Aaron,
I just started kiteboarding this past summer in the Gorge as well as one week in
Maui.  I have North Rhinos (8 & 12 M2) and have trouble re-launching them, but
anticipate experience will help.  I like them fine, but have not really spent
much time on other brands.  I did notice the popularity of Cabrinha kites in
Maui and the Recon system is intriguing.  Prices are good so if I had to do it
over again I would seriously consider that brand (you don't see many in the
Gorge).   I bought my kites (03's) used thru Iwindsurf.com and have been happy
with them (I bought locally so I could see them first).
I bought a used Slingshot Drake board (143cm?) and I love it, but anticipate
downsizing in a season or two.
I ride in 15-25 MPH winds and the Gorge is typically gusty.
I use a helmet, life vest (designed for kayaking with a very high cut), and
carry a knife.  I wish the pros out there would set better examples by using
safety gear.
Good luck and ride safely.
Michael

	 -----Original Message-----
	 From: Aaron Giandonato [mailto:aaron72@...]
	 Sent: Sat 12/6/2003 10:58 AM
	 To: kitesurf@yahoogroups.com
	 Cc:
	 Subject: [ksurf] changing theequipment...




	 Hi everybody!!
	 After getting started in kitesurfing only few days in the Italian seas, on last
November I went to Cape Verde where I spent 2 weeks training hard and finally I
learned to go upwind and trying my first jumps.
	 For this kite trip I brought my own equipment: a kiteboard RRD bidi 170cm (not
so good for entry-level) and a kite RRD type 4.1 16m.
	 Now I'd like to buy new equipment and I need some suggestions about board and
kite shapes and manufacturers:
	 1) KITES: In Cape Verde I've been rescued 2 times: I did not succedeed in
relaunching the kite because of the strong wind that was dragging me up to Boa
Vista Island. So, I need a good relaunchable kite... I've read something about
the RECON system employed by Cabrinha. It seems to be a good safety system
especially in relaunching the kite (it is almost "invisible"). Another system I
read about is the one adopted by wipika which includes a 5th line but.... more
lines, more troubles....
	 More over, the SS fuels are attractive (especially the 2004 production) in
terms of performance and material used in construction... Is Naish a really good
one??...
	 So... too many brands are confusing me... What about size and Aspect Ratio? Are
those safety systems credibles?
	 I think I'd have to buy 2 kites. It's better a 12m and a 18m or a 10m and a
16m? What about the manufacturers?? Do you think Cabrinha is a good choise??
which is the best model that combines safety and performance?
	 2) BOARDS: my intent is to buy a board (not so "radical") which allows me to
surf in medium/strong wind. For this reason I think that 140-145 cm is a good
lenght What do you think about the slingshot SX series? Are Drops boards good ?
Someone told me that the Cabrinha ones are good... Is the Naish "Stubbie"
suitable for intermediates??

	 Please... help me!!!
	 I wish you all the best.

	 Aaron

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I am going to Miami for a week this tuesday and would like input on
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Welcome and good luck.

Hi all,
Few of us our heading out from Canada to the Dominican in January.
We're thinkin' of hitting either Playa Dorada beach at one of the
resorts there, or something by Sosua (between Puerto Plata and
Cabarete).  Anyone know how good the winds, beaches are there for
January for that area?  Are the beaches wide enough for good safe
launches or would we have to go to Cabarete?  Any info on these
places would be great.  The hotel by Sosua is called Casa Marina
Beach and Reef Resort, any info on that would be great too, if
someone else has gone there.  This will be all of our first trip to
the Dominican.  Thanks in advance for any info.
K-T

hey all,
just looking for people who are kiting out east, canada.

pipe up.
cheers,
troy

http://kitevideo.com

Hey Troy
I'm here on PEI just outside CHARLOTTETOWN
Where are you located at?

Steve






--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Troy" <kitesnownet@y...> wrote:
> hey all,
> just looking for people who are kiting out east, canada.
>
> pipe up.
> cheers,
> troy
>
> http://kitevideo.com

I have been flying the boxers for a few months and am very happy with
the performamce.
It is important to know what I like to see if this pertains to you.
I like moderate aspect kites, I like a kite that stays back in the
window a bit so i can load up against it quickly. I like a
predictable kite as I like to spin and have my eyes off the kite a
bit.

