Well crew, unfortunately not too much to report this week due to some persistent rain in the wake of cyclone Charlotte which also sucked up all our wind. We should also note here that with us all being spoiled here in Agnes Water with consistent blue skies and clear waters as soon as the grey overcast weather sets in we get a bit lethargic and head for the video store.

The 14th, 15th, and 16th saw us on the couch with action flicks, reviewing our home brand kite movies to get tips from each others techniques, seeing where we can improve our moves and laughing at our wipeouts.

Holly came out for her last lesson on the 17th, getting up on the board a few times and gaining the confidence she needed before heading back to Western Australia where we sincerely hope she will continue to practice her moves and find some good kiteboarding crew to fly the Western Beaches with.

Sunday the 18th found us back in the Deepwater National Park with a huge crew, Richie, Jerry, Luke, Alan, Cedric all enjoying the 20-25 knot Sou’easterly getting in some good jumps, Bradley on rental gear continuing his training , Craig working on his form and getting some good rides and Kieran getting his final lesson, up on the board with ease, finding his groove, he’s off and flying.

We stayed local on the 19th at Agnes Water Main Beach in a cruisy 15-20 knot sou’easterly with Scott from Brisbane joining us to check out the scene.

Hoping for the Northerlies to return over the next few days and the skies to clear before the couch sores start festering.

BRING ON THE WIND!!!

We are happy to say that the dynamite wind conditions are continuing and with the cyclone activity in the North things look set to be lively around here for some time.

Commiseration’s to all those up North who are suffering from the flooding and torrential rains from Cyclone Charlotte but the silver lining is fantastic conditions for us further south.

A huge week was had by all who took to the skies in Agnes Water and surrounds, some excellent results from new students and great progress made by our regulars.

Bernadette accompanied us to Wreck Rock in Deepwater National Park with her Xmas present gift voucher from hubby Dean (he’s a keeper) and was our first student not to drop the kite once! ….AND was body dragging in a 2metre swell by the end of her two hour session. Nice work Bernadette!.

Wednesday bought some serious winds which forced us to cancel our lessons and provided some down time for the boys to check the gear and shipshape the boat (and drink beer).

On Thursday the 8th we headed to Middle Creek in Eurimbula National Park with Monte (a friend and experienced kite surfer from Noosa) and Luke, and discovered a new lagoon that is perfect for the newbies to try out their skills in a less challenging environment. The boys made the most of the smooth 15 knots Sou’Easterlies with some cruisy rides.

Friday saw us return to Middle Creek with Bradley on the 11metre bandit and Holly coming out for her second lesson in 15-20 knots in tough conditions and getting up on the board a few times - you’re almost there girl!

Entrance of Eurimbula NP.

Driving through the sandy-rocky dirt track of Eurimbula NP.

Holley and her instructor setting up in middle creek.

This is how you launch safely !!

Saturday we took 4 more people to experience the great location of Middle Creek and with the 15-20 sou’easterlies continuing Kieran was up on the board a few times - Laura and Martin came along for a 3hour group lesson, spotting kangaroos on the way home through the Eurimbula National Park - and Jimmy from Holland came out to try some new gear and was mightily impressed with the easy relaunching capability of the 10 metre Banditos.

Sunday saw us back at Wreck Rock with Daniel from Switzerland for 2.5 hours in perfect conditions who was successfully body dragging in a 2metre swell. He also came up with an important tip to pass onto your friends - best to keep your mouth shut while body dragging in a 2metre swell……duh…

With the perfect conditions of the day Cedric couldn’t resist a solo downwinder all the way to Agnes Water Main Beach which he pulled off in under an hour - stopping at Springs Beach on the way to enjoy some waves with the surfers who were out there. We also met Jerry from Germany out there who has decided to stay a few days to enjoy our range of dynamite locations while the wind is up.

