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by monkeymanmike
Wed Jul 29, 2015 11:47 am
Forum: Kiteboarding Discussion
Topic: FOUND: Kiteboard
Replies: 4
Views: 2535

bump
by monkeymanmike
Mon Jul 13, 2015 4:05 pm
Forum: Kiteboarding Discussion
Topic: FOUND: Kiteboard
Replies: 4
Views: 2535

FOUND: Kiteboard

Upon further inspection I noticed a name and # on the board. It turns out the original owner (in Seattle) sold it a couple of years ago to a guy in Bellingham.
I'm looking for opinions on how long I should hold off before putting this kiteboard up for sale (all proceeds will be donated to BWD).
by monkeymanmike
Wed Oct 17, 2012 1:55 pm
Forum: Windsurfing Discussion
Topic: Windsurfing Sidney
Replies: 9
Views: 2818

Windsurfing in Sidney

If you are looking for year round sailing, you'll need big gear. I've sailed a few times at the north end of Lochside before Mctavish with mediocre results. Again IV is too close to ignore. For Westerlies, Pat Bay can be up and down alot, but not so noticeable with bigger gear. Watch for float plane...
by monkeymanmike
Mon Jun 25, 2012 5:13 pm
Forum: The Rigging Area
Topic: All Users of Pat Bay please take note:
Replies: 7
Views: 2489

pat bay webcam

Here is a useful link for pat bay users :
http://www.islandnet.com/~jor/patbay/
by monkeymanmike
Wed Jun 13, 2012 10:46 am
Forum: Directions to Island Sailing Spots
Topic: Westerly sailing spots for begineers
Replies: 17
Views: 12049

Just my 2 cents worth as I am not a kiter, but I would not recommend learning to kite at Pat Bay simply because of the float planes. Last week when I was windsurfing there on a westerly, a float plane approached for a landing from the north end of the bay, flew parallel to the road and landed at the...
by monkeymanmike
Tue Jun 05, 2012 8:39 pm
Forum: The Rigging Area
Topic: All Users of Pat Bay please take note:
Replies: 7
Views: 2489

All Users of Pat Bay please take note:

During a much needed rest at the beach at Pat Bay today, I was visited by an RCMP officer AND an Airport Commissionaire. They were concerned that the sailors, (3 or 4 kiters, plus myself, the lone windsurfer :shock: ) were venturing to far south into the float planes flight path. Truly, I don't beli...
by monkeymanmike
Tue Mar 08, 2011 8:52 pm
Forum: The Rigging Area
Topic: Island View CRD
Replies: 46
Views: 12154

For those unable to attend (like myself)

http://www.crd.bc.ca/_contact/?l=islandview_response

This is a brief questionnaire found in the CRD newsletter. It could really add some strength in numbers from the wind community.
by monkeymanmike
Wed Jun 02, 2010 6:17 pm
Forum: Windsurfing Discussion
Topic: Board Repair
Replies: 14
Views: 3097

Board repair

Blackline Marine in Sidney repaired my board a couple of years ago.
by monkeymanmike
Wed May 05, 2010 7:30 am
Forum: Windsurfing Discussion
Topic: Boom found at Pat Bay.
Replies: 6
Views: 2219

Boom found at Pat Bay

Yes, I know who drives a green Element, and was windsurfing at Pat Bay on May 3... it's me! However, the boom is not mine. :shock:
by monkeymanmike
Mon Nov 02, 2009 4:02 pm
Forum: The Rigging Area
Topic: How we use the University of Washington Wind Model
Replies: 226
Views: 85412

Using the model

I'm what you might call a "weekend warrior" when it comes to windsurfing, but I frequently use the model and try to plan my "weekend" accordingly. I find it a much more reliable source than EC, and the details are unsurpassed. It would be a huge loss to loose access to this signi...
by monkeymanmike
Tue Apr 28, 2009 12:31 pm
Forum: Windsurfing Discussion
Topic: Board Repair
Replies: 4
Views: 1459

You could also try Blackline Marine in Sidney, they did a "stand-up" job on my board last year.
by monkeymanmike
Sat Jun 21, 2008 3:17 pm
Forum: News
Topic: Island View Weather Station and Webcam
Replies: 41
Views: 26400

I have a post hole digger if that helps, however, I work early mornings on the weekend :shock: ....afternoon??
by monkeymanmike
Wed May 21, 2008 11:14 pm
Forum: Windsurfing Discussion
Topic: Board Repairs
Replies: 4
Views: 1460

Board Repairs

I did a number on my Carve 99, shearing open the tip :cry: . Can anyone recommend a repair shop as I am not equipped nor experienced to handle this one. Thanks, Mike
by monkeymanmike
Fri Oct 26, 2007 5:52 pm
Forum: News
Topic: BWD Site Fundraiser: KA Sails Auction
Replies: 52
Views: 14054

I agree with what Johnny said!