Gwithian A Go-Go

We're back from a few days in Cornwall and my first kite session in ages. This wasn't a proper holiday as Nic has had an operation on her shoulder and it was in Exeter. So after a few days there (of me rocking it up in a nice hotel - St.Andrews - Exeter - which by-the by was good value and very nice) we decided to head to our friends in Cornwall. It was closer then going all the way home and nicer! :) Nic mostly slept and I mostly worked.

What a wally! I forgot to take my camera and we spent one night from about 9 til midnight, just sat in Gwithian car park watching the sun go down - it was stunning - as always.

I managed a couple of sessions in the sea. I can't remember what days, but the first session was pumping! Too big for me ;) I stuck at it though with my shorter board and although I was getting tired from the constant bashings, I managed to get some nice waves.

The second and third sessions were back on the log again. I've got to be honest, I always like to think I like the shorter board, but my heart is with the plank. Got a few sweet ones and I was happy.

I used my summer suit for the first time this year - all good! No boots and gloves and the feeling of being almost nude - hehehe! It's such a difference. I dropped of my winter suit off with Adam at Overhead in Newquay (sorry - Newquoi!) to be fixed - the damned thing is falling to bits :( Maybe line a new one up next summer...

We should be heading back down to Exeter again in 5 to 6 weeks for a follow-up for Nic. Fingers crossed we can land it near a weekend to get another sneaky one in ;)

First Kiting Session in a Year!

I can't believe so long has gone by since I was last out kiting. I can't be 100% sure - but I'm sure it must be a year! Far too long!

I headed down to Gwithian with Andy for an evening session. The council gits have put up a pay & display down there now - not impressed! The wind was light, at the most 5mph. The surf wasn't looking all that good, so I didn't feel too bad about not going in ;) But seeing as I'm here for a few days, no doubt I'll sneak in - hehehe :)

So we headed down the cliff. I had the 6.6 and 8.5 in hand. Having not been out for a while, I thought I'd play it safe by taking the 6.6 out to warm up on first - good move.

Having warmed up, it was time to have a tickle on Andy's 14m Frenzy. What a beaut :) Super floaty and the pop control was a real treat.

The wind started to pick up ever so slightly, guessing around the 8mph mark (note to self: take my new wind meter next time!). So I packed up the 6.6 and pulled out the 8.5. Now ya talking :) I was soon back to the average jumping height of 7 to 8ft - happy days.

I missed the buggy though - will make sure I get one on the Christmas list...