Yup, it's pretty traumatic already for me even though its a few weeks before I fly over to Melbourne for an internship. I was looking to get some information on SUP shops in the Melbourne/Victoria area where I could rent some gear so I can continue working on my SUP abilities and to get a session in before heading out to my internship in the AM. Or after the work is done...though I'm thinking the morning session might work out better.

I've only SUP'd for about a month or so, but it is pretty addicting (and a pretty good stress reliever when it comes to finals too) and I'd like to be able to continue to do so while in Melbourne from July to August. (I'd like to try to get out to surf too, but this is the SUP forum)

The other question is whether it is cheaper to just fly with it (using Quantas) to AUS or just renting one for those six weeks.

July & August are the two equally coldest months in Melbourne !!

For the surf, you'll be wanting at least a 3/2 sealed steamer, and probably booties (and a car to get out of Melbourne).

For flat water, if you don't fall in, you'll survive with thermals, plus boardies and T over.

(PS - you have to admit, boardies over thermals is a must !! But boardies over a wettie stirs some debate !! See other posts! )

Yes Jonathan, I've always wanted to lead an American through the gates of hell. [}:)]