually. But I have observed that (for example) in 150 cm - 200cm booms, unless you go full carbon you can't get booms with roller ends. It's usually set up for a wave configuration.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@Beachbumextraordinaire ah I understand...its a pity that other booms in small sizes doesnt always accomodate the outhaul kit. I must say, I mainly use the outhaul adjustment on the fly, with my bigger sizes....so for me that means 6.2, 7.0 and 7.8... With the smaller sizes, I don't change it as often while sailing, because I've got quite a sweet spot for highwind outhaul, so i mainly change fin sizes with smaller gear.

@bluetommy77 Год назад

thank you ❤

@KarovanTonder 9 месяцев назад

🤟😊

@albiemcmahon8846 3 года назад

Hi Karo, I’m new to your channel, it’s fantastically clear and helpful. One other aspect. Probably an obvious question but do you have any additional thoughts on harness line length - fixed vs variable? Any advice very gratefully received 👍😎

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Hi Albie, thanks so much for your awesome feedback and a very warm welcome to my channel! Harness line length is a very personal thing, it will be slightly different for each person depending on one's height, whether one uses a waist or seat harness and sailing style. However, my experience is that once I've found the sweet spot for my harness line length, it remains at exactly that position on all my gear. So I have a set length for slalom, for wave and for speed. Therefore, I prefer set harnesslines that I know is always at my preferred length. For slalom I use 26, speed 24 and wave also 26. It keeps it simple and I can focus my attention on other variables that will have to be changed during sessions, depending on wind strength, chop, etc. such as boom height, outhaul, downhaul and mast track positioning. I will make a video about this topic in future, I think many more guys would also have this question.. Thanks so much for bringing it up! 🤙🤙

@albiemcmahon8846 3 года назад

Hi @@KarovanTonder Thanks so much for the speedy reply. I totally agree about harness position and length. As a result of your video I’m going to get an adjustable outhaul and hope that improves my ability. I haven’t had a chance to look back at all your vids, so have you done one on footstraps? Many thanks again. 😎

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@albiemcmahon8846 Awesome! The adjustable outhaul is a super effective addition to your setup, it will make a big difference in the range of wind you can take on.. I haven't made a video about footstraps exclusively yet, but have in short mentioned in a previous video where I prefer to have them and at what tightness... For slalom on my isonic and on my fox I prefer them right on the outside of the board so that I can get onto the rails for effortless lift. I also prefer having them quite tight around my feet, because that gives me so much more control and leverage over the board... A few seconds before I enter a gybe I would wiggle the front foot slightly to make it easier getting out once entering the gybe. I also make sure it's not too tight so that I am able to fit in the largest section of my foot to help with railing the board and lift. I talk a little more about this in my 2nd part of widening your wind range and getting lift video if you want to check it out.. Thanks so much for your questions, it helps me to get a good idea of what information is helpful and on what I can expand in future videos! 🤙

@albiemcmahon8846 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder Awesome, thanks again. The reason I asked about footstraps is I've just invested in a '21 Fanatic Blast, which is foil ready too, so I'm keen to understand the best position for maximum performance. I also have my straps right on the outside of the board, so I'll try it out in this position when I can get out on the water with a foil!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@albiemcmahon8846personally for foiling I would put the straps as centered on the board as possible during the learning curve of foiling.... It makes it a lot easier to learn. You may want to move them outwards at a later stage once your in the straps and super comfortable.. 🤙

@estevaoberrri 3 года назад

Thanks for the tips, I keep watching your videos after every sailing day to consolidate tips... it really helps! I'm quite new on windsurfing and I would like to ask about tension on the different clues, considering using the same sail on different wind.. could you mention something about? How much wind range does it take if I use the shortest clue very tight or very loose? Is it made for that or just to have better control than power? Thanks.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Hi Estêvão, thank you so much for your comment and great feedback! I'm so happy to hear my videos are helping you a lot.. If i understand correctly, you are referring to the outhaul tension? Let me know what kind of sail you are currently using, is it cambered or no-cam free ride Sails?

