DC 15M & 132 FLX

[Kenny]

Feeling a lot of love for DC. Great afternoon with Timp in the background. Wind was a bit up and down, so I rigged big and didn't have to do any swimming or walking. Love the poltergusts that rip through there. I only caught a couple, but I love how they rip you up so high, landing them is tough as they usually are followed by a nice lull that allows you to fall like a bowling ball. Saw a fair number of sailors. I am guessing the best wind occurred before I got there late in the afternoon. There was a young couple that are newbie windsurfers. Looked like they were getting some rides and having fun in the shallows. Left around 6:30 and went to the Heber Farmers Market. Great market, very low-key with some good eats.

[JimSouthwick]

We polesurfers were VERY impressed, especially by the range of the Flysurfer. The wind was, indeed, steadier earlier on, with the best conditions being from about 2 to 3. The polesurfer contingent consisted of Judy Collins (5.0, I think), Mike Hill (6.0), George Ward (6.6), Ted Bird (7.5!), me (6.0), Patrick and the young couple you mentioned. It was quite cold last night (about 40); wonder if that was a factor in generating the wind?

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[Kenny]

Jim,

Yes, the newer kites have a lot more range. It also helped when I went in and grabbed a larger board mid-session. We had a moderately strong south blowing through the SLC Valley today. I figured that enhanced the wind somewhat at DC. The forecast for tomorrow looks like a bit stronger south.

[Johnny Maw]

What time should I show up @ DC? I have a 16m & 142 (195lbs).
Thx, Johnny

[Kenny]

Johnny,

I am sorry, I did not see your post until today. You didn't miss anything by not going yesterday (Friday). Wind was blowing 10 - 30. It was difficult to determine the right kite size.