Monday the 12th we surfaried back to Deepwater National Park and accessed the beach through private property which gave us the opportunity to cruise the beach in king tides (a bit exciting) and also try out the argo (amphibious vehicle) in varied conditions. With 2 students (Daniel and Craig) getting up on their boards in the perfect flat water and smooth winds - Jerry showing us some of his fancy back roll loops and some nice rileys and Bradley (who has progressed beautifully), riding upwind with nice transitions and starting to jump in just a few weeks of kiting a fantastic day on the water was had by all.

4WDing through the DeepWater NP.

Nice and smooth sandy dirt tracks !

An exceptional kite location !

Craig on his unreal Argo …

Student setting up their kite !

Waves on one side and flat water on the other side … just perfect !

The cherry on the cake coming back to town !!!

We also had the cherry on the cake on the return trip, finishing the day spotting a sea turtle returning to the water after laying her eggs and having a great BBQ beachside - go the Aussie traditional feast!!

We have been inundated with enquiries through the Marina offices of the Larc and 1770 Seaquest and would like to thank them for their continued help and support .

ATTENTION ALL FLYERS!!! Keep checking our website for further information on the development of some exciting new kitesurfari camping tours in the works.

Hi all,

We finished off the year 2008 with a bang. Top notch Northerly winds provided our students with excellent conditions to try out their emerging skills as flyers.

Alexei had a 2.5 hour private lesson and was up on the board quick smart in 15 knot winds and clear blue skies in Bustard Bay.

The next day saw Richard from BrisVegas spend 3 hours in consistent 15 knot winds at low tide cruising the 1770 Sandbar and Bustard bay. Richard proved to be a quick learner and unfortunately had to return to Brisbane where we hope he will continue on with his speedy progress.

Holly and Alison came out on another picture perfect day to try their hand at kiting and thoroughly enjoyed body dragging in the lagoon in primo high tide 18knot conditions. Holly picked up the basics quicky and sounds like she will be back for more - certainly a great way to perve on some hot guys while getting fit and working out the adrenal glands.

Craig from Freckles Bar and Grill finished the year with Bradley and Alexei, flying Bustard Bay and the Sandbar in 15 knot winds at high tide until a huge black cumuli nimbus cloud crept over and stole their wind.
The “Boat” suffered a minor injury but thankfully was on the ramp at the time. All fixed for the next day back in action.

Luke and Cedric put aside their better judgment (drowned it actually) and went on a smashed mission just after dawn on new years day trying to sweat out their new years eve consumption and keen to start out the year in the right way - kiting, kiting, kiting. All hail the beer drunken fools on kites. Do not try this at home!!!

Denyam and Justin and Cookie (an experienced flyer and IKO instructor) came out for a few hours in 15-20 knot Sou’Easterly gusts providing some good challenges to the boys. Cookie fired up our brand-spankin’ 10 m banditos which I’m sure helped to make him look good.

Cedric blew out on a solo mission in intense 30+ winds in overhead waves to test himself, our nerves and his sphincter muscles, he made it back safely to shore, which was great because we were certainly not going to launch the boat to save him!!!\

Maurice had his first lesson at local haven Springs beach and did a great job of body dragging in the persistent swell.

Luke Cedric and Alan also took a cruise to Tannum sands, chatting to some locals who informed us that there were no teachers in their area and we are hoping to hook them up with some weekend Surfaris to Tannum Sands and Turkey Beach to spread the Kitesurfing Culture to the surrounding areas.

We have had to cancel a few lessons this week in deference to the gusty Sou’easterlies but easing winds over the next few days will see us flying the friendly skies again.

I would just like to say how grateful we all are to be on this kitesurfing journey. There seem to be NO unhappy customers in this game. Everyone who comes out with us has a blast and a good number come out again and again. A few people have bought their own gear or hired ours and tagged along on some cruisy outings. Thanks to all for your continued support and fun loving adventurous spirits.

A few sales of our rashies should see our logo out on the streets soon…..

Wowser!! With primo conditions over the last week we have seen more action than Brad Pitt at a debutante ball!!

We are pleased to see what seems to be the beginning of Agnes Water and the Town of 1770 emerging as a kitesurfing location not to be missed. With fully equipped kitesurfing backpackers rocking into town and hitting the 1770 Sandbar and Agnes Water Main Beach, enjoying the uncrowded skies and taking full advantage of the consistent winds and exhilarating wave action the word will soon be out.

