I'll believe it when I see it, but the Bureau are calling for some west in the breeze today:

Wind:SW to 10 knots early, increasing to N/NW 20/25 knots by midday

I don't think I have actually seen a decent NW worth kiting in my short time attempting to kite.

I was planning on heading to First Groin at Brighton to kite if the wind got up. If it actually is NW instead of N or NE, will Brighton still be feasible?

I can see from looking at a map that Kurnell would work better than Brighton if there was any west in it, but I have heard that I may be less than welcome there, and it is a hell of a lot further to drive.

I guess if I go to Brighton and it is NW and I get into trouble, I might find out if they are friendly at Kurnell anyway......

Hey Mr Kane -Can I come play in your backyard?

Hi Clayton Lee,

NW in Sydney ... Kurnell is an option ... But definately NOT for beginners ...

Go to nswkba web site (http://www.nswkba.com.au) have a look at locations ...

Other options are:

* The Entrance (Picnic Point) ...about 1 - 1.5 hours north of Sydney ... flat water spot, launch is a bit tricky ... assisted launch and land is prefered

* Palm Beach (Pittwater Side) ... launch is also tricky ... assisted launch and land is prefered

But ..... in all honesty if you have only been kiting for a short time , you would be best off taking a break today ...:-)
There will be PLENTY of kitable days ...
I understand your eagerness and enthusiasm ...
BUT ... You would be better off giving it a miss for a day ... rather than wreck your gear or yourself !!!

NW Winds can be gusty ... also ... not good for inexperience riders ...

Be Safe!
Enjoy!
Z

kyteryder said...

Seabreeze graph, saying it is a noreaster. Watch it for the next hour, if it strengthens up, a norwester will be killed off for the day. My theory anyway.

KR

Yep - that is my working theory as well. I figure the NE will kill the NW - just curious on options.

I don't know how fearful KKK actually is - I am not a beginner - this is my second season - I can ride reasonably well and stay upwind, pending having a board big enough for my fat arse as per my other post.

Still, my guess is it will be NE green arrows by midday - will just have to wait and see.

C

I followed my own advice, watched the wind, and went to cables instead, a little choppy, but flattened out in the arvo.

Hey Giggler....you wern't there Sunday and I can prove it....nice play on the words though



Long way from the Tripple K

Makes it easy for me to blend in...