The Crew Dakhla Coaching Holiday 2012 As soon as the snow started to fall on sat 4th Feb, it was time for Lee ‘Pasty’ Harvey and his 6 Adventurer’s, Tim, Paul, Ken, Brendan, Steve and Guy, to travel way south to the Desert Oasis of Dakhla, Morocco. Amidst the chaos of flights being cancelled and the snow on the roads we made it safely out of the UK on Sunday and into Casablanca in time for a trip down town to the Mosque and a bite to eat. Arriving into Dakhla at night we went straight to Ocean Vagabond and had our first taste of the great food we were set to enjoy for the rest of the week. Monday dawned a tad chilly with easterly winds of around 25-35 mph which meant we stayed on the lagoon and looked at technique of controlling gusts and staying upwind. Evening theory followed before an amazing fish supper. Tuesday was a bit more like what we were expecting. A chilly start soon warmed up with much more constant northerly winds blowing down the lagoon. We worked on surfboard technique and carves on 9m kites. We finished the morning with a follow my leader session which looked great to all who were watching as the 7 of us carved our way down the lagoon for 2kms before riding back upwind in a long line. For the afternoon we went to the wave spot of Oum Laboiur, which was breaking perfectly in the 2-3 foot range with sideshore winds perfect for our 9s. As the afternoon went on the waves started picking up and got a bit much for some of the less experienced, leading to a couple of rescues while the 2 more experienced wave riders were having a ball! Wednesday was another wave day with Tim and me sneaking off for a morning surf at the secret cliff spot, followed by a cracking afternoon kite wave session at Oum Laboiur with Steve and Tim who were really looking at concentrating on the wave side. We looked at riding technique, including fading and using the waves to get upwind and scoring some great rides, sharing the spot with only 3 other windsurfers. Meanwhile back at the lagoon, the others put to practise all they had learnt the day before. We finished the day with an evening theory session, looking at waves, tides and weather systems before yet another fantastic meal. Thursday was another day for all. Looking at toeside riding and pops for the 3 freeriders. Tacks and gybes for the 3 surfboarders on the lagoon in the morning along with self launching and landing. We then went back to the wave spot for the last bit of the remaining swell with all 3 wave heads, having some great rides and learning lots about surfing right handers with a kite. Friday was a pretty calm in the morning, leading the guys to rig their 12s, but by the time we had finished the demos, it was howling 30knts + and everyone had to change down to their smallest kites. We looked at pop, jumps, carves and backrolls, with everyone getting air, some for the first time! The evening video feedback was full of screams, laughs and excitement as all were telling the tales of the day, and able to see themselves doing it all on camera. Saturday was the last full day on the water. We moved on from Friday by looking at bigger jumps, frontrolls, and transitions. The afternoon was time for a photoshoot and encouraged everyone to put their new found skills to the test. A few aches and pains from the day were washed down that evening with a few drinks and laughs. Sunday and with the flight time in the evening we had a full day to chill out or kite if we wanted. As the wind was light 12m weather most didn’t bother and instead got the sand out of their kit. At lunch we discussed any further topics and in the afternoon, I ran through some detailed rescue scenarios, which everyone found very interesting and useful, although I hope they will never have to use them! All in all everyone had a great week, learnt lots and stayed healthy as we hardly drank any alcohol and ate amazingly healthy food thanks to the cooks at Ocean Vagabond. All the guys tried out the new range of North surfboards with the Whip being the favourite, closely followed by the X surf strapless and the Nugget being called a bar of soap (although it’s my fave for flat water!). Big thanks to everyone for coming and making it a great week along with the amazing feedback. Special mention goes to Paul for pushing the hardest! Movie of the trip coming soon. Thanks to Sportif for organising the trip, Sebastian and all the crew at Ocean Vagabond for the amazing food and rooms, Jason and the Skyriders Team for the occaisional rescues on the lagoon, North Kiteboarding for the demo boards and T-shirts and Splashography for the logo. Our next Adventure is an Improver camp in Safaga, Egypt in march, then a Wave Epic in Mauritius start of September. Spring Gwithian wave clinic is Saturday 24thMarch. Full details on the website www.pastyadventures.co.uk I would also like to thanks my sponsors- North kiteboarding, Resin8 surfboards, West wetsuits, Freeriders, Wiley X & FCS Cheers and see you on the water soon. Lee
