Hi Pete!

You will not regret it. Windsurfing is incredible.

We sail and absolutely love our Blade - cat sailing and windsurfing are compatible.

The best racing for boards currently is in Formula. Our Formula kit also gets the most recreational time on the water of all the boards.

Recreational "Freeride / free slalom" type boards are more durable and less expensive. The wind range is narrower though.

Once you get in the straps and harness- it will get you.
-colin