Hi Kim,
I have a different opinion (of course I weigh in at about 190lb).
Realistically it is very seldom kiting days have winds over 20 kts here. Only when fronts are coming through (maybe on average 3 days/mo and more likely in the winter).
We have lots and lots of 10-15kt days.
We have really good gulf-side and bayside riding depending on wind direction.
I have a 11m and a 17m. I really wish I had a 14m and there are days when its nuking (25kts+) that I wish I had a 9m.
Right now the sea breezes are starting to kick in and I am hoping for lots of 15kt days. By mid July they will be down to 10-12kt days and from mid July thru mid Sept it will be rare riding days (but still some if you can be flexible)
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