I'm currently looking for a JP Xcite Ride 110L board and I see a few specials on the 2009 models which apparently are the same as the latest 2010 just released. I have some good prices from a Perth supplier but am confused re different prices for the full wood sandwich (FWS) and the cheaper epoxy one. On the JP website it just mentions the FWS and the Pro models - I thought the Pro models were dearer, but the ones quoted to me for epoxy are cheaper.
Anyone know the real difference in the JP FWS and epoxy models, recommendations, etc. $200 price difference.
Many thanks, Greg
Hi, Greg,
The specs for the 2009 range are here http://www.jp-australia.com/2010/index.php?id=369 and you can see that the FWS saves about 1 kg in weight compared to the ES. Regret unable to find diagrams of the ES/FWS construction.
The lighter weight gives slightly earlier planing and the board is slightly stiffer.
I've had no problems with my 3-year old FWS model but suggest the use of a JP nose protector, just in case of a catapult. As you are in Qld, I'd suggest loosening the air valve after sailing and replace the whole air valve or the O ring on a yearly basis.
Hope this helps.
Thanks Ducati - So that means there are actually three models: Epoxy, FWS and Pro, so looks like the FWS is the go, agree with the $200 for a kg.
Appreciate the response.
Cheers!!
in reality though the biggest factor is you and not the board. Almost always. So if you dont take a **** before you sail your 1kg heavier and thats not going to give good planing performance... haha
No really IMO the gear is 10% of the equation and you are 80% and the weather/conditions the remaining 10%...
80%, well at 59 next week, I think its a bit late for that!!
So anything I can do to assist to keep enjoying my sailing the better. I currently have a JP Freeride 99L but getting old in the tooth like me and needs an upgrade, maybe that's what I need!!!
I settled on the Xcite ride as I like JP and want to still go fast with the odd jump - all to keep up to you younger guys!! Think it's something to do with not wanting to grow old. Reckon there a few of you guys out there with the same opinion......
B4 you sail or not is immaterial cause your weight is mobile or at least it should be and your board is a dead weight.
Bit like an epic ride thru the mountains on a Ducati actually
Its a bit tougher on the legs than a FWS as there isnt as much give. If you have a choice, go the FWS.