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Lee boosting a Raley We had a great day Kitesurfing at Marazion Cornwall yesterday, Saturday 14th Jan for the KKC Frostbite gathering. With 2012 kit available to test from North, Slingshot and Ocean Rodeo and a SE wind blowing at 20-25knts the 40 or so kitesurfers that came along put up with the cold 6 degree temps on the beach and had some great times in the water boosting some big airs and learning some new stuff by watching some of the pro riders who came along to help with the demo kit. I even went on the Twin Tip and boosted some massive airs on the new 2012 Fuse 10m. We then all went back to Lodeys for a chilli and mulled wine/cider while watching the days action on the big screen, thanks to Mel from Splashography. Check out and buy the pics from the day at http://splashography.com/2012Gallery/main.php?g2_itemId=3808 The next club meet is in March at Watergate for the AGM followed by a big party. Check out the latest issue of http://www.iksurfmag.com/issue30/ for a write up from my travels to Lobitos after the KSP Pacasmayo event. Possible trip there in 2012!
Enjoy Cheers Lee Board Talk Our 1st Kite wave clinic of this winter went down in deepest Cornwall on the weekend just gone, 12/13th Nov with great success. 5 guys traveled down from as far as Ipswich & Hayling Island to be greated at Gwithian on Saturday morning to perfect 4-5ft waves but unfortunately no wind. Some of us jumped in for a surf before we got Pasties and recoveined at Marazion at 12pm to await the forecasted se wind. With small waves and the breeze filling in we kicked off with a board talk, showing the differences between all the 2012 North surfboards. We then pumped our 12s and went for a quick wave ride before the wind dropped slightly and we were back on the beach for a tacking talk followed by an on water demo. We then postponed until the sunday. As soon as it got dark then wind filled right in (typical) and sunday dawned with 25-30 knts and 2 ft waves at Marazion. A full day followed, covering riding tech, getting out, Gybing, Tacking and strapless jumping, with everyone leaving happy, tired and with plenty to practise. We received some great feedback, such as; 'Best £60 I've spent in a long time' Big thanks to Joe from JNP Events for doing the photos. All the pics of the demos and the guys ripping are availble to buy their website- http://jnpevents.co.uk/photocart/ Our next clinic is on the 26th Nov @ Gwithian and there are currently 3 spaces available so be quick at just £60 for 6 hours. contact me by email lee@pastyadventures.co.uk cheers and stay safe Lee The autumn seems to have suddenly kicked in and has brought with it the long awaited wind. The result is perfect kitesurfing weather at marazion and gwithian and with the schools gone back the beaches of Cornwall are now a lot quieter making september the perfect time of year to learn to kitesurf in cornwall.
Pasty Adventures have just taken new stock of 2012 North kites and boards so be one of the first people to test out the latest kit with a kitesurfing lesson at West Cornwall only BKSA recognised school. We have also recruited pro surfer and kiter, Richie Sills who along with Lee Pasty will be running wave clinics at Gwithian in November. The school is planned to stay open right up until Christmas and we have also organised some exciting coaching trips abroad for the new year. Be sure to check out the details on the holiday page. Stay safe and see you on the water in West Cornwall, the UKs premier kite destination. I am super pleased to announce that Sportif, the UKs leading kitesurfing and windsurfing holiday company are sponsoring my flights to Mauritius for the first stop of the KSP World Championship wave tour.
