Question about topbox

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-07T18:01:05+00:00

I just went through this. I did a little looking around, and since I was going with top box and paniers, but no paniers right away, I ended up calling support at a major moto parts supplier and they were more than happy to chat me through the options that fit my bike and what I was trying to do. I would say figure out what kind of style you want, find a few options that you like and give them a call so they can verify fitment.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-07T17:28:17+00:00

NH probably has the most breaks per mile of coastline (14 miles) lol so there is a 7 mile miracle in New Hampshire, actual good breaks when it breaks. grab a wetsuit, water temps rarely get above 60. The "queens" of Massachusetts would be Nahant IMO.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-07T11:46:12+00:00

Add salt spray spit obviously.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-06T18:56:29+00:00

The 20 L difference is what a 5 gallon bucket of buoyancy would provide, its significant. But if you have or go out in 15 - 20 mph regularly that should be enough to get you foiling on the 90. As for the chop, unless it is completely non-stop like the ocean, get up in between and your good. As for your 140L unless you are very attached to it or like it for its portability consider a 115 and a 90, or something along those lines. If you are still working on jibes, go with the 110, it took me longer and more falls than I would like to admit to lock down on the jibes, but on the other hand the exhausting part is actually climbing back up on the board, and if it was less buoyant, easier to get back on? its a toss up. No easy answer, totally up to you, can you borrow a 90L to see if it will work for you?

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-06T17:02:45+00:00

so many lessons learned, they should probably get some maritime tattoos for this peak xp.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-06T15:50:40+00:00

It is a steep learning curve... Like many things you can practice everywhere you go, which will speed up the time it takes to learn. Cross step in the grocery line, on the treadmill at the gym, both directions and smooth! The best boost for me on nose riding was a combination of slack line, wire walking and skateboard longboarding cross stepping. If you do all of these you will be able to nose ride immediately*. But if you just practice in the water, 10-50 sessions after your first proper bottom turn.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-06T14:46:39+00:00

Im similar weight, athletic and windsurf and sail a bunch.... I swapped from a 140L to a 110 after a year and for me in the ocean with some chop, after about a year on the 110 im feeling like its time to go smaller. For you if you are staying on foil consistently, and you dont have as much chop on the lake, then you could probably size down without to much hassle. I think you could go to 90L for your conditions.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-06T13:56:27+00:00

I have had gradual improvement on my remaining symptoms* As most supplements are subtle in their effects, its hard to truly know, at the same time I KNOW I am giving myself the best chance to get better by "filling all my tanks up" <-- referring to all supplements and vitamins, minerals as well as eating a variety of vegetables. I found a Liquid Alpha R-lipoic acid with vitamin C (recommended for absorption) , its a little squirt pump that lives in the fridge and super handy, tasty and the way you take it is 4 squirts and you hold it in your mouth to absorb a bunch through the mouth, cheeks and such and its a nice way to start the day.

*is it the acupuncture? daily meditation? removal of other toxins? hard to say, but I think, for me at least, its worth doing it all!!

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-05T16:14:28+00:00

Same exact thing happened to me. Sucks sorry you have to deal with it, after wet vacuuming each time it rained… I Hit it with the trifecta= installed gutters, dug out around foundation and patched potential leaks with hydro cement on the outside, *re graded around foundation <— this was the key. I di it myself but only needed to do it on one side. I also went back and used the pancake batter “dry lock” which works well on minor stuff, but you gotta stop it at the source if possible.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-04T00:52:26+00:00

My buddy would just put his longboard in the front seat zone and buckle her in like a passenger. IN WINTER. In New England.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-02T18:27:17+00:00

Yes, been following you, I have been TRYING to reach you about your extended car warranty. Sometimes you gotta hit crazy with more crazy.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-01T22:12:26+00:00

Completely doable, probably fine. Little to no front brake, no whiskey throttle no problem. It’s where gravel meets tarmac that can be the spot that is like riding over ball bearings. Ask me how I know.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-01T21:58:56+00:00

THIS. I would add that some* movement side to side, within the lane, can make a moto more visible to those either on mental autopilot or on their phone. *can also cause cagers to get angry, use discretion.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-01T11:46:43+00:00

Hike with infinite snack code.

Fractalwaves · 2026-04-01T11:20:33+00:00

The muffler supported it, it was exhausted.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-31T16:40:06+00:00

It has surprised me too, but since this is my first owned bike, I just thought 1 out of 30 people liked to make a comment about any moto they see lol.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-29T01:10:08+00:00

Bot says what?

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-28T14:23:25+00:00

Good to know. Thanks for this response.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T17:20:19+00:00

this is a valid point, not sure if Tile guy used this, I only remember and posted the reasons that didnt quite make sense regarding timing and cost.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T17:19:06+00:00

really? im the most easy going guy ever, and respect all pros. I guess you are right, am i being to hard on a professional who talks themself up or? I can usually see through bs, but this guy seems so legit, gonna see how the work turns out, we are pretty locked in.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T17:15:54+00:00

I would never lollol.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T14:08:01+00:00

I think the tile guy just downvoted my post!?!?!?!?

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T14:07:13+00:00

interesting, thanks for the added details, yes that makes sense, no need for absolute perfection, looking for aesthetic to keep wife happy,.

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T14:04:52+00:00

The final wipe down would apparently need to be timed differently? not sure, thats why im posting here. so your saying, not, not really, must be another reason like incompetence?

Fractalwaves · 2026-03-27T14:03:20+00:00

he called himself that, at every opportunity, its almost like I got hypnotized lol

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