I've got 6,5,4,3 strike v2 and 80kg, I'm guessing 6.1,4.6,3.5 would suffice? How does the relative power strike to xps compare 6m cwc to 6.1 xps? 4.5 strike to 4.6 xps? Mike
look's good product again, riding the 5.5 v2 for more than one year from 15 to 25 kts and very happy from it,lot of hours on the water. the question is what's the right size of the xps new model to get the same amount of power than the v2. looking for the smallest span and handling has possible. xps 5.3? xps 4.6?
When you say it will flip over sometimes... Is it a wing that can be trusted when you are being carried with the set on your head? or will flip right away as duotone unit v3? thanks
Ha ha. Yeah I had that same experience with the v3 unit and strike. Flip right over to handles up with the lightest puff. Both luff well but they flip to handles up super easy. The best wing we have tested that doesn’t flip over is the 2022 north nova. The xps has a good blend of staying out on the handles to performance and does better than most in this regard.
Hi Matt, trying to decide between the 4.6 and 5.3, I'm 144, intermediate, currently riding either Armstrong 1250 in 15knts on up and 1550 in light conditions, ride a 67 liter in most conditions but also a 54 liter in windy conditions.
At your size I would say that the 4.6m will work for that 12-22 range with those two foils and boards. Really depends on wind speed you want to target and your ability to pump up in light conditions. If you wanted to focus on the lighter range then 5.3m but I think that 4.6m will be best all around for you. For reference, I’m 170 lbs on a 50 L board and am riding the 5.3m in 12-18 mph of wind in this video.
What is the wind range for sizes ? I can’t find any information. I’m looking for 2 wing to cover wind range from 16 knots+. My main wing is CWC v3 8m now. Florida, Miami
Thank you, for the review Matt. I am wondering if I should wait for the release of the A Wing XPS instead of buying the F One V3? Have you ridden the F One? If so, curious to know your thoughts on both. I am primarily riding waves on Oahu.
Thanks for the message. There is a lot of personal preference in wings but here is what we have found out. New Fonev3 is a great wing. It has had small improvements in the a stiffer but not hard handle and stability on a wave. It is a very balanced wing and super fun to ride. Definitely a top contender in the market. In our opinion the XPS felt more exciting, has more wind range, luffed out as well on a wave and the handles are way better. It should hold its shape and power for longer due to the XPS design. With the XPS you get more straight line performance too. Better upwind and board speed on the XPS. You can’t go wrong with either wing as they are both great.
@@REALmattnuzzo Thank you, Matt! I know a team rider in Kailua so I am going to demo her 5.3 XPS once the wind comes back Tuesday. If I like it better than the F One I'll place 2 orders for the XPS Wing.
It’s actually quite compact and per size they are so nimble that they don’t feel hard to handle. Not sure of the span on those sizes but the 6.1m is 130” which is about 30” less than the A Wing v2 6.5m
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2.6m: 3.9Lbs (1.76 Kg) 3.0m: 4.2Lbs (1.90 Kg) 3.5m: 4.4Lbs (2 Kg) 4.0m: 4.6Lbs (2.08 Kg) 4.6m: 5.0Lbs (2.26 Kg) 5.3m: 5.5Lbs (2.5 Kg) 6.1m: 6Lbs (2.72 Kg)
In this video I’m riding the 795 performance mast, 70 fuse, MA1225, flow 235 tail with blue .5 shim. Board is 50 L FG. XPS 5.3m. I’m 170 lbs. Wind ranged from 12-18mph during this sesh.
Ability, weight, board and foil can change that drastically. I’m 170 lbs, ride a 50 L board, and the MA1000 or 1225 mostly. I use the 4.6m in the 15-25mph range. Have ridden it as low as 10mph on the downwind board and up to 30 on the ma800.
It’s pretty hard to post wind range as there are so many variable. Let us know the following… What size wing? What’s your ability? What is your weight? What size board and foil? I am 170 lbs and have ridden the 5.3m in as low as 8 mph with the down wind board and ma1750 and as high as 30mph with the 50 L and MA 800. Sweet spot on the 5.3m XPS wing for me with 50 L board and MA1225 is 13-20MPH.
