Hi Guys

I'm working in Townsville for a few weeks and have 2 days off. Is there any gear hire here ?

I've had a google, and found nothing. Note: I am stuck here and can't drive to Bowen/Green Island etc (it has to be walking distance from the CBD).

Thanky !

PS/ This is a pretty cool city. For those that say is that TWL is the ar*ehole of QLD, go live in Elizabeth Downs, Andamooka, or Katherine NT. Trust me man, Townsville is okay. I drove into Andamooka once, and ended up driving into the rubbish trip because I couldn't tell the difference between the town and the rubbish trip, and as for Katherine...

I see what you mean. I walked down the strand today (bare footed ). I estimated it to be 10-15 and 15-20 at times looking at the caps out the back. It was pretty gusty on the beach. I would definately be having fun on either my small gear or the big slalom gear (pref slalom gear if it was lake gusty).

I've got tomorrow off and got the car. I'll have a drive to Pallarenda tomorrow. If I see anyone I'll say hello. Thanks for the offer. I'm happy just to watch

Is the stinger season reliable ?... or are they around on days when the water is warm ?. I saw a few people swiming in the ocean today unprotected.

Note: I can see why this region doesn't get any rain. It's almost like Townsville is in the middle of a bluff.