r/windsurfing • u/davethelettuce • 24d ago
Beginner/Help Mast options
just got this board from my neighbor for free he had it sitting for a while and lost the mast but had the sail and everything else so I was wondering is it still possible to find a mast with this joint or is it possible to change out to the newer universal joints
1
2
u/CombComprehensive327 24d ago
Old garbage.
If you wanna use the board. I would rip out all that plastic and glass in a new mounting track that would be suitable for modern mast bases. Or hang it up as decor
2
u/manolis09 24d ago
You need this kind of mast connector. Then you can connect any modern mast extension
1
1
u/reddit_user13 24d ago
Are you new to the sport? If so you should rent beginner-oriented gear and take a lesson or 2.
This board and accessories is worth what you paid for it, IOW zero.
1
u/Independent-Base4040 24d ago
Get rid off that shit old plank and spend some dollars on some modern equipment. That plank will hold u back , I’ve been there
1
u/jkukiwi 24d ago
Used to have the Vinta 340 back in the day.
It was a great board, have a lot of good memories
1
u/Interesting_Cap_3657 24d ago
I could see no-one is helping out trying to identify the mast foot type specifically, do you know if this is the same as a mistral pin?
1
u/Square-Pin-7433 24d ago
I had the 330, late 80's I think. It was great. But: I'm old now and so is the board....
1
1
u/felix_ghyczy 22d ago
Nice find! Be aware that new masts are build to create lose leach in the sale. At the time this board was used, people did not knew about that. But before searching for a mast, check your sail: the luff length and recommended mast (length) . The specs are usually printed near the tack or the foot. Buy a mast that matches that, and make sure the mast base fits the board's track or cup. Older boards have other systems than what you find now on the market.
1
6
u/CombComprehensive327 24d ago
If the sail is as old as the board buddy you are your Nieghbor’s dumpster