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russ

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posted on 8-2-2009 at 15:32

nobile 555 or 666 board (08)?

Really cant decide. I have the option of buying both at good prices in 131 or 132. I am 60kg, normally ride a 123 imperial, i find its upwind ability a bit lacking. I enjoy cruising along and doing hooked in tricks, havent advanced to unhooked yet. Mainly ride on flat water but occasionally in the chop. Does any one have any much appreciated opinions or advice? Thanks, Russ

ps i fly 7m 11m and 13m waroos

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posted on 9-2-2009 at 13:41

well I am not in your size range ( over 95kg ) for me, but i have been using a 666XT for the past few months and never looked back. excellent upwind board and although the extra width took a little getting used to, i wouldnt be without it.

Most of the borth guys are 666 users, Tony has a 555 which is what i swapped for his 666. Am sure someone will be able to give a better indication for your size, but as for me, i think they are great.

Mark

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posted on 9-2-2009 at 18:07

Thanks for the reply, i went and bought a 555 131x40. Heard it would be softer on my knees than the 666. Hopefully i can get to Borth or Poole soon and give it a go. Russ

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