@@REALmattnuzzo thanks a lot, Matt! Looking at the 4.6 to start with. And probably a 3.5 for nuking days and a 6.1 for the lighter days. I weigh 180lbs and use the 39L FG as my main board. I can get that going with a 5.5 Strike V2 and 925 with 795 mast in about 17kts. I’m intermediate-jumping has been all the focus lately. My go-to setup has been the 800/205 with 795 or 935 for conditions 20kts+
Yeah that sizing spread will be the right one for you. Thanks for the run down. I would say if you are riding those smaller foils, the 4.6m will work best in the 17-25mph range. 6.1m will be 12-20 and you can get lower if you use a bigger board and or foils. 3.5m 25 mph +. These wings have a lot of pop and balance for jumping. Really easy to control and the hard hybrid handles give you a direct feel with out crushing your hands.
Definitely one of the best reviewers on youtube.
Biased though. He's mates with Armie Armstrong
Looks like a great wing, thank you for both your review and your support for Armie, Matt!
Thanks Matt, looks great. 🏄🏽♀️
Can't wait for my 5.3 to arrive. Seems like the perfect wing.
I wish to see this kind of reviews for all wings 😢
SOLD!
XPS = 🔥🔥🔥
Hello, you recommend me for a wind of 14 to 17 knots, an XPS 5.3 or 6.1, my weight is 105 kg and I have a 90 liter board with a foil lift 170
I've got 6,5,4,3 strike v2 and 80kg, I'm guessing 6.1,4.6,3.5 would suffice? How does the relative power strike to xps compare 6m cwc to 6.1 xps? 4.5 strike to 4.6 xps? Mike
look's good product again,
riding the 5.5 v2 for more than one year from 15 to 25 kts and very happy from it,lot of hours on the water.
the question is what's the right size of the xps new model to get the same amount of power than the v2.
looking for the smallest span and handling has possible.
xps 5.3?
xps 4.6?
5.3m
When you say it will flip over sometimes... Is it a wing that can be trusted when you are being carried with the set on your head? or will flip right away as duotone unit v3? thanks
Ha ha. Yeah I had that same experience with the v3 unit and strike. Flip right over to handles up with the lightest puff. Both luff well but they flip to handles up super easy. The best wing we have tested that doesn’t flip over is the 2022 north nova. The xps has a good blend of staying out on the handles to performance and does better than most in this regard.
Hi Matt, trying to decide between the 4.6 and 5.3, I'm 144, intermediate, currently riding either Armstrong 1250 in 15knts on up and 1550 in light conditions, ride a 67 liter in most conditions but also a 54 liter in windy conditions.
At your size I would say that the 4.6m will work for that 12-22 range with those two foils and boards. Really depends on wind speed you want to target and your ability to pump up in light conditions. If you wanted to focus on the lighter range then 5.3m but I think that 4.6m will be best all around for you.
For reference, I’m 170 lbs on a 50 L board and am riding the 5.3m in 12-18 mph of wind in this video.
Great review. What is your leash setup for the wing and board?
I use the Armstrong Ultimate Wing Leash for the wing and the Kaohi double foil coil 6’ leash for the board.
What is the wind range for sizes ? I can’t find any information. I’m looking for 2 wing to cover wind range from 16 knots+. My main wing is CWC v3 8m now. Florida, Miami
6.1m and 4.6m will cover a lot for you.
Looks like a great wing. I am torn between this and the North Nova V3. Any recommendation on which is the better choice?
Both great wings. I prefer the XPS as it is lighter and luffs better. Nova has a little more low end grunt per size.
Thank you, for the review Matt. I am wondering if I should wait for the release of the A Wing XPS instead of buying the F One V3? Have you ridden the F One? If so, curious to know your thoughts on both. I am primarily riding waves on Oahu.
Thanks for the message. There is a lot of personal preference in wings but here is what we have found out. New Fonev3 is a great wing. It has had small improvements in the a stiffer but not hard handle and stability on a wave. It is a very balanced wing and super fun to ride. Definitely a top contender in the market.
In our opinion the XPS felt more exciting, has more wind range, luffed out as well on a wave and the handles are way better. It should hold its shape and power for longer due to the XPS design. With the XPS you get more straight line performance too. Better upwind and board speed on the XPS.
