Tried the new 70L Wing drifter. Found it easy to knee start, with sufficient volume forward not to sink the nose. Easy to get up on the foil, and once riding felt lively and responsive. Nice deck pad and tail kicker, great fit and finish. Thanks Real Team for the good advice.
This new version of KT's Drifter wing board is a great update. I tried the 80L version in about 18 mph winds on flat water and I'm 195lb. I find this board to be more stable when you are climbing up onto the board and when doing a water start than the previous version. This one isn't corky, and feels more naturally stable. The newer traction pads are also nicer. The front deck traction is much more comfortable while still giving you tons of grip. It seems like the construction is much tougher now too, so it should be a much more durable board. Overall a great update to an already good board!
Here is some feedback on the new 6’4 kt 160L board after teaching some lessons with it…
Board is an awesome addition to the REAL rental shop, a great beginner board, and an impressive deal for the price. It is more stable then the 6’4 Armstrong board (132L) and a ideal product for wing beginners who are bigger or less athletic.
The 6'4 KT is as stable as the 150L 7’0 Ride Engine board (moon buddy) but significantly more lively with turns and enjoyable to ride.
I’d say the Armstrong board is a bit more high performance and it will remain my #1 recommendation for a more athletic rider but I was surprised how well the kt board turned and the shape allowed me to get up on foil fast even in light wind.
My favorite part of the board was the volume/rocker in the nose that made it handle the chop better then any high volume board I’ve taught with.
Liked the lightness of board making it easy to transport and it does seems to be bit more durable (thicker glass?) then old Quattro boards which IMO was one of their main issues. We shall see how boards hold up over time. 🤙