Experienced kiters, Bryan and Lucas, came up from Noosa to check out the area and with top winds and some decent waves they showed their stuff and had a blast!

Sunday saw us out a full day adventure in Middle Creek (Eurimbula National Park) with seven of us hitting the skies. Richie headed out on his first “downwinder” from 1770 to Middle Creek, accompanied by Cedric, kiting for over an hour in 25 knots winds and a bruiser of a swell and he didn’t cry once!

Bradley and Simon were out there again, training in the strong winds and gnarly chop while Luke (IKO Instructor from Brisvegas) carved it up and showed us some moves.

We also had Craig from Freckles join us for a 2.5hr private lesson (another one bites the dust) with his infectious enthusiasm inspiring us all.

Rod from Mackay joined us also, trying out the paces on his new kite and was suitably impressed with the location, location, location.

After covering all bases in ability and conditions in an intense one-day venture, the ride home was filled with tall stories, giant grins and sore muscles. WE WANT MORE!!

Gift Certificates are flying out the door for Xmas surprises - hope you are one of the lucky ones to see our logo when you unwrap your goodies!

I will start today by apologizing for a lack of up-to-date information as an action-packed crazy busy two weeks in the land of 1770 has rendered my blogging non-existent.

I hope my fellow kite-surfing junkies will understand that when the wind is here we are usually not behaving normally but are lost in the world of waves and kites, and for those of you that are not yet hooked, you too, will soon learn forgiveness.

Big highlight of the week was the much anticipated arrival of the Earthrace Vessel in the Town of 1770.

I managed to launch off the 1770 sandbar in light winds and get far enough off-shore to fly alongside the futuristic, bio-fueled, zero carbon footprint batmoboat and give the Kiwis a kitesurfing welcome.

Kudos to Bradley and Simon, who were staying at the local hot spot Cool Bananas, who battled through sore muscles and became independent Level III kite surfers in just 7-8 hours. Great chops you guys.

Jess and Brian joined us from Melbourne for a brief lesson but ended up staying in Agnes Water for three days to continue their kite-surfing experience in the beautiful Eurimbula Creek, part of Eurimbula National Park.

Thanks to Arielle for her praise and support of our methods - Arielle said she learnt more in her private 2.5 hour lesson with us than in a previous 5 hour session spent elsewhere.

Two lovey-dovey honeymooners stopped by for a night of fun and VJ (hubby) got out with us on the kites and lo and behold 1 night turned into three….KITESURFING WIDOWS MADE HERE!!!! Home-wrecking a honeymoon is a new record for us.

New shirts, rashies and singlets for men and women are on their way in time for Christmas - (as if you don’t look cool enough when you’re kitesurfing already). So…keep an eye out. Rashis selling for $ 50, Singlet selling for $ 35, and T-shirt for $ 30 … all sizes … for women and mens !

More soon (I promise) but the wind is up and I must awaaaaaaayyyyyyy……..

An action packed weekend was had by all in primo conditions in the 1770 Estuary and sandbar with several newcomers to the sport on our introductory package, repeat clients honing their skills and bonding with their new gear and more one-2-one instruction providing excellent results.

Saturday bought us five new international kiters from Germany, Sweden and Israel on our special introductory backpacker package…($50 for an hours instruction on trainer kites and body dragging)….
with excellent results from everyone. Two of these latest converts returned on sunday for another session to make it up on the board….in only two hours instruction…well done!!

Ritchie spent some time bonding with his new gear and is now riding both sides and is considered an independent kiteboarder already…after only four sessions with no prior experience or training but a high level of commitment and determination no doubt aiding his quick results….way to go Ritchie!!!

Local builder, Kieran Gibson had his first two hour session, achieving top results in kite control and body dragging.

Utilising our new Headzone helmets which provide constant contact with the flyer we are finding that the learning curve has significantly increased with superb results and maximum bang for your buck.

