Just keep paddling...

was all that was going through my mind today. Wind was onshore and the swell was seemingly a little onshore, not to mention some guys were out windsurfing. I had a quick panic as I dithered on the ridge wondering if i should go out. But as I didn't have my windsurf kit with me, and only a small window of time, I made a dash for the water. I grabbed the 6'3 fish and just paddled for the horizon. It was consistent punishment for about twenty minutes as I tried to head out back, so as the sun was out, I just kept battling on. When I finally reached the 'outside' it was a lot better than expected, and I watched the only other guy alongside doing 360's. In fact it was worth the paddle out just to see this guy, and despite the wind slop I still scored some decent rides. Wind looks perfect tomorow for some down the line sailing, but will have to see if work gets in the way.

The other side..

of the camera has not been much of an option lately, but massive thankyou to Luke for snapping me mid back loop. Wind has been firing again, and swell out back was near three quarter mast high. What a great day, and am pleased to say that the windsurfers have been owning it ! Jem, Dan, Sean, Andy, Matt and the others who were charging today.

Ps- Dan L pulled an enourmous back loop on first run, just to show who was boss. Sadly Luke didn't catch it.