en-us Fri, 25 May 2012 00:23:27 +0800 60 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/ Seabreeze Forums! http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/../ http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/xmlfeed.jpg 80 15 bigmtnskierx http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Lost-Found-Underground-Board/?page=-2?src=rss#1033427 Victoria / KBV Thu, 24 May 2012 21:57:05 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Lost-Found-Underground-Board/?page=-2?src=rss#1033427 Found an Underground twin tip Kite Board on the week end.
Please email the details to me and we can sort it.
Be warned though, looks like she'd been out for the night and the ends are De-laminated pretty bad!

Happy trails
Haggis]]> kovi http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Rosebud-this-Tuesday-22nd/?page=-2?src=rss#1031337 Victoria / KBV Tue, 22 May 2012 18:04:55 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Rosebud-this-Tuesday-22nd/?page=-2?src=rss#1031337 anyone interested in making the trip? im thinking of leaving East st kilda area morn sometime..]]> Lebowski http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Canopy-Repair-Where-in-Melbourne/?page=-2?src=rss#1028516 Victoria / KBV Fri, 18 May 2012 12:22:05 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Canopy-Repair-Where-in-Melbourne/?page=-2?src=rss#1028516
1st time that I need a repair, so would need some advice.

Have 2 holes in my canopy that I'd like to have repaired, so wondering where to go. SHQ is the closest for me but if any other place is better, let me know...

cheers

M]]> kovi http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Where-to-go-in-NNW-like-tomorrows-forecast/?page=-2?src=rss#1028249 Victoria / KBV Thu, 17 May 2012 20:03:54 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Where-to-go-in-NNW-like-tomorrows-forecast/?page=-2?src=rss#1028249
Would it be ok in Brighton or thereabout along the coast? was thinking even in a true Northerly, anywhere around Chelsea/Aspendale area should at least be a cross wind (therefore kiteable) and not off like St Kilda.. am i wrong?

Basically, love Rosebud just dont have the time always to go there, so looking for other options in these winds any tips greatly appreciated

(I live in East St Kilda)

thanks!]]> gazman2 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Moving-and-Kite-Surfing/?page=-2?src=rss#1027775 Victoria / KBV Wed, 16 May 2012 21:11:20 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Moving-and-Kite-Surfing/?page=-2?src=rss#1027775
I'm in Perth and planning to move over to Melbourne next year after I finish my Physiotherapy program. I plan on living somewhere around the city.

I'm trying to brainstorm options of places to live in, I'm 25 and do miss the city living of my home town (Toronto), I would like to experience the city life and KS at the same time. I'm hoping Melbourne will allow that.

I have a couple questions. Where are the best areas to live in to maximize kite surfing time. After work surf and such. Also, if I plan to kite surf in Melbourne will i still need my car or can I manage without it.

Any advice or resources will be appreciated.

Cheers,
Daniel

]]> Saffer http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Slingshot-photoshoot-at-St-Kilda-today/?page=-2?src=rss#1027737 Victoria / KBV Wed, 16 May 2012 20:04:51 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Slingshot-photoshoot-at-St-Kilda-today/?page=-2?src=rss#1027737
Might want to consider others next time Mr Slingshot RPM and Mr Slingshot Fuel. You had enough power to go upwind. No need to ride right in front of shore when there are 20 beginners trying get going and make it near impossible anyone else to go out.

...and no, this wasn't the kiddies pond we're talking about. It was on the main beach where the beginners and instructors have a right to be.]]> red http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Lost-Gath-Helmet-Sandy-Point/?page=-2?src=rss#0 Victoria / KBV Mon, 14 May 2012 08:11:32 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Lost-Gath-Helmet-Sandy-Point/?page=-2?src=rss#0 ]]> suniboy21 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Brighton-Thanks/?page=-2?src=rss#1025829 Victoria / KBV Sun, 13 May 2012 15:25:21 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Brighton-Thanks/?page=-2?src=rss#1025829
Also, thanks to the guy that gave me a pump after mine went missing on Friday night. I forgot to ask your name. :)]]> deanrobi http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kite-boarding-spots-tomorrow/?page=-2?src=rss#1025513 Victoria / KBV Sat, 12 May 2012 21:57:14 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kite-boarding-spots-tomorrow/?page=-2?src=rss#1025513
I am just thinking about kite boarding tomorrow and see a mixed forecast.

Seabreeze is saying S-SW, BOM W and central coast forecast is W.