@estevaoberrri 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder Hi Karo, thanks for your reply!! I have 2 severne Overdrive, with cambers, 8.5 and 11 and Formula board. So yes, I'm talking about the tension on the outhaul, using those 2 different holes. Changing between holes, will give us more room to use the same sail in stronger wind? Or it just give more control? And if I use the botton hole, switch is closer length to mast, should I just keep boom length on the specs and tight outhaul till it touches sail? This way will almost stretch cambers killin power of the sail... is that the way of using that hole? 😁 Thanks.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@estevaoberrri Awesome, the Overdrive Severne sails are amazing! So with regards to the outhaul setting: Mostly all my sails I use with the upper setting for maximum power. However, for super strong winds it helps to use the lower hole to gain maximum control out of the sail. With regards to the tightness, especially on the cambered sails, its really important to not have the outhaul too tight, it must have a nice belly in the sail and when planing, the sail must only touch lightly at the backhand side to the boom. It must not be so loose that the entire sail bulges against the boom, because that really makes the sail feel lifeless, heavy with lots of backhand pressure and loss of the sail profile. I hope this makes sense.... let me know if you have any more questions. I will definitely make a video about this topic, as I think more guys would also have the same question. Thanks for the suggestion! 🤙

@estevaoberrri 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder thanks a lot. If you have the time for a video talking about it, sure it will help many people on setting up the sail better.. Cheers!!!

@Kirmo13 Год назад

I totally understand where you're coming from, but hearing you say "You just need a light wind setup, a strong wind setup, and of course a wave setup" made me giggle. That's 3x as much gear as I would ever dream of

@arne3239 3 года назад

good info

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thanks!

@murphyflynn6471 3 года назад

Karo, We have already conversed about me getting a Fox 95. Are you sailing the 7.0 on the Fox 95?

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Hi Murphy, thanks for your message. I am sorry for only coming back to you now.... The 95L fox does not go well with the 7.0. The max size sail for 95L fox is a 6.7. But I would say ideally the 5.5 and 6.2 are the two sizes I would mostly use with the fox. My biggest powerbox fin for the fox is 34, which is also on the too small side for the 7.0. I use my 7 mainly with 36 or 38 fin. Its better to use the 95L fox with sizes up to 6.2, mabe 6.5.....but larger than that is not efficient. Hope this helps! 🤙

@murphyflynn6471 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder excellent information. Thank you for being so kind to reply at Christmas!

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@murphyflynn6471 it's a great pleasure Murphy, I'm so happy to help! 😊 🤙 Merry Christmas to you and your family!

@amitaimedan 2 года назад

No sound.

@ypure3859 3 года назад

you save $$$ too limiting sales. crazy $port

@henrymahergmail 3 года назад

Very interesting, I don't have the storage or room in the car to bring a lot of gear to the beach. This is actually the first video I have seen of yours and I am impressed. Nice, honest and straightforward with passion. Thank you so much, I look forward to seeing more of your videos.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your nice feedback! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and that it's helpful... This is exactly the purpose, making this sport a lot more accessible and enjoyable to everyone no matter how small your gear range or storage space. 🤙

@henrymahergmail 3 года назад

@@KarovanTonder very helpful. I have spent the last couple of days going through your fin videos. I understood how a sail worked but I had not understood how a fin worked (partly had not given it much thought) but watching you talk about it, something clicked, and well now I know. I started on your Fox video this morning and found it very interesting. Please keep up the good work I am learning a lot.

@KarovanTonder 3 года назад

@@henrymahergmail thank you so much Henry! I'm so happy to get feedback like this, it's really the main purpose of my channel - helping more people enjoy windsurfing and their gear to the max. 🤙 For sure, I will definitely continue making this kind of content 👌thanks fo taking the time to give such nice feedback!