The Boxer is a high performance kite and it is lower aspect.
It jumps surpsingly well.

Great kite for aerial transitions, spins and to whip sytle jumps.

Hein, I owe you one, so If you want me to send you a kite to try let
me know.

Philip
kitesite.net






--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "wyndjunkie2000" <wyndjunkie@m...>
wrote:
>
> is there anyone out there that knows anything about the boxer
> kite,or has seen them from a distance even. seems like there's no
> one on the other end unless your selling some safety idea... leash
> strap or some gimick that won't save people anyway!!! stay away
from
> large imovable objects. hows that for a safety system. not trying
to
> be rude at all  I've flown hanggliders for years and all this
safety
> stuff is a mask for good common sense. (IN FLYING)dont do arabatics
> under 1000 ft, it takes 500 feet to realize somthing isn't right.
> 200 feet to respond to that, and not much left for the chute to
> deploy.  don't kite with any object at least a football field away.
> if you do you are taking your chances, you most likely will not
have
> the time or the sense to respond...   a shackle with a release ball
> and an o shit loop is hard to beat. only thing better is common
> sense. no disrespect to anyone killed or injured.  this(EXTREME)
> sport has risks. (not to say there aren't freak accidents). I have
> lost 3 good friends in flying and again common sense would have
> saved every one of them.   this is a high risk sport    treat it as
> such...   now  any one know anything about the boxer kite??    J
>
>
>
>
>
> --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "wyndjunkie2000" <wyndjunkie@m...>
> wrote:
> > or are they a one size fits all   I have a friend that lives in
> maui
> > and according to him some of the people on the beach that could
> have
> > the kites of there choice  are in fact choosing and riding
> > boxers...  could it be that boxers are just like the aero 1 with
> the
> > turning ability of the aero 2.  I am just alittle confused as to
> why
> > I might need an x3 or v4 when some of the top riders are riding
> > boxers   who knows  they may just be out of cash this season.
> > highly unlikely!.  I would love some input from some experienced
> > riders that own or have ridden the boxer, maybe compared to other
> > naish kites.   I have read info on all and have ridden everything
> > but the v4 and the boxer.  naish has a wonderful way of
> highlighting
> > the kites attributes without ever really telling you anything  I
> > think the boxer might be a low aspect high performance kite sold
> at
> > a low price point just to attract new blood     J

hey steve,
i'm in toronto right now, but i'm moving to halifax. i bet the wind is
epic and the water is cold on the island. have a few friends in
charlottetown. i think some trips are in order.

cheers,
troy

--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "StevePEI"
<stevepowerup@h...> wrote:
> Hey Troy
> I'm here on PEI just outside CHARLOTTETOWN
> Where are you located at?
>
> Steve

> --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Troy" <kitesnownet@y...>
wrote:
> > hey all,
> > just looking for people who are kiting out east, canada.
> >
> > pipe up.
> > cheers,
> > troy
> >
> > http://kitevideo.com

Hey Troy do you kiteski in winter.
steve



--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Troy" <kitesnownet@y...> wrote:
> hey steve,
> i'm in toronto right now, but i'm moving to halifax. i bet the wind
is
> epic and the water is cold on the island. have a few friends in
> charlottetown. i think some trips are in order.
>
> cheers,
> troy
>
> --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "StevePEI"
> <stevepowerup@h...> wrote:
> > Hey Troy
> > I'm here on PEI just outside CHARLOTTETOWN
> > Where are you located at?
> >
> > Steve
>
> > --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Troy" <kitesnownet@y...>
> wrote:
> > > hey all,
> > > just looking for people who are kiting out east, canada.
> > >
> > > pipe up.
> > > cheers,
> > > troy
> > >
> > > http://kitevideo.com

Hey Troy
Do you kite ski in winter?
I Surf, Ski & Buggy keeps me going all year.
steve



