Contact   Imprint   Advertising   Guidelines

Search found 186 matches

Go to advanced search

by grtlakes
Sat Mar 02, 2024 1:34 pm
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Is OBX soundside still foilable?
Replies: 15
Views: 1490

Re: Is OBX soundside still foilable?

That was with a 85cm mast.
by grtlakes
Sat Mar 02, 2024 1:33 pm
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Is OBX soundside still foilable?
Replies: 15
Views: 1490

Re: Is OBX soundside still foilable?

IMG_1260.png
I had a great time last April and September. Some days have more weeds than others.
The track above was September 29th.
by grtlakes
Mon Feb 19, 2024 1:40 am
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Beginner progression
Replies: 42
Views: 3950

Re: Beginner progression

I was in your situation too. I went from 147cm to dwarfcraft 110cm. I now wish I went right to the 90 cm for travel. The 110 was a nonissue. Awesome board but a very easy transition.
by grtlakes
Tue Feb 06, 2024 3:21 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Oldest Kiteboarder in the world
Replies: 12
Views: 990

Re: Oldest Kiteboarder in the world

A few years ago I met a local gentleman several times at various beaches in Ontario. He was I believe 84 and a very active kiter. Strapless surfboard in crazy conditions. We should all be so lucky. 64 yrs old Ha you have years ahead of you.
by grtlakes
Thu Jan 11, 2024 3:39 pm
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Destination in February (Caribbean/South America)
Replies: 11
Views: 791

Re: Destination in February (Caribbean/South America)

St Lucia Coconut Bay resorts is another viable option. Kite school/rental on the property too.
by grtlakes
Fri Nov 03, 2023 4:27 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: seaweed issue OBX
Replies: 19
Views: 4192

Re: seaweed issue OBX

In my experience it is definitely inconsistent. I spent the last week of September in Salvo. I kite foiled every day. The “floating grass” concentration was dependent on wind direction/intensity and sound location. It was a pain but improved over the week. Your best bet is to call a local kiting sho...
by grtlakes
Wed Nov 01, 2023 9:22 pm
Forum: Hydrofoil
Topic: Raptor concept foiling board
Replies: 16
Views: 4293

Re: Raptor concept foiling board

I for one think it is a brilliant suggestion.
by grtlakes
Mon Aug 14, 2023 3:28 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: Kiteboarding Sault Ste. Marie Spots
Replies: 4
Views: 641

Re: Kiteboarding Sault Ste. Marie Spots

Joaco if you mean the Canadian Sault not US welcome to Canada. I live down south but have kited at Pancake Bay 1 hour west of the Sault. Beautiful beach and campground. Clear water and slightly warmer than open Lake Superior. Also, I was told of a local OPP member who kites in the Sault area so ther...
by grtlakes
Mon Jul 31, 2023 3:14 am
Forum: Kitesurfing
Topic: cape hatteras in October
Replies: 16
Views: 1513

Re: cape hatteras in October

https://www.surfchex.com/cams/waves-nc/ Live cam showing activity outside Barton’s shop.HISS. Relevant only because we are talking OBX and it gives you a visual of daily activity. I’m heading there last week of September into October. Great time for kiting. I second the smaller kite option also. You...

Go to advanced search