Having Sportif on board organising my flights has meant that I can concentrate on my training and getting my boards and kites ready for the first tour stop. The One Eye Pro being held at the fabulous Indian Ocean Resort at Le Mourne, Mauritius. I cannot thank them enough and look forward to working with Sportif more in the future. If you want to come and spectate or ride amongst the best wave kiters in the world then Sportif are doing a special deal for the event, but spaces are limited so be quick. If Septembers not a good time for you to go away, check out their website for holidays to all of the top watersports destinations in the world with the markets leaders in sports holidays- Sportif. www.sportif.travel SPECIAL TRAVEL OFFER 9 nights All Inclusive 21 Sept – 01 Oct 11. WAS £1695 NOW £1495 (£200 OFF!)* *Book by 31 August 2011. Subject to availability. Price includes return flights from UK, transfers and twin share accommodation on All Inclusive Basis. LAND ONLY package (without flights) available. Tel: +44(0)1273 844919 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +44(0)1273 844919 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Email: info@sportif.travel I would also like to thank- North Kiteboarding, Queens Basement Hair & Beauty and the BKSA for helping towards the cost of entrance fees and lodgings in Mauritius. Stay tuned to www.leepasty.co.uk and www.kspworldtour.com for all the news and updates from Mauritius and the rest of the Tour. Let’s show the world what wave riding with a kite is all about! I am open to offers of sponsorship for the next KSP tour stop in Peru in October; help me to fly the flag for the UK and Cornwall, competing on one of the longest waves in the world. Email: lee@leepasty.co.uk Stay safe and have fun! Lee We are now taking bookings for our 1st Wave of the winter. Be quick as the holiday is limited to 6 people to ensure a personal and rewarding wave coaching holiday. Details on the Holidays page but the general gist is, we will be staying at the 5* all inclusive Riu hotel on Sal within walking distance of Ponta Preta. each morning lee will assess the conditions with a surf, all welcome to join and then we will head off to the best spot for coaching before returning for an evening session at ponta preta.
Flights and hotel booked with Thomson. Don't delay and book in for your best kitesurfing holiday ever. We will also be running wave clinics at Gwithian in Cornwall this Autumn. 2012 demo gear from North will also be available to test. cheers lee The Pasty Cup 2011 sponsored by Skinners Brewery is almost here. Pre register by 15th June to receive a free pasty for luch on saturday. email lee@pastyadventures.co.uk for a reg form. Pasty Cup Penzance 18-19 June 2011 Kitesurf Course Racing & Long Distance Course Racing for the Pasty Cup, part of the BKSA South West Cup Presented by Pasty Adventures Sponsored by Skinners Brewery Part of Golowan Festival 2011 Venue - Penzance Registration – North Tent, West end of Long Rock Car park 9-10am Sat 18th June Cost - £20 you must be a member of the BKSA Schedule both days- 10.30 am race briefing 11.30 First start 1.30-2.30 Lunch 2.30 Long Distance Race Brief 3pm Long Distance start Racing will take place off Penzance promenade. Riders will launch and land at Long Rock. Cash Prize fund and great prizes for Top 5 Long Distance Race Will run on both days, 18 & 19th June as long as wind is a suitable direction and Force 4+ Registration - 2-2.30pm both days in North Tent, West end of Long Rock Car Park Open to all members of Kernow Kitesurf Club You must hand in your BKSA card stating you are a KKC member at registration and collect it as soon as you return to the beach. Loads of prizes- 1st Overall, 1st TT, 1st surfboard, 1st Lady and more. BBQ Saturday 18th, Long Rock Beach We are having a bbq straight after the racing on Saturday around 5.30pm. There will be a big gas bbq to use but to make life easy it is bring your own food and Morrisons is just round the corner. Loads of free beer will be on hand thanks to Skinners! Supported by: North Kiteboarding, Kiteworld, 9 Bar, Kernow Kitesurf Club, Freeriders, West Country Watersports, Lodey, Penlee Lifeboat, BKSA, Kitesurf magazine |
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