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Postby jseddonbrown » Tue Oct 24, 2006 7:48 am

Hey guys,
I'm about to buy a 7'6'' Bic Performer as there is some super deal with bag, leash, etc. I am a beginner(at the learning how to turn phase) and it'll be my first board. Just wanted to check with you connoisseurs that I'm not making a big error in judgment. I am 75 kg(165 pounds), 1m80(5'11''). Plan to be surfing a lot in the next year so want something I can improve on. wadda ya think? thx
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Postby libby » Tue Oct 24, 2006 8:17 am

Tis perfect, for once a beginner makes a wise decision :woot:
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Postby Dr Rev » Tue Oct 24, 2006 8:19 am

Go for it and enjoy youself :D
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Postby scuba steve » Tue Oct 24, 2006 11:08 am

Yeah go for it! I was gonna get the same board and deal from boardshop but in the end i got something bit shorter. Looks like a great beginners board. Have fun!! 8)
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Postby IdRatherBeSurfing » Tue Oct 24, 2006 11:40 am

echo Libby :D hail to all people with sense
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Postby chembot » Tue Oct 24, 2006 12:55 pm

Hey there ,I bought that board about a month ago and I'm really liking it! There's a surprisingly big difference in volume from a bic 7'9 but it's easier to handle/ carry etc. I've had no trouble standing up and balancing on it! (Before I get too tired and lazy of course!) I'm 5 ft 3 . Maybe a longer board would catch more unbroken waves but I think this board is great for when you're learning. Hope this helps and good luck with the surfing!
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Postby jseddonbrown » Tue Oct 24, 2006 5:11 pm

Just placed my order!
Cheers Guys!
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Postby southwestsurfer » Fri Oct 27, 2006 1:04 pm

You've gotta give it to boardshop. Tons of free stuff with the board and next day delivery. Only problem was when I ordered my board they sent me free warm water wax. Not ideal for devon in late october...
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Postby mywave » Fri Oct 27, 2006 9:32 pm

i dont know why but i started on a gun and now all i ride is my 7'3 (semi) gun
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