O.K., this has probably been discussed before, and maybe should be on the Racing forum, but it's been bugging me for years.
So, the question is, does a heavier rider have an advantage in a race regardless of ability and wax. I say this is a myth.
Theoretically, now: two riders, same ability, boards and wax. One weighs 130 lbs and one weighs 230 lbs. Does the heavier rider reach the finish faster?
Physics 101 says no ( I think). We'll go back to the 16th century when Galileo dropped two balls the same size but different weights off the leaning tower of Pisa and they hit the ground at the same time.
In fact, I would say the lighter rider would have an advantage due to less wind resistance!
Now, bigger athletes have bigger, stronger legs and can pump out of turns more powerfully, that's not part of this discussion.
What do y'all think?