Hi all. I'm living in FNQ and am new to kitesurfing (have experience land kiting). While it's in the off season I'm wanting to get out on Lake Tinaroo and would ask if this is possible and who regularly kites there. I desperately want to get out and learn and some pointers from more experienced guys and girls would be amazing.
Hey Luke,
Welcome to land kiting.
I am from Townsville and land kite here a bit, but I have not heard or even knew about Lake Tinaroo. Is it dry at the moment? I doubt it with the rains we've had. But in Winter should be good, aye?
In terms of water kiting a lake, mate we've got heaps of potential here. Just pick a good wind day and judging by the maps of Tinaroo you're best bet would be when the winds are from W-NW. And it just so happens this weekend we're getting 15 knots W-NWesterlies! Plus there is a sand beach off Tinaroo itself, so close to shops!
The nearest wind station is either Tolga or Atherton...
www.windalert.com:443/spot/83386
The website forecasts around 4 to 7 knots, but it has been known to be way under for the tropics (I am referring to stations inland near Townsville), so I am assuming of course. But you never know. Just take your largest kite!
Keep us informed and good winds!
hey mate,
we can connect you with the crew in Lucinda. One of Australias best kiting spots for flat water.
Also if you in Townsville area give us a shout and we look after you.
maybe come and see us and do some lessons to get you going safely
cheers
