What is the life expectancy of a carbon fiber windsurfing boom?

Question

Hey there fellow windsurfing fanatics,

I have had my Chinook carbon 158-190cm boom for about 5 years now. I sail primarily in 57f water with lots of chop and occasionally large swell. My typical sail size is 4.5-5.5 In 18-30knts of wind. I weight about 205lbs and land forwards and jumps. Is it time to replace the boom? Windsurfing Direct has them for $499 free shipping.

Thanks,

Answer 1

Unless it has suffered from ultraviolet light , it should not have a problem. There really has not been a life expectancy established.