Wollongong kiters come say hey here

Hi,

I am from Sydney but I come down to Wollongong sometimes on weekends. I have not kited in the gong yet, but east Corrimal looks good on northerly wind. Maybe Saturday may turn ok as the wind may end up strong than predicted if the temperature rises.

Cheers,

Jeremy

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Trapped said..

Hey guys. I'm fairly new and noticed the wind is more then zero tomorrow arvo. Just wondering if anyone will be out in Wollongong region. If so where are you gonna be? I'd love to make some new mates in the sport

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Alystan said..

Hi,

I am from Sydney but I come down to Wollongong sometimes on weekends. I have not kited in the gong yet, but east Corrimal looks good on northerly wind. Maybe Saturday may turn ok as the wind may end up strong than predicted if the temperature rises.

Cheers,

Jeremy

Hey Trapped,

Wondering what weather info you access...hmmmm..

GFS estimates are around 17/22 kts all day for wind with the PM appearing to be stronger. Swell will be around 2/4 foot so if you are new, surf may not be an option. Wollongong has some nice places to kite BUT all beaches are small with lot's of reefs, flags, people etc, etc.

If your a flat water rider it might be prudent to stay with what you know.... sorry to be blatantly obvious.

Jeremy, if you have never kited in the "gong", please don't send this guy to a location in the wrong winds. Do the guy a favour...thanks.

There are 2/3 main locations north and south of Wollongong. Go and meet the crew. Everyone is helpful. It ain't hard..

Kitcho/Simon, hope the wind if kind to you tomorrow. It should pump by 5pm...enjoy..

Hi Tony,

I saw kiters on northerly wind in Corrimal last week. In another thread, a Wollongong kiter confirmed they were there. I don't want to give people wrong info or location. Maybe you can tell us what they are, if I am mistaken?

Regards,

jeremy

Hey Jeremy,

It's all good.

Caught up with Trapped (Nick) and Kitcho (Simon) this arvo locally.

Respect to Simon for assisting Nick, who will rip when he sorts out some newer gear..

As I said, the entire area is not so good in northerly winds. There are some spots on Lake Illawarra but access is an issue. Having a boat helps.

NE winds are different, but again most locations are not so good for learning. MM's down at Port is about as good for a "learning spot" than most of the know area's. Remember, just seeing other kiters in the water doesn't make to a great spot to learn.

If you are surf savvy, it will help otherwise the tried and tested method is flat, shallow water.

in the last couple of years with my interest in teaching, most of the local guys I know have invested time in driving to either Kurnell or Shoalhaven to learn in suitable conditions.

See you in the water..

you funny Kitcho...

yes board is a different weapon. faster, turning quicker than any other one I've had.. might take a few more sessions to dial in...

a photo for you

Hey, Im just learning as well. @Nick, i met you last week when you were landing at primbee point. I had the 9m 2013 argo.

I am looking at going straight onto a directional board and have so far been practicing kite control, self rescue and i spent an afternoon in the wake park just to get a feel for being pulled through the water, which was an awesome experience.

Seabreeze is forecasting some wind for next week (N-NE 25knt) where would be a good spot and is anyone interested in going out together?

Cheers,
Duncan

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Aftrshox said..

Hey, Im just learning as well. @Nick, i met you last week when you were landing at primbee point. I had the 9m 2013 argo.

I am looking at going straight onto a directional board and have so far been practicing kite control, self rescue and i spent an afternoon in the wake park just to get a feel for being pulled through the water, which was an awesome experience.

Seabreeze is forecasting some wind for next week (N-NE 25knt) where would be a good spot and is anyone interested in going out together?

Cheers,
Duncan

Hi mate. i havent actually gone out at primbee yet so i dont think it was me you met haha. still more then happy to come ride with you.
Send me a message when you're gonna go out and ill try get down. We can help each other out with out basic knowledge haha
Nick

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Aftrshox said...
@Nick, sorry must have been another Nick but im keen to go out whenever anyone else is. I live at north gong' so its no bother to be at the beach in 5-10 mins.

Is anyone going out this afternoon evening? Looks like there might be a bit of wind picking up. Where do people recommend?


Cheers

Ahh really sorry mate was out of home all day and didn't look at this thread. I'll send u a message next time I'm coming into town but as kitcho has found out I'm not always having the best time haha.

Once again kitcho is my saviour. So thankful. I think it's time to do some youtubing on self rescue

Yeah just my di(k just didn't go hard. Need to figure out how to fix it. Probably screw it ;)

Just as a question to the more experienced guys on this thread. What are the usual Wollongong spots and what are the winds that they work the best in?

Also next Tuesday anyone?

Sorry mate need to get a couple of patches on my kite. Next time though

I ripped it a while ago but wasnt too worried.
But then the other day after unwinding the largest tangle in the world and blowing up the kite noticed a new one where the bladder is poking through a tiny bit. taking it up to kitepower tomorrow so hopefully will get it back by the weekend.

I knew there was a reason I'm GoodSimon and your BadSimon.
That night kite sounds good for this week, but will have to see if I can get some free time.
maybe even lunch time tomorrow while the kids are still at school.
I get off at 11:30am so will pack my gear in the car and pray for the wind gods.

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kitcho207 said..

Hey trapped,
Get your kite repaired? you been out lately? how are you progressing?

Hey mate. Yeah i got it back on saturday. (had a big on friday night so wasnt quite able to get out haha)
But havent been out since the last time you rescued me. Im just watching the wind forecasts and praying haha.

I have no idea what the wind will be doin but I'll definitely come say g'day.
Aww come on now it's not every time ii break a kite.
Oh wait...

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kitcho207 said...
2 out of 2 in the same week is not a bad average. hehe

They say things come in threes.
Damn it.