Shame about the rain, but what a great area to kite.
Why did they have to drain the lagoon? It was good but could have been much better with a bit more water.
Was there with a group of 18 of us from Sydney area and pretty sure everyone enjoyed themselves, especially those that did a downwinder on Friday when the wind was up to 25. Partys were fine but maybe show some more kite vids on the backscreen during the evening.
I belive the older format was what a lot of kiters liked where there were no heats, just free ride with the judges moving around the areas to note who they liked and gave points to over the 4 days. The heats make it a bit more intimidating for those that have not competed much in the past.
Over all I give the comp an 8 and the winds a 6.