been flying FB kites in the buggy for about 4 years. being in my young 50ishs, have been entertaining the thought of getting in the water...just bought a 15 m Synergy from g00fba11 . So got the kite,,need to start lookin for a board. Been reading a lot of posts on the subject here on PKF. Looks like a good board to start with would be something like:
Slingshot Glide 149
liquid force proof 151
Bullseye 142cm Lightwind Kiteboard by Maelstorm
long , wide, & flat
was hoping to find a used board just to see if if this semi old guy( 180 lbs) still got some moves,need to stay young as long as I can. Herb
SE Texas

I'd recommend passing on the LF Proof 151. In my opinion, they're not really that great as intro boards because they have too much rocker. SS Glide would be great if you can score one. I have no experience with the Bullseye, but its width and flatter rocker look like they'd do the trick.

I also recommend against the Proof, had one and hated it!

Fire me off your zip code via U2U and I will give you a quote on my board shipped to your zip that I have for sale. It is very beginner friendly and the people who had ridden these board have nothing but good things to say about them.

The LF Luxury pads that I have on board are very soft and comfortable and are easily adjustable. You will not be disappointed.

I have also bought and sold numerous kite wares on here and have a good rep as being a honest guy *toot my horn lol*

http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=20899

Eventually you are going to want a two-board quiver for the water. One board for light-wind, and another for stronger winds. Buying something in the middle might get you through one season, but you are quickly going to find yourself wishing you had something larger for light days, and smaller for strong days.

My solution? Buy a door for the light winds and a small board for the high winds. Funny story, I have a couple boards that I wouldnt mind parting with that meet both of those specs.


I've been toying with the idea of selling my monster door for awhile now. I also have an 07 Spleene Rip '34. If you are intersted in doing a combo for both boards, drop me a u2u. (both boards have seen a fair amount of use, but are still in good condition. the rip is a pretty stiff board, so it throws some spray in the chop, but has a good amount of pop)

Gah, someone else who needs my old Square One for a few months... I've GOT to find a way to get it to you guys!!!

+1 get a good quality modern door-type board - you'll get a lot of mileage out of it!!!

the control at first for a new rider with the LF proof is easier, soaks up a ton a power ...so you gotta be powered(like a big tube)!, in under powered stuff would not be choice. decent powered new board rider would like its built- in grip. but working with less air the kgb is super slippery and allows to reach good kite speed quickly.. a bit slippy for a new rider in powered rides but has incredible range for the $ as you get passed speed control stuff .
at #180 the kgb is gonna get you in nice 13-15 perfect with the 15SYN. that kite and that board are properly matched they'll zoom easily... and ur knees will thank you

get a door.... or a wing... or something else that is long, wide, and flat...

youll pay more, but trust me when i tell you that its worth it... i was amazed at the difference between the LF 151 and the door.... AMAZED... upwind the first time i rode it...

Brent_P sent you a u2u ,see if we can work somin out..
dylan I here ya on the door,,but not willing to give up the first born for what they want for on of those....I know I know you have to pay if you want to play. http://www.ebay.com/itm/2011-Spleene-HT-Monster-Door-Kitesur... man..was kinda hoping someone had an old used newbie board for sale just so I can see if I will be able to do the water thing..
read a post or two about home made boards, don't look to hard to do..
thanks for all the input......Herb

with materials, kgb beats home brew.

#1,..... cause its hassle free

#2 .....super tough coat difficult to DIY WITHOUT $$ RESINS.

Before you spend too much money , you might just want to try using mine or Dylan's door when you come to the beach with us. You might hate kitesurfing ...haha .. NOT!!!! I am heading down tomorrow.

C R A Z Y F L Y

that's all I gotta say...