Where is everyone planning to head tomorrow?]]> Saffer http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Adrenalin-Ballistic-54mm-Surfing-Wetsuit/?page=-2?src=rss#1025443 Victoria / KBV Sat, 12 May 2012 20:24:40 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Adrenalin-Ballistic-54mm-Surfing-Wetsuit/?page=-2?src=rss#1025443 I'm just checking to see if anyone has tried one of these wetsuits. $250 for a 5/4 seems too good to be true. I have a 2/3 but this is my first winter kite surfing so I'm not sure if that'll get through.

Cheers in advance
wetsuitwarehouse.com.au/adrenalin-ballistic-5-4mm-surfing-wetsuit]]> Saffer http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/cheaps-boards/?page=-2?src=rss#1025207 Victoria / KBV Sat, 12 May 2012 14:28:55 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/cheaps-boards/?page=-2?src=rss#1025207 wake or kite]]> Pickle http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Apollo-Bay-Area/?page=-2?src=rss#0 Victoria / KBV Fri, 11 May 2012 08:44:39 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Apollo-Bay-Area/?page=-2?src=rss#0 suniboy21 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Brighton-Yesterdaythanks-mate/?page=-2?src=rss#1023680 Victoria / KBV Thu, 10 May 2012 16:46:01 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Brighton-Yesterdaythanks-mate/?page=-2?src=rss#1023680 THANKYOU!!!
All is good, droped kite of lastnight to get repaired.
Should be ready at 3pm today for another session!
Cheers
Luke]]> hpurple http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Name-and-shame-time-for-Altona/?page=-2?src=rss#1023536 Victoria / KBV Thu, 10 May 2012 12:54:09 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Name-and-shame-time-for-Altona/?page=-2?src=rss#1023536
Threatening violence against dog owners or dogs in Altona is not helping our cause. This is what he posted in the dog group.

https://img.skitch.com/20120229-cn21m3r35jh54458qjdkmtgcwi.png]]> Saffer http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kite-Size-Melbourne/?page=-2?src=rss#1023464 Victoria / KBV Thu, 10 May 2012 11:23:26 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kite-Size-Melbourne/?page=-2?src=rss#1023464
I'm currently in the UK and moving to Melbourne soon and was wondering what sort of kite size/s would I need to ride in normal conditions? I was thinking of heading out in St Kilda, Brighton and those sorts of areas..

I am about 173cm and 70kgs. From what I have gathered I think a 9m will do?

Thanks!]]> markonz http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Danger-Point-Torquay/?page=-2?src=rss#1022707 Victoria / KBV Wed, 09 May 2012 14:39:54 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Danger-Point-Torquay/?page=-2?src=rss#1022707 ]]> suniboy21 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Wind-tomorrow/?page=-2?src=rss#1021961 Victoria / KBV Tue, 08 May 2012 16:05:33 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Wind-tomorrow/?page=-2?src=rss#1021961 Ive been sitting on the edge of my seat for that last 3 weeks waiting to go for a surf.
Forecast looks good, but after not seeing a single puff all day today I now have my doubts.
I dont know what I will do if I have to wait another week.
The missus has allready had enough of me complaining.
I dont think I can handle sitting at the beach again waiting... waiting... waiting
]]> Saffer http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Which-weather-station-to-use-for-Brighton/?page=-2?src=rss#1021888 Victoria / KBV Tue, 08 May 2012 14:44:04 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Which-weather-station-to-use-for-Brighton/?page=-2?src=rss#1021888 Hi seabreeze,
I was just wondering which weather station to use before heading down to Brighton during northerlies? Fawkner beacon shows the clean, undisturbed "true" wind (currently NW) and St. Kilda shows gusty and probably deflected wind (currently N).
How does the wind usually get affected by the Brighton coastline and which station is more reliable? I don't feel like drifting all the way down to Rye if something goes wrong.
Also: What happens when it's W (dead onshore) in Brighton, is there an additional risk of getting lofted due to the "cliff"?

Thanks.]]> KSSALTONA http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Who-is-going-to-kite-during-the-winter/?page=-2?src=rss#1019633 Victoria / KBV Sat, 05 May 2012 11:16:25 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Who-is-going-to-kite-during-the-winter/?page=-2?src=rss#1019633 Hi seabreeze,

that's my first post after reading the forum for a year. My name's Eric and I started kiting about a year ago and I am pretty stoked! After sailing for ages and giving up on motocross after a couple of near-death experiences I have finally found the sport that combines elements of both.
I am one of the robocops on the beach with impact vest, hook knife and helmet for a couple of reasons: I have family, I spent quite some time and money getting my brain to the point where it actually earns money and being considered cool is not one of my goals in life. Even worse, I don't wear boardies over the wetsuit.

