Ok so new fin 3 new sails 2 new masts...today it all came together today....planned for full runs..it was so much fun......do you remember the day it all fell into place?
Definitely, I was just getting over a busted achilles tendon when I decided to buy a newer board to replace the old one I had been slogging along on for 6 months trying to learn. After the second session on this one, the board started to really take off, it seemed to get really light underfoot and I realised for the first time I was actually planing!
Never get tired of the feeling, just love getting out there even if the younger guns go screaming past I get great enjoyment in just being there. Also to the younger guns, just do it, love to see you going fast and stretching the limits.
Kpd, I know how you feel. Things are just starting to come together for me. Sure, still have to look at my feet to find the straps, run through the steps mentally before making a gybe, etc, but fundamentally I can now (finally!) sail! Loooong way to go, but it's pretty amazing seeing the pieces fall into place hey. With success, comes success
Sounds like you're on the right track also. Happy sailing mate
Awesome news guys, well done.
You know what is so cool about this sport, the many moments you have to come.
Its so good to read about everyones stoke and love of windsurfing...i know ive only just scratched the surface and know it will probably just keep getting better from here..
Remember that first planing moment, was going to cancel my lesson and the instructor basically said i had to come down because the forecast was so good. Don't remember much about the lesson butif or one short moment of sudden acceleration, being totally out of control, board whacking the chop! That was it for me! Just hooked! Hope the beginners stick with it long enough to have that moment!
