Had a weekend that involved injury, dejection and salvation. The injury and dejecture were caused by a little bit of groundswell but no banks on a metro beachie which led to a nasty little bump on my head and a little bit of damage to my board, dejection followed as paddling for closeouts wore me down mentally and physically.(why do I persist with it??)

Salvation was followed the next day with a really fun little interclub contest with the longboarding club I have recently joined. Great group of guys, organized event, fun but messy waves (was just glad to see a little bit of shape!) and a lot of feedback and things learnt. Contest was not as stressful as I thought. Just surf for half an hour and enjoy yourself with a group of guys and see how you went when you get to the beach. Followed by a free surf at a spot I hadnt really surfed before (which I will now try to get to when ever I can )

Great stuff keep us up to date with all the happenings Souwester
So you didn't take all the prizes home on your first comp with the new club
Just as well, they would have drug tested ya

Next comp,invite your mate over the night before get him on the drinks,drink one to his two or three and watch his 7 disappear

macs tip for the day

Old trick doggie,I did it years ago ( shortboard ) comp and it worked

dirtymac [}:)]

Souwester said...
I actually didnt even drink the night before so I would be fresh.

Maybe that could have been the issue.

Yeah it adds another dimension to your surfing. Im not massively competitive with my surfing just pure enjoyment thats why I longboard I guess, it does wonders to see how others ride up close (not just on a video) especially if they rip.

Want a 4x4 to get to the break every weekend now!