--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Troy" <kitesnownet@y...> wrote:
> hey steve,
> i'm in toronto right now, but i'm moving to halifax. i bet the wind
is
> epic and the water is cold on the island. have a few friends in
> charlottetown. i think some trips are in order.
>
> cheers,
> troy
>
> --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "StevePEI"
> <stevepowerup@h...> wrote:
> > Hey Troy
> > I'm here on PEI just outside CHARLOTTETOWN
> > Where are you located at?
> >
> > Steve
>
> > --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Troy" <kitesnownet@y...>
> wrote:
> > > hey all,
> > > just looking for people who are kiting out east, canada.
> > >
> > > pipe up.
> > > cheers,
> > > troy
> > >
> > > http://kitevideo.com

I have been trying to get hold of a 17m 2004 CO2 in the UK for some
time. The importers don't have any, and it seems like despite having
received their promised recent shipment at the beginning of December
my local retailer has not been sent any. I am going to Cabarete on
22/12 and am now beginning to panic. Does anyone know any Cabrinha
retailers on Cabarete with these kites in stock? How do prices
compare with UK? Alternatively is there anyone in the UK, Europe or
anywhere else who can mail order it to me cost-effectively?

Aaron,

I spent a week in France this last summer at a kitesurfing class,
learning to waterlaunch with 2 line kites in deep choppy waters. The
kites were always falling out of the sky. Then I rented a Flysurfer
foil for a day, it was hard to relaunch too, and if it gets water
logged your stuck with a sea anchor. Then I tried a friends 4 line
kite with trim loop and realised a LEI doesn´t need to fall out of
the sky. I also realised you need your own kit that is set up for
you, and footstraps that are easy to get into.

So I broke down and bought a Naish Aero 2, 12 and 18m2 with UDS bar.
Made my own board 150x42cm and fitted it with 3, 2.5 inch on each
end for good grip.

Then I took a charter trip to El Gouna in Egypt last week. Shallow
water and steady winds.

Lessons learned:
1. UDS works well. Lots of de-power and rode whole week in "free
bar" mode, never hooked into trim loop, just used "leash" for de-
power. De-power helps when holding kite in air and starting. Safety
release works well. No leash to get all tangled like it did in
France all the time, even around neck.
2. Learn in shallow water. Good flyers just don´t drop the kite,
its that simple. Eventually we will learn to not to drop the
kite ,just stay in the shallows.
3. Water launch is not too difficult if you practice it, the right
technique is needed and a good wind. Try it in the shallows first.
4. Use a board that will plane easily so it will forgive poor
starting technique. The board will submarine just after you get
pulled up and lose a little kite power, before you get the kite back
into the power zone. My 150 x 42 was a good fun ride and I kept
upwind after one days flying.
5. VERY important. Use a board with good sized fins. This gives a
good bite so if you lose an edge you don´t fly sliding over the
water and crash. There is a loss of loosness but it´s better than
sliding on your butt all the time. Better to be able to get up and
learn to control the kite without too much concern over edging. I
tried several boards in France and Egypt and had the same problems
with sliding all over. These boards had small fins.
6. My 18m2 was way big for me.(72kgs) I used the 12m2 most of the
time. When I put up the 18 the wind would crank up a few knots and
I´d be really overpowered on my larger board and not good enough
to
have control. Better to learn to fly underpowered with
good "sineing" and save your bucks for when you´re better next
year.
7. All the kites from the majors are nice products. Everyone was out
on Cabrinhas, Gaastras, Naish, Takoons and they all were having fun.
Locals use Slingshots here in Sweden and have fun too. Just get a
kite.
8. Use a life vest and a helmet



