9/18 DCIB

[JimSouthwick]

Largest turnout of poleboarders in recent memory, so many, if fact, that I'm bound to forget someone, so please don't be too offended. First on the water (I think) was Rob on a 6.5, followed closely by Lewis on a 9m. (Shawn may have already been out; he appears to have been the first to arrive at the beach.) And the cars kept pouring in. Not sure of the order of arrival, but sailors included Sarah & Linda, the Bradshaws, Josh, Mike Egan, Steve Nyhus, Dave O, John Dubock, George Ward, a couple of people I don't know, and probably some I just can't recall at the moment.

Windwise, it was a bit of a tease, rapidly building to the low twenties by 12:30, then relentlessly fading (with the occasional good gust) for the rest of the afternoon. Still, some good rides for most people, beautiful scenery, and great company. A very pleasant afternoon.

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[Josh Shirley]

Great classic DC windsurfing - ripschlog.
Warm air, warm water, lots of people.
Really great way to spend a Saturday afternoon.

Mike and I were turning tricks as usual.
We have been working on the sixteen light wind 360's.
Can anyone name all sixteen?
So if I can nail all 16 I get a merit badge at summer camp.

[Shawn Henderson]

Jim you rock. I had to leave early and as I derigged I watched in awe. I realize your on a formula board, but there is no way I could eek out so much plane time. I was slogging but Jim and a couple others have DC nailed down. I picked up some pointers from June? I think, on Friday. She is another one who looks like a pro out there. So much to learn... until then I suppose I will have to keep over rigging and hang on for dear life in the gusts.