How long are you here for? A long time, then buying second hand might be cheaper.The bay is J&B so the Kodes would be fine as would the sail selection. Flat water and waves are a 1-2 hrs away. Wind at this time of year could be 0 kts to 35kts, summer gets a sea breeze 15-25 kts.

Hi Gabriel, In Melbourne you have a huge variety of wind in the course of a season and if you intend to sail mainly closer to the City on Port Phillip Bay the water is pretty choppy. The gear you have sounds to me ideal as a start and you will use it all...you may want a smaller board at some stage as it can get quite rough when it is 4.2 weather.

That gear sounds fine for Melbourne but don't expect much sailing in August, its the coldest month. Things start to improve in September though. Out peak months are December - February but you get some good days in November and March too.

Will be great to have another sailor on the water, make sure you let us know when you arrive, we have a pretty active Facebook messenger group which is very useful too.

We get great winter storms if you like it windy and you will be cosy in 5mm suit.

Another option to consider for windsurfing gear is to join up as a member at Wassup Oz down at Chelsea. Members have access to a whole range of quality gear to suit the conditions for all levels and styles, freeride to slalom. I joined up in the past year and it has been the best thing I ever did for my windsurfing as it makes the whole thing so easy - full range of gear to choose from, instruction available from Wassup Oz Instructor, beautiful spot with direct beach access, shower/change room, BBQ/fridge facilities and a good friendly vibe. You can also store your own gear there if you go with that option. www.facebook.com/pg/WassupOZ/

Update: Have arrived in Melbourne and am settled in.

Kit shoud arrive in the next couple of weeks (hopefully in one piece) and I will then need to buy a car!

I've been added to a facebook group chat and it seems there are a lot of sub 4m days!! May need to invest in some even smaller sails...

Looking forward to meeting you all