--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, <michael.klotz@p...> wrote:
> Aaron,
> I just started kiteboarding this past summer in the Gorge as well
as one week in Maui.  I have North Rhinos (8 & 12 M2) and have
trouble re-launching them, but anticipate experience will help.  I
like them fine, but have not really spent much time on other
brands.  I did notice the popularity of Cabrinha kites in Maui and
the Recon system is intriguing.  Prices are good so if I had to do
it over again I would seriously consider that brand (you don't see
many in the Gorge).   I bought my kites (03's) used thru
Iwindsurf.com and have been happy with them (I bought locally so I
could see them first).
> I bought a used Slingshot Drake board (143cm?) and I love it, but
anticipate downsizing in a season or two.
> I ride in 15-25 MPH winds and the Gorge is typically gusty.
> I use a helmet, life vest (designed for kayaking with a very high
cut), and carry a knife.  I wish the pros out there would set better
examples by using safety gear.
> Good luck and ride safely.
> Michael
>
>  -----Original Message-----
>  From: Aaron Giandonato [mailto:aaron72@v...]
>  Sent: Sat 12/6/2003 10:58 AM
>  To: kitesurf@yahoogroups.com
>  Cc:
>  Subject: [ksurf] changing theequipment...
>
>
>
>
>  Hi everybody!!
>  After getting started in kitesurfing only few days in the
Italian seas, on last November I went to Cape Verde where I spent 2
weeks training hard and finally I learned to go upwind and trying my
first jumps.
>  For this kite trip I brought my own equipment: a kiteboard
RRD bidi 170cm (not so good for entry-level) and a kite RRD type 4.1
16m.
>  Now I'd like to buy new equipment and I need some
suggestions about board and kite shapes and manufacturers:
>  1) KITES: In Cape Verde I've been rescued 2 times: I did not
succedeed in relaunching the kite because of the strong wind that
was dragging me up to Boa Vista Island. So, I need a good
relaunchable kite... I've read something about the RECON system
employed by Cabrinha. It seems to be a good safety system especially
in relaunching the kite (it is almost "invisible"). Another system I
read about is the one adopted by wipika which includes a 5th line
but.... more lines, more troubles....
>  More over, the SS fuels are attractive (especially the 2004
production) in terms of performance and material used in
construction... Is Naish a really good one??...
>  So... too many brands are confusing me... What about size
and Aspect Ratio? Are those safety systems credibles?
>  I think I'd have to buy 2 kites. It's better a 12m and a 18m
or a 10m and a 16m? What about the manufacturers?? Do you think
Cabrinha is a good choise?? which is the best model that combines
safety and performance?
>  2) BOARDS: my intent is to buy a board (not so "radical")
which allows me to surf in medium/strong wind. For this reason I
think that 140-145 cm is a good lenght What do you think about the
slingshot SX series? Are Drops boards good ? Someone told me that
the Cabrinha ones are good... Is the Naish "Stubbie" suitable for
intermediates??
>
>  Please... help me!!!
>  I wish you all the best.
>
>  Aaron
>
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My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of this
Tasmanian rider.

Accident details provided by the AKSA along with some ideas on ways
of working to avoid repetition of this sad fatality appear at:

http://www.kiteforum.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=2300945

There are lots of important lessons and insights to be gained from
this unfortunate accident.

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Can anyone tell me if I should bother bringing my kiting gear on a
trip during Xmas and New Year's to Nautla, El Tajin area(100 kilos
north of Veracruz, Mexico)? What is the prevailing direction this
time of year? Wind strengths? Should I bring a drysuit or just a
wetsuit? Please pardon my bad Spanish below.

---------------------------

Ud. Puede decirme del viento para cometasurfeando 100 kilos norte de
Veracruz. La puebla voy a estar se llama Nautla de 21 de deciembre a
3 de enero. ¿Como estaré el viento? ¿Como estaré el temperatura del
agua y el aire? ¿Es una buena idea traer mis cometas y tablas?

gracias por ayudarme

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bells and whistles not nec.

David,
I've had a Wind Wizard for over 5 years.  Its durable and fairly
accurate between 10 and 25 mph. No batteries needed. Sells for about
$40.  Jer

--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "ringokiter" <davidtoushek@h...>
wrote:
> bells and whistles not nec.

My Windmeter of choice:

Windmaster 2 from Kaindl Electronics
http://www.windtronic.com/en/ind_1.htm

Robin
www.kite-surf.com - more than 800 Kite and Kiteboard Reviews / over 1500
kite wind ranges in the Database



-----Original Message-----
From: ringokiter [mailto:davidtoushek@...]
Sent: Saturday, December 13, 2003 12:17 AM
To: kitesurf@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ksurf] can anyone recommed a good cheap wind meter?

bells and whistles not nec.


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Thanks a lot Jer.

For clarification though, when you say "fairly accourate between 10
and 25mph".  I take it you mean between those wind speeds, the meter
is fairly accurate, but outside say at 6mph it is not as accurate.
Could you please give some sort of indication of the variances for
each (inside 10-25 and outside 10-25)?


