Update fins for an outdated (but still valid) Formula 161

Expander · 2nd January 2012, 05:22 PM

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*** For ALL ***

I (finally) would change my old 70 cm Deboichet R13 S+ fin (old grey series) with a more updated formula fin for my F 161.

Despite everything, R13 is still a good FAST all round fin but, racing against newer fins, its limitations are evident especially in upwind angle.

I have seen a lot of brands have specialized in making very soft fins because of improving just upwind angle; so what fin do you suggest for:

board: (2007) Formula 161
sail: (2009) Gaastra Vapor 11 m
sailor weigh: 85 kg
wind condition: light to medium

Thank you in advance for any help.

Windman · 5th January 2012, 07:41 AM

Good morning, Expander,

Not sure why others have not replied but you might try these sites:

http://www.windsurfingfins.co.uk/

http://www.f4fins.com/f4company.htm

I am not a Formula sailor, so I cannot offer any guidance on particular fins.

Hope this helps.

Remi · 5th January 2012, 09:01 AM

Hi Expander,

The Virus and Z Fins are really good one and not expensive particularly for the Virus.

The normal Virus deliver really hi performances and you can not be desapointed and at the same time save money

All the best

Expander · 5th January 2012, 10:14 PM

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Thank you, Remi, for reply.

As I've already written, a friend is proposing just an used VIRUS but, unfortunately, I have very few informations about this manufacturer.

Do you know if they have a web site and how many Formula fins models does they produce?

Regards.

2nd January 2012, 05:22 PM	#1
Expander Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 132	Update fins for an outdated (but still valid) Formula 161 -- * For ALL * I (finally) would change my old 70 cm Deboichet R13 S+ fin (old grey series) with a more updated formula fin for my F 161. Despite everything, R13 is still a good FAST all round fin but, racing against newer fins, its limitations are evident especially in upwind angle. I have seen a lot of brands have specialized in making very soft fins because of improving just upwind angle; so what fin do you suggest for: board: (2007) Formula 161 sail: (2009) Gaastra Vapor 11 m sailor weigh: 85 kg wind condition: light to medium Thank you in advance for any help.

5th January 2012, 09:01 AM	#3
Remi STARBOARD DEVELOPMENT Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Thailand Posts: 2,339	Hi Expander, The Virus and Z Fins are really good one and not expensive particularly for the Virus. The normal Virus deliver really hi performances and you can not be desapointed and at the same time save money All the best __________________ Rémi Can answer if you have any questions on this following boards : Carve 111, 121, 131, 141, 151 & 161 Futura 93, 101, 111, 121, 131 & 141. iSonic 80, 87, 90, 97, 107, 110, 117, 127 & 137 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. UltraSonic 147 Formula Experience One Design Phantom Race 377/320 To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Phantom 295 : To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Formula 167 & 167 Wide : To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Racing Serinity Cat Concept To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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5th January 2012, 07:41 AM	#2
Windman Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 37	Good morning, Expander, Not sure why others have not replied but you might try these sites: http://www.windsurfingfins.co.uk/ http://www.f4fins.com/f4company.htm I am not a Formula sailor, so I cannot offer any guidance on particular fins. Hope this helps.

5th January 2012, 10:14 PM	#4
Expander Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 132	-- Thank you, Remi, for reply. As I've already written, a friend is proposing just an used VIRUS but, unfortunately, I have very few informations about this manufacturer. Do you know if they have a web site and how many Formula fins models does they produce? Regards.