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Seabreeze
Seabreeze
SA
3538 posts
SA, 3538 posts
8 Feb 2016 11:21am
Hi,

There has been a post under the same name, and sorry - it got removed.

The reason is that it was about a lot of inter-committee stuff, and past experience has shown that discussion of this content/the politics of committee's trying to work it things out in the forums usually gets ugly, and nobody wins.

To get updates on the event, visit the www.windwanderers.org.au/ website.

ChrisoSB
ChrisoSB
QLD
2 posts
QLD, 2 posts
8 Feb 2016 11:29am
Thanks Justin for your time and effort over the years.


Hey windwanders can you please explain comment below as is rather ambiguous to what the event will provide and has a significant impact in deciding whether to attend the event or not.

"The intent is for the format of the event, style, vibe and atmosphere to remain unchanged. Items incorporated in the expenses have been reviewed for the event in the interests of all WindWanderers."

Cheers,
Chris
Haggar
Haggar
QLD
1670 posts
QLD, 1670 posts
8 Feb 2016 12:45pm
I'm going and put my full support behind the committee. Looking forward to a great event .
firiebob
firiebob
WA
3182 posts
WA, 3182 posts
8 Feb 2016 10:52am
Bloody committees

But hey if you're booked in or even planing to go do so, this is the best windsurfing event I have ever been to and I have been to a few. If the wind's up the sailing is very good but the chance to meet so many sailors from around Aus, talk some B/S and have a few laughs is awesome. I have made some very good friends here Also it might die a slow death from here
sausage
sausage
QLD
4874 posts
QLD, 4874 posts
8 Feb 2016 1:08pm
firiebob said..
Bloody committees

But hey if you're booked in or even planing to go do so, this is the best windsurfing event I have ever been to and I have been to a few. If the wind's up the sailing is very good but the chance to meet so many sailors from around Aus, talk some B/S and have a few laughs is awesome. I have made some very good friends here Also it might die a slow death from here




We all just pretend to be friends with you Bob

Disappointing turn of events (and unfortunately somewhat played out in public) but no doubt the committee will bring the same level of enthusiasm and possible some fresh ideas to the comp.

My 2 cents - I think that the barge is pretty handy for the competitors re: extra gear etc. and would be a shame to lose it due to budget constraints (but not a show stopper though)
ChrisoSB
ChrisoSB
QLD
2 posts
QLD, 2 posts
8 Feb 2016 2:29pm
I missed most the excitement last couple of days, have been out sailing of all things.

Yeah do agree top event and great group of peeps, even if firiebob comes along ;)-

Having attended the last 3 comps I am just trying to determine what the go is this year as there have been plenty of rumors kicking about and nothing solid as yet. Either way awesome place to sail.
hooray
hooray
QLD
335 posts
QLD, 335 posts
8 Feb 2016 2:55pm

LIMONCELLO is brewing.
sausage
sausage
QLD
4874 posts
QLD, 4874 posts
8 Feb 2016 3:34pm
hooray said..

LIMONCELLO is brewing.


Brewing???? Didn't think you need to brew rocket fuel and lemon juice. Just thought you mixed the two and watched the effect take hold on unsuspecting visitors.

BTW - Is it sanctioned with the committee
WindsurfingQLD
WindsurfingQLD
200 posts
200 posts
8 Feb 2016 2:48pm
Obviously there has been a few big and significant changes over the last few days with regard to this event. I think Laurie has done the right thing by pulling the previous posts as these public forums are definitely not the place to work out internal issues.

We all need to remember that there are real people on the end of any comments you post and these people spend a lot of time and energy VOLUNTEERING to run clubs and events so we can all better enjoy the sport we all love. If we treat them badly they will disappear and we will all be worse for it.

It is obviously disappointing to see Justin leave as he has done a magnificent job in the past and has built the event up to being one of the premier events on our windsurfing calendars. However I have spoken to the president of WindWanderers and he has the support of a number of key personnel and resources and once a number of key administrative issues have been addressed, is aiming to make sure the event goes ahead as planned.

Thank you all for your patience and understanding.

Scot Farley (President Windsurfing Queensland)

AusMoz
AusMoz
QLD
1514 posts
QLD, 1514 posts
8 Feb 2016 5:27pm
hooray said..

LIMONCELLO is brewing.


If I make it to Burrum I may round up enough courage to try some - I believe (From reliable informants and past participants) it adds 4 knots to your PB the next day?
spanishwog
spanishwog
QLD
130 posts
QLD, 130 posts
8 Feb 2016 10:00pm
So I have no previous experience at the event - been sailing many years but only got myself a GPS just before xmas. Sailed at Burrum on 28th Dec in a big blow and it was bloody fantastic. Had not sailed there before. Made the decision that day that I would be back for Windfest. As a newbie to the event I am very much looking forward to it. Looking forward to meeting heaps of people. Looking forward to having a chat over a cold beer. Just hope the wind will be coming along!!!!
da vecta
da vecta
QLD
2515 posts
QLD, 2515 posts
8 Feb 2016 11:12pm
The Gold Coast crew are still frothing!
greenleader
greenleader
QLD
5283 posts
QLD, 5283 posts
9 Feb 2016 12:06am



it's a good gig regardless
Jacko51
Jacko51
SA
226 posts
SA, 226 posts
9 Feb 2016 6:07pm
I have registered on Windwanderers site and can log in but can not get into Wind Fest registration page. The following message comes up
" You are using an unverified account. Please verify your account by clicking on the link contained in the verification email we've already sent to you." I have done this and can log in ,but can not get into Wind Fest registration page.
Is anyone else having this problem?
Dylan72
Dylan72
QLD
683 posts
QLD, 683 posts
9 Feb 2016 6:08pm
Jacko51 said..
I have registered on Windwanderers site and can log in but can not get into Wind Fest registration page. The following message comes up
" You are using an unverified account. Please verify your account by clicking on the link contained in the verification email we've already sent to you." I have done this and can log in ,but can not get into Wind Fest registration page.
Is anyone else having this problem?


I'f you're having trouble, email me ([email protected]) and I can assist. Send me your login name, and describe the problem, and I can fix it up for you.

Dylan.

TRIMMER
TRIMMER
QLD
217 posts
QLD, 217 posts
10 Feb 2016 6:57pm
Tuesday phil did 34.29 nm and hit over 38 kn.
Can't wait to sail burrum again.
Come on windfest ...blow you ...and me off the water this year for my first
Windfest.
Amen
byronmc
byronmc
NSW
508 posts
NSW, 508 posts
11 Feb 2016 8:35am
Looking forward to meeting people and sailing there for the first time.
A big thanks to all involved in making this happen it is apretiated
If help is required like finishing the race boards etc we can alternate to help out one afternoon each. We are all there to have fun.
Let's make this event a cracker
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