LuigiKiter said..




lol its 90% dudes, no thanks.

Dave Whettingsteel said..




From memory 20-25% of registrations were female for both events. They just don't waste their time on this very male-centric message board.

Not sure about bowls, always said to my better half, that if she caught me getting keen on bowls, it was time to load the shotty and point in my direction.

Sauce said..








Juddy is spot on - We have both had a crack at organising kitestock in the past and still have the scars.

Ask Cauncy if he even got to kite last year?

I'm happy to have an excuse to book a trip like this, I just cant find the time these days (which is a sh&t reflection on modern life) and I'm happy to pay for the privilege of someone facilitating the excuse for me!

PS - Love that bowls idea.

cauncy said..





Swore I wouldn't do it this year for 3 rd time, I logged my hrs at over 250, shut my buisness for a few days to make sure I'd done everything reqd , was a huge headache didn't sleep properly stressing over safety requirement for event sanctioning, but we need an annual event, I'm going to ask KA and Kwa for some involvement this year , the young crew at kwa have done great things recently
priorities are
youth section
girls section
fun comps aka body drag comp
dwinders
running waves comp at the point break or locally
dinner at illegal tender rum distillery or another movie night from Eppo's private collection
Dont forget katerinas help
rob Smallwood, shire staff
volunteers Slsc ,dave Whettingsteel for getting some funds. Safety jet ski, sea rescue for mother vessel, land support, bbq boys rego girls, etc etc etc
we did the gig as a non for profit on really limited funding , it looks like we might have some more possibly this year which will help to make a better gig, if you think you can assist get on board,
cheers mick

FoS said..

Not sure what I can do from the frozen south -
The Idea of water that is about 12 degrees and daily temps well above 10 and overnights that stay positive are keeping me warm at the moment.

FoS said..
I really appreciate everything you guys/gals are doing to make this happen

Intending to get there this year after missing last year, and I wont be travelling with Poley's this time.

Not sure what I can do from the frozen south -
The Idea of water that is about 12 degrees and daily temps well above 10 and overnights that stay positive are keeping me warm at the moment.

THE PIN PULLER said..





Loving the idea of some pork saussys for breakfast ??

THE PIN PULLER said..





Loving the idea of some pork saussys for breakfast ??

s_h_a_n_o said..
Been to both Windfests, loved them both.

The main draw for me is the downwinder - as a city slicker, it's not something I'd ordinarily be game or get the chance to do. I understand the main costs of the event go to insurance, and the DW support.

Centralising the event on the beach seems like a good suggestion. Maybe get in touch with Tim Turner and see if you can get hold of the big Red Bull tent he uses for the Lighthouse to Leighton? (Personally I like the timing btw, as Windfest has been my way of getting km's into my legs before the L2L which is usually a few weeks later). Big tent, couple of speakers, tunes, announcements etc. Let the surf cub run a sausage sizzle down there as well? Having a shady spot for preso's would be good, I know I was starting to wilt a bit on the final morning last year.

I'm not so keen on the bar idea, I've never really been a big fan of mixing booze and playing in the ocean. If people want to BYO in their vehicles, that's one thing, but providing a bar seems like taking on a whole heap of additional risk for very little gain.

The support vehicle running people down to the point for the mini-DW'ers back up the beach was a great idea, reckon that would be worth keeping, have it scheduled to run every hour or something (was this already a thing?).

Try and establish designated events area, request general free-ride kiters keep it clear.
- Could then maybe also use it for little mini-coaching clinics as well (eg, 1300-1400 - Frontrolls. Someone competent will talk through the basics on the beach, then stand and observe, offer tips for anyone who wants them?)

Info sessions, maybe run by different vendors - how to tune your lines, inspection/general maintenance of your bar & lines, how to/why have different footpad setups, demo on how to clean/maintain the clickbar, etc

Spotters prizes/crowd nominations for designated prizes (biggest stack, most radical move, highest boost, best carve/slash, etc). Could also incorporate Woo scores for those who have them? Have chalkboards for each, that people can update with nominations throughout the event.

Random mini-comps is also not a bad idea. Cash in on Kevin Langerees body dragging comp? The impromptu kite-pumping comp on the final morning also seemed like a hit. "Can you kite it?" - prize for the silliest item kited out and back (esky lid, inflatable flamingo, water skis, etc).

The drive-in movie/paella night I thought was great, is a nice family-friendly thing to put on. Reckon thats definitely worth keeping in the schedule.

Overall, I think it's priced about right for the chance to get up there, demo some gear I otherwise wouldn't get a chance to, do the DWer, and generally kite and chillout with friendly crew somewhere I don't usually get to. I'd consider paying extra for a Windfest rashie instead of a tshirt also.

shi thouse said..




I still find that picture very disturbing every time I scroll past it.....

cauncy said..






Swore I wouldn't do it this year for 3 rd time, I logged my hrs at over 250, shut my buisness for a few days to make sure I'd done everything reqd , was a huge headache didn't sleep properly stressing over safety requirement for event sanctioning, but we need an annual event, I'm going to ask KA and Kwa for some involvement this year , the young crew at kwa have done great things recently
priorities are
youth section
girls section
fun comps aka body drag comp
dwinders
running waves comp at the point break or locally
dinner at illegal tender rum distillery or another movie night from Eppo's private collection
Dont forget katerinas help
rob Smallwood, shire staff
volunteers Slsc ,dave Whettingsteel for getting some funds. Safety jet ski, sea rescue for mother vessel, land support, bbq boys rego girls, etc etc etc
we did the gig as a non for profit on really limited funding , it looks like we might have some more possibly this year which will help to make a better gig, if you think you can assist get on board,
cheers mick

alverstone said..




Mate, Get in touch with TourismWA and the local MP. The Govt is making a lot of noise about events and tourism in the regions. Get them to pull their weight. You've done a cracking job - time for others.

alverstone said..




Mate, Get in touch with TourismWA and the local MP. The Govt is making a lot of noise about events and tourism in the regions. Get them to pull their weight. You've done a cracking job - time for others.

cauncy said.. its hard to find a pristine coast with limited population like WA, we're on the wind and water lovers bucket list worldwide , that I know

ReefWalker said..
Been pretty quiet on the MWWF front.
It's not very long to go now, thought there would be a bit of chatter.
Is it still on?

Beaner said..
Heyya Mick,

Just touching base to see if MWWF 2019 is still a go 'offically'.

I understand this year has been met with some unexpected challenges, if its not going ahead in an offical capacity ( which I'm sure you would be gutted but not without much tirless effort on your part) I'd still be keen to hear if others have been chatting to you about popping up the same dates regardless, and enjoying the stoke on the back beach?

Eitherway, I do thank you for your effect and passion to kick something off, I had a blast last year, hopefully this message comes across the right way...

Love ya work.

Beaner.