Nicholas was flying a 13metre kite in less than ideal conditions and had his first kiteboard ride at Agnes Water Main Beach……nice work!!

Even without the beautiful National Park Views, crystal clear waters and natural beauty of the 1770 Headland and Round Hill Creek, with consistent northerly winds in the 1770 Estuary and the easy launching conditions of the sandbar with safe shallow water surrounds we are blessed with the best conditions you could wish for, for beginners and experienced kiteboarders alike.

November 18, 2008

Since we have been up and running, our first student is up, up and away. In an intense three hour session, Richie, with the help of our Headzone helmets containing two-way radio communication, managed to achieve getting up on the board and is now hooked. Richie has been training at the 1770 Sandbar and in Middle Creek. With the purchase of his first kiteboard and harness (second hand but in fantastic condition) you can expect to see him carving up the water in no time.

Nicholas, another new student, also trained on the 1770 sandbar and, in less than ideal conditions, flew the trainer kite superbly, learned about safety and flew a 14metre bow kite and is looking forward to his next opportunity to fly with Kitesurf1770!

Alan Walters has passed his Level One IKO Instructors Exam and is ready to hit the skies.

The wind has been consistent and we are excitedly anticipating the arrival of some supreme northerly winds so prepare for action. We are also about to receive our National Parks and Great Barrier Reef Islands permit so there will be no stopping us!

Get on board and come and learn to fly with Kitesurf1770!

Imagine the thrill of flying a giant kite while carving through waves then being suspended….hanging in the sky against a backdrop of natural native bush-land and crystal clear water.

With Kitesurf1770 - Agnes Water’s newest extreme sporting adventure this dream can come true!!!

With the arrival of our permits to operate locally on Agnes Water Main Beach, 1770 Estuary sandbar and surrounding areas including local Rules Beach, Jenny Lyn and Pancake Creek, we are off and flying!

SPECIAL XMAS OFFER - for the first five callers - we are offering a “trainer kite/introduction” lesson for $ 265 .- (normal retail for that kite is $ 320 .-) and we will throw in a 90 min introductory powerkite lesson for FREE. Availability is restricted … so be quick !

Kitesurf1770 is the brainchild of Cedric Schmidt, local photographer/graphic artist and extreme sport enthusiast. Since first being introduced to the sport Cedric has been following the wind up and down the coast for the supreme rush of being airborne over waves in some of the most pristine stretches of coastline available on the East Coast.

Our team of certified instructors have completed their IKO Instructor training in various locations around the world, and with the on-shore prevailing winds of the area Cedric saw an opportunity to share his passion and commitment to the sport with others who share his love of the ocean and want to experience the challenge of learning to fly.

Kitesurfing is a sport that can be enjoyed by all age groups and levels of fitness and to accomodate, Kitesurf1770 offers several different packages for learning to kite-surf, from an introductory group lesson to intensive one-on-one training covering all levels from beginner to advanced with full certification available.

We pride ourselves on offering a safe and secure environment for you to gain the confidence to achieve results quickly and to ensure your optimum enjoyment of the learning process AND with the recent purchase of Headzone coaching helmets we can give you immediate feedback and support throughout the training sessions to guarantee maximum bang for your buck.

All our instructors are IKO (International Kitesurfing Organisation) certified, providing friendly and professional service.

For further information about our package deals and the best way for you to give-it-a-go and enter the world of Kitesurfing visit www.kitesurf1770.com.au.

SPECIAL XMAS OFFER - for the first five callers - we are offering a “trainer kite/introduction” lesson for $ 265 .- (normal retail for that kite is $ 320 .-) and we will throw in a 90 min introductory powerkite lesson for FREE. Availability is restricted … so be quick !

Contact us on (07) 4962-0210 or 0422 806 235.

Today the 25th of October 2008 the wind is gone, no kitesurfing action today … just enjoying the beauty of a calm day … I wish i knew how to go fishing !
Forecast for the next few days is looking good …
We just purchased a new boat … hhhiiiiaaaa … freshyl washed … ready to go !

See you soon …