Quinny, Sam and I have had some great session out at brown water (colloroy basin) in the big swell the past few days. and will be heading back out there today (friday) at luch time again, feel free to come along and join us. it is an easy paddle out and some great rides.

Check out these shots from yesterday,








see some more at http://www.windgenuity.com.au/sup120707.html

Hope to see some more riders out there today!

regards,

JB

Luke,

Thanks for the props mate! It was a sick session.

Yes it was pretty windy yesterday, probably around the 10 - 15 knot mark, and nearly straight offshore. It is really hard to paddle against the wind, committed powerful stokes are needed, and it aint easy, you will tire quickly and catching waves is very hard. You can sometimes duck your to loose some windage, and stepping forward can work well in fuller conditions. You definately want to be pretty comfortable on your board and know it's limits before trying to paddle in strong winds, because you will get pushed around a lot. But like most things, practice makes perfect. I have paddled in about 20 knots and it gets close to impossible (to have fun!).

I recommend keeping to the light or no wind days unless your doing down wind treks.

You will definately find it easier on a bigger board, well a faster board anyway.

Good luck,

Regards,

JB