wind ..when is it safe

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jeremy
jeremy
WA
202 posts
WA, 202 posts
30 Apr 2006 7:57pm
my understanding is that there are two types of seabreezes
1) thermal type..typical summer..fairly steady..best for kitesurfing
2) those assoc with fronts..eg winter...these tend to be gusty , change direction and can be dangerous.

The breezes over the next few days...are 10-15 knots ..bit light ..are they suitable for kitesurfing ? ..its my first season..

jeremy
greenleader
greenleader
QLD
5283 posts
QLD, 5283 posts
30 Apr 2006 10:15pm
wind is a force some choose to hide from.
if you wish to use it, then test it's lower limits.
gain confidence and advance.
it's a slow good journey.
be careful.
fun awaits.
p.s. always look upwind for gusts or lulls or catastrophes.
azza
azza
1338 posts
1338 posts
30 Apr 2006 8:32pm
your number "1)" is the only true seabreeze... the other is a wind

There are, of course, combinations during the warmer months.

surf on over to the BOMwww.bom.gov.au/lam/ site and learn about meteorology. They have some great info there, it won't make you an expert but it will give you a start.

I haven't met any experts and I'm not either, always err on the side of caution if you aren't sure... "tomorrow is always be better than dying today."

Have fun.
azza
azza
1338 posts
1338 posts
30 Apr 2006 8:35pm
PS Jeremy,
you should ask you instructor these questions too... (you do have one I hope?!?)
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