After a great summer kiting in St.Kilda, Altona and Rye/Rosebud in 15-30kts I am all geared up for the winter. The only issue I have is that I don't really know anyone to go kite with bc I usually go to the spot, kite three hours straight and go home. That is (apart from the kiting part) rather boring and in winter a real safety issue in case something goe...]]> smook http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Surfkiting-Pt-Lonsdale-Ocean-Grove/?page=-2?src=rss#1018927 Victoria / KBV Fri, 04 May 2012 15:49:09 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Surfkiting-Pt-Lonsdale-Ocean-Grove/?page=-2?src=rss#1018927 luke123 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/is-the-season-for-kite-surfing-over/?page=-2?src=rss#1017856 Victoria / KBV Thu, 03 May 2012 13:42:04 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/is-the-season-for-kite-surfing-over/?page=-2?src=rss#1017856 iRideWainman http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kiteboarders-Reviews/?page=-2?src=rss#1016609 Victoria / KBV Tue, 01 May 2012 21:33:19 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kiteboarders-Reviews/?page=-2?src=rss#1016609
Could everyone comment on what they think about local spots, new or the normal spots, and give it a review (best wind directions for that spot)

This is for everyone, not just beginners, that way everyone that comes on this forum can hear what is best at other spots they don't go to and if they want can pass on the info to other kiters/friends not on the forum.

Thanks]]> keiiz http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Anyone-going-rosebud-tomorrow-1512/?page=-2?src=rss#0 Victoria / KBV Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:16:09 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Anyone-going-rosebud-tomorrow-1512/?page=-2?src=rss#0 ]]> Taurus http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/kite-size-for-58-and-70kg-plus-Melbourne-whether/?page=-2?src=rss#1014983 Victoria / KBV Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:21:00 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/kite-size-for-58-and-70kg-plus-Melbourne-whether/?page=-2?src=rss#1014983 Gippy13 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kite-the-Prom-Wilsons/?page=-2?src=rss#1014523 Victoria / KBV Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:57:31 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Kite-the-Prom-Wilsons/?page=-2?src=rss#1014523 Kazan http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Photos-from-today-at-St-Kilda/?page=-2?src=rss#1014173 Victoria / KBV Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:56:53 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Photos-from-today-at-St-Kilda/?page=-2?src=rss#1014173
Couple of shots from today at St Kilda.

http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151537819165260.466004.615965259&type=1&l=acca87240b

On a separate note, to the idiot female instructor from Kite Republic who got annoyed and gave my mate a spray when he spoke to a beginner she had learning in the kiddies pond, as an instructor, you need to understand the zoning for St Kilda. Not sure if she was instructing or just helping a mate, but the kiddies pond is not for beginners! Its always been that way (and mentioned on the KBV site) and an instructor of all people should know it! This is a good example of why the beginners don't have a clue where they should be kiting!

]]> Kazan http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Were-can-I-get-lessons/?page=-2?src=rss#1013854 Victoria / KBV Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:21:07 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Were-can-I-get-lessons/?page=-2?src=rss#1013854 I live near Torquay haven't yet got a kite trying to work
Out if I should try to learn on the off season so I'm ready to go when summer is here.
Cheers Tys]]> Pickle http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Wetsuits-3/?page=-2?src=rss#0 Victoria / KBV Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:22:05 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Wetsuits-3/?page=-2?src=rss#0
Ocean Suits, Hallam, Dandenong.

Got a new wetsuit there last week, great service, awesome prices, good variaty. They also repair all types of wetsuits.

Cheers]]> Gippy13 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Anzac-day-kite-at-inverloch/?page=-2?src=rss#1012804 Victoria / KBV Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:46:35 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Anzac-day-kite-at-inverloch/?page=-2?src=rss#1012804 Kazan http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Beginners-at-Brighton/?page=-2?src=rss#1012083 Victoria / KBV Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:16:07 +0800 http://www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Victoria/Beginners-at-Brighton/?page=-2?src=rss#1012083 Today my kite got tangled by an absolute beginner who just steered his kite the wrong way as he attempted to start from shore. We got out of it really lucky, but it was a potentially dangerous situation. The German Kitesurfing champion Silke Gorldt died during a kiting contest in 2002, after being slammed into onshore obstacles by her and another kite that had gotten tangled into hers. Others, two.
Sorry for yelling at you there buddy but that situation was entirely unnecessary and avoidable. Apart from that, very happy for everyone who is entering the sport.]]>