Much tahnks!!

Ringo.


--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "wagjer" <jerwag@s...> wrote:
> David,
> I've had a Wind Wizard for over 5 years.  Its durable and fairly
> accurate between 10 and 25 mph. No batteries needed. Sells for
about
> $40.  Jer
>
> --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "ringokiter" <davidtoushek@h...>
> wrote:
> > bells and whistles not nec.

Ringo,
It's been accurate for my purpose, which is usually checking to see
how strong the gusts are in the 10 to 25 mph wind range at sailing
sites where the wind is not very steady and the stronger the wind the
harder the gusts.  I've never really relied on or tried to verify its
accuracy outside the 10 to 25 mph (gusts to +30) range, although it's
supposed to measure up to 60 mph.  This is a well designed but
relatively inexpensive mechanical device, not a scientific instrument.
Jer


--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "ringokiter" <davidtoushek@h...>
wrote:
> Thanks a lot Jer.
>
> For clarification though, when you say "fairly accourate between 10
> and 25mph".  I take it you mean between those wind speeds, the
meter
> is fairly accurate, but outside say at 6mph it is not as accurate.
> Could you please give some sort of indication of the variances for
> each (inside 10-25 and outside 10-25)?
>
>
> Much tahnks!!
>
> Ringo.
>
>
> --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "wagjer" <jerwag@s...> wrote:
> > David,
> > I've had a Wind Wizard for over 5 years.  Its durable and fairly
> > accurate between 10 and 25 mph. No batteries needed. Sells for
> about
> > $40.  Jer
> >
> > --- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "ringokiter" <davidtoushek@h...>
> > wrote:
> > > bells and whistles not nec.

Hi guys,

I'm selling my highly loved Ozone Frenzy 9.5 complete, yellow.

It's been used just for 5-10 sessions and it is in perfect, like new
condition.

It's one of the best snowkites out there with great stability and
performance.
I had so much fun with this kite, that I just ordered the 2004 Frenzys (I'm
one of those guys who love to change their gear often.)

Please send me an email to: robin@... when you are interested and
make me an offer.

Take care and fly safe,
Robin
www.kite-surf.com - Surf kite and kiteboard reviews

A summary of the circumstances of this tragic accident have been posted
along with ideas on how to try to avoid repetition in the future.  I regret
bringing up all these details that might distress those close to this
kiteboarder, still it is done in the hope of sparing others similar
accidents. I wish his family, friends and kiteboarders throughout the
Netherlands solace in this sad time of loss.

http://www.kiteforum.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=2301112

Aside from increased hazard awareness and avoidance knowledge, we could
reallly benefit from an effective Automatic Kite Depowering device to help
us try to avoid tragic accidents like this.  Ideas are in circulation with
some appearing at:

http://www.kiteforum.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=2300682

More ideas and testing input are needed.

FKA, Inc.

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Rick Iossi

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I've been to kite beach and stayed at Kitexite. We were there after
the first hurricane a few months ago and got really lucky during
this unstable period - perfect wind 7 days out of 9. According to
people I met there January shoulr provide stable conditions. When we
were there, the beach wasn't much to write home about at that point
since the hurricane took a big bite out of it. However, judging from
the web cams you can find online now, the beach is back to normal
(nice and wide, easy launching) and there is also real-time wind
info and alerts available now.

What I liked most was the fact that there was a protected area
inside the reef with a decent catch area downwind for us beginners,
and that you had everything you needed in one place (school,
equipment rental, hotel, gear storage, food, bar, etc).

Check out:

   www.kitexite.com
   www.windsofcabarete.com
   www.hispaniola.com/noworkteam/report.html

Have fun!




