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dave......

2119 posts

dave......

WA, 2119 posts

27 Feb 2006 11:42am

Went to Lancelin on Saturday,Tried a double front, overcranked the kite and landed hard on the water,bounce, crack goes a coupla of ribs, out for the rest of the season. I urge anyone who is going big and getting spinny to learn from my F#@kup. Was actually at the shop looking at impact vests just before my session, but they all look kooky and uncomfortable. All I want is a vest with a rigid front/back panel which will fit North styler waist harness.No camel packs,flares or other bull****.. Anyone out there with any suggestions????

Ive got 6 weeks to save up.

kusu

QLD

485 posts

kusu

QLD, 485 posts

27 Feb 2006 2:07pm

The nevin swat one has a hole in the front and is on special as it is a 2005. Fulltilt should be able to help you out.

Caelah

319 posts

Caelah

WA, 319 posts

27 Feb 2006 12:34pm

Hey, it's all good and well having an impact vest but make sure whatever you get it is also has boyancy. I've had mine made by Wing Wetsuits to my requirements so that my waist harness fits nicely under it. I know you're in WA but they may know someone your side who can help you out.

Hope you get better soon.

Dan Jones

101 posts

Dan Jones

WA, 101 posts

27 Feb 2006 6:56pm

hey i got one of the new liquid force vests they are really comfy and affordable. it doesnt ride up with my harness and also helps ya float.. nevin also do sick vests.. jason at full tilt has heaps in stock so contact him on 0411 510 514 and check the web site www.fulltilt.com.au

kiteboy dave

QLD

6525 posts

kiteboy dave

QLD, 6525 posts

27 Feb 2006 9:05pm

I like my camel back bull****! Having a drink with you on the water is sweet.. I like to fill it with with red cordial, have a swig after a big stack, then spit it out if front of my mates while rolling round groanin.. makes your wipeout look *really* gnarly.

jacko

89 posts

jacko

WA, 89 posts

27 Feb 2006 9:06pm

ive got a dakne impact/harness all in one for sale if you want . one of the best going around i've used it 4 times cost $380 WILL SELL FOR$200. SEE REVIEW PH SLIVA 0409576458 www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=5242&SearchTerms=dakine,impact,vest

gruezi

3464 posts

gruezi

WA, 3464 posts

27 Feb 2006 10:07pm

Sorry to read about your mishap at Lano Dave........... I always speak about the dam injuries in this sport. Doing a double front in nuking conditions with a 12m, you are a sic man; but that is how you got so good so fast. 6 weeks rest and the memories of the pain will slow you down.

Get well soon....see you on the water very soon no doubt, an impact vest during healing sounds like a good idea.

Nick

GalahOnTheBay

NSW

4188 posts

GalahOnTheBay

NSW, 4188 posts

28 Feb 2006 10:56am

the cabrinah one is sweet - check it out

Cookie

40 posts

Cookie

WA, 40 posts

28 Feb 2006 9:33am

6 weeks, thats great, I was off the water for much longer.
Cant find my size impact vest... xs, the ripcurl looks great but like other brands only make small, anyone help ?

dave......

2119 posts

dave......

WA, 2119 posts

28 Feb 2006 4:55pm

quote:
Originally posted by Cookie

6 weeks, thats great, I was off the water for much longer.
Cant find my size impact vest... xs, the ripcurl looks great but like other brands only make small, anyone help ?

Thanks everyone for their imput..... Found out that its more like 3 months before I can go fully sick agan as we are doing an impact sport... Its alright to go to a part-time GP for a sick certificate and pain killers but thats it... Dont take advice from jack of all trades master of none, 2 week sport injury management course useless GP. anyone else with broken ribs surfing, kitesurfing?? What was the REAL down time? anyone know of an impact vest with nylon ribbing like wakeboarding ones not just neoprene....... Mabe I should just buy a flack jacket from the TRG.....A to the K homeboy

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