You can’t go wrong with either wing as they are both great.
@@REALmattnuzzo Thank you! Sir. I think I will wait for the XPS release. Really appreciate your thorough review.
We are taking preorder for them now. We should get our first ship by mid June
@@REALmattnuzzo Thank you, Matt! I know a team rider in Kailua so I am going to demo her 5.3 XPS once the wind comes back Tuesday. If I like it better than the F One I'll place 2 orders for the XPS Wing.
super cool wing, but what the wing span on a 5,3 and 4,6. looks very big!?
It’s actually quite compact and per size they are so nimble that they don’t feel hard to handle. Not sure of the span on those sizes but the 6.1m is 130” which is about 30” less than the A Wing v2 6.5m
Looks good! But does REAL have any association with Armstrong?
No association. At REAL we buy and sell the products we feel work the best for our customers. We are always hunting for the great gear. Armstrong makes great gear and are a great company.
Looks amazing. How are the weights?
2.6m: 3.9Lbs (1.76 Kg)
3.0m: 4.2Lbs (1.90 Kg)
3.5m: 4.4Lbs (2 Kg)
4.0m: 4.6Lbs (2.08 Kg)
4.6m: 5.0Lbs (2.26 Kg)
5.3m: 5.5Lbs (2.5 Kg)
6.1m: 6Lbs (2.72 Kg)
Peso 84kg tavola 110 5.3 quanti nodi ci vogliono per planare sono intermedio grazie
Maybe 14 or 15knots. Once you get the hang of this wing you can get going in really light air.
nice review! may I ask what kind of helmet do you wear in this video?
It is the Gath Surf Convertable Helmet www.realwatersports.com/products/gath-surf-convertible-helmet
@@REALWatersports Thanks very much!
what foil/mast/fuse combo are you on here?
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In this video I’m riding the 795 performance mast, 70 fuse, MA1225, flow 235 tail with blue .5 shim. Board is 50 L FG. XPS 5.3m. I’m 170 lbs. Wind ranged from 12-18mph during this sesh.
What’s the wind range for the 4.6m?
Ability, weight, board and foil can change that drastically. I’m 170 lbs, ride a 50 L board, and the MA1000 or 1225 mostly. I use the 4.6m in the 15-25mph range. Have ridden it as low as 10mph on the downwind board and up to 30 on the ma800.
Appreciate it 🤙🏼. Looks sick
Any info on wind range? Didn't see it posted.
It’s pretty hard to post wind range as there are so many variable. Let us know the following…
What size wing? What’s your ability? What is your weight? What size board and foil?
I am 170 lbs and have ridden the 5.3m in as low as 8 mph with the down wind board and ma1750 and as high as 30mph with the 50 L and MA 800. Sweet spot on the 5.3m XPS wing for me with 50 L board and MA1225 is 13-20MPH.
@@REALmattnuzzo thanks a lot, Matt! Looking at the 4.6 to start with. And probably a 3.5 for nuking days and a 6.1 for the lighter days. I weigh 180lbs and use the 39L FG as my main board. I can get that going with a 5.5 Strike V2 and 925 with 795 mast in about 17kts. I’m intermediate-jumping has been all the focus lately. My go-to setup has been the 800/205 with 795 or 935 for conditions 20kts+
Yeah that sizing spread will be the right one for you. Thanks for the run down. I would say if you are riding those smaller foils, the 4.6m will work best in the 17-25mph range. 6.1m will be 12-20 and you can get lower if you use a bigger board and or foils. 3.5m 25 mph +.
These wings have a lot of pop and balance for jumping. Really easy to control and the hard hybrid handles give you a direct feel with out crushing your hands.
@@REALmattnuzzo Perfect, thanks so much, Matt. Yeah the 17-25mph range is pretty much 80% of my winging. Stoked to get my 4.6.
what wetsuit are you wearing? thanks
Oneill Hyperfreak 2mil
it looks like a dihedral wing and not an anhedral wing ??
Armstrong's going full zebra, eh.
We told them it was better than the Captain America of the A Wing!😂
How much does Matt Nuzzo weights ? @REALmattnuzzo
170 lbs. 5’10. 50L board.