what mast brand and height you using if i may ask?
Also what is your weight and board specs/volume for reference
thanks
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Hahaha. Kula Elementary!
I use the 28inch mast. When I was on Axis I was running even shorter. Short masts are faster in downwind. Easier to lift and faster to run in most conditions. The only reason why I say βmostβ is because if you breach and fall, they are not faster. If you can manage that, go short. Makes you make better decisions and much less drag.
Kalama Performance Barracuda. This one is custom, 8βx19β. Very close to the production 7β8β. I weigh 165lbs. Dave has a lot more going on than just long and skinny. Go with the original if you can.
Did you go custom to retain the 19" width at 8β on your Barracuda? Any thoughts or recommendations between the 7β10 and 7β8 stock Barracudas for someone new to downwinding? Thanks!
My board is over a year old and yes itβs custom and around 105L. I would not worry about the width, focus on the volume you want. They are not as tippy as you think. I have a new one that is narrower still and feels great. Iβve only tried the 7β8β production Cuda and it felt great. Iβm 165lbs.