--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "kite_tyrant" <Kite_Tyrant@h...>
wrote:
> Hi all,
> Few of us our heading out from Canada to the Dominican in
January.
> We're thinkin' of hitting either Playa Dorada beach at one of the
> resorts there, or something by Sosua (between Puerto Plata and
> Cabarete).  Anyone know how good the winds, beaches are there for
> January for that area?  Are the beaches wide enough for good safe
> launches or would we have to go to Cabarete?  Any info on these
> places would be great.  The hotel by Sosua is called Casa Marina
> Beach and Reef Resort, any info on that would be great too, if
> someone else has gone there.  This will be all of our first trip
to
> the Dominican.  Thanks in advance for any info.
> K-T

Kaindl is the bset I have used or seen in the last 12 years, we sell them
for $139 in Oz, $125 export.
Unidirectional, so more accurate than the type you have to point in the
direction of the wind, large display waterproof, shows all wind scales inc
beaufort, lithium battery, great German quality.
Cya and
Goodwinds
Steve McCormack
www.kitepower.com.au

Got one of those (Kaindl Windtronic 2) a few months ago. Not that
cheap, but a great product. I paid $65 (US) for it in Cabarete. It
gives you current, max, and average, wind speed in Kilometers/Hour,
Knots, Meter/Second, or Miles/Hour. It also has a Beaufort bar graph
(only current). It's accurate and very easy to use.


--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "Kite Power \(Sydney\)"
<sydney@k...> wrote:
> Kaindl is the bset I have used or seen in the last 12 years, we
sell them
> for $139 in Oz, $125 export.
> Unidirectional, so more accurate than the type you have to point
in the
> direction of the wind, large display waterproof, shows all wind
scales inc
> beaufort, lithium battery, great German quality.
> Cya and
> Goodwinds
> Steve McCormack
> www.kitepower.com.au

I purchased a Kaindl Windtronics 2 wind meter and really like it. It's very
easy to use, has a large readout and is not direction sensitive. I purchased
it from www.kiteplace.com. Here is a link to more specs.
http://www.kiteplace.com/kiteplace%20Windtronic%202.htm


-----Original Message-----
From: go4kitesurfing [mailto:go4kitesurfing@...]
Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2003 11:30 AM
To: kitesurf@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [ksurf] Re: can anyone recommed a good cheap wind meter?

Got one of those (Kaindl Windtronic 2) a few months ago. Not that
cheap, but a great product. I paid $65 (US) for it in Cabarete. It
gives you current, max, and average, wind speed in Kilometers/Hour,
Knots, Meter/Second, or Miles/Hour. It also has a Beaufort bar graph
(only current). It's accurate and very easy to use.

hi Stuart,
contact the folks at dare2fly as they are the cabrinha dealer.  or
you can also can order it from Airtime in Hood River, Oregon 888-386-
3910 or kc@...  They can make it for you and it will take
about a week.

good luck!  Where are you going to be staying?

best,

Marina
Kitexcite
Cabarete

--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, "stuartdbenson" <stuart.benson@m...>
wrote:
> I have been trying to get hold of a 17m 2004 CO2 in the UK for some
> time. The importers don't have any, and it seems like despite
having
> received their promised recent shipment at the beginning of
December
> my local retailer has not been sent any. I am going to Cabarete on
> 22/12 and am now beginning to panic. Does anyone know any Cabrinha
> retailers on Cabarete with these kites in stock? How do prices
> compare with UK? Alternatively is there anyone in the UK, Europe or
> anywhere else who can mail order it to me cost-effectively?

The more I kite, the more I find that winter sessions are always better
than summer sessions.

It's time that all tropical kiters should take vacation in colder
climate to know the differences.

P.S., The meca of kiting is where one can kite on both soft and hard
water...

Hung.

Hey guys just want to let you know due to a few unforeseen circumstances
there are now a couple of spaces open on the Jan 17th to the 24th X-RATED DR
trip.
If anyone wants to be on this trip let me know ASAP either on this e-mail
address or on the web site www.xratedkiteboarding.com.
  Andy Hurdman from Liquid Force will be joining us along with Ryan Riccitelli
from Kiteboarding Mag and will be taking pics of all of us for the magazine.
The wind and waves in the second half Jan is normally awesome. So let me know.

Cheers Neil.


[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

do you mean snowkiting or cold water/weather kitesurfing?


--- In kitesurf@yahoogroups.com, Hung Vu <hungvu2000@r...> wrote:
> The more I kite, the more I find that winter sessions are always better
> than summer sessions.
>
> It's time that all tropical kiters should take vacation in colder
> climate to know the differences.
>
> P.S., The meca of kiting is where one can kite on both soft and hard
> water...
>
> Hung.