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cauncy > 9 months ago, 18 May 2017

psychojoe

2239 posts

5 Jun 2017 3:28pm

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cauncy said..
ill be needing some design work for the event, anyone out there that can help?
cheers

Katie Kiter can do it.
Seriously, noone cares about the signage. Just set a date already so we can all book accommodation and time off work

cauncy

8407 posts

5 Jun 2017 8:04pm

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psychojoe said..

cauncy said..
ill be needing some design work for the event, anyone out there that can help?
cheers

Katie Kiter can do it.
Seriously, noone cares about the signage. Just set a date already so we can all book accommodation and time off work

One of the main draw cards has to run through his busy schedule with his promoter
wouldnt want to sacrifice that until he gives a date
wont be long now
cheers

Dave Whettingsteel

1397 posts

5 Jun 2017 9:03pm

Cool!! That will do it. On ya.

Robbo2099

751 posts

5 Jun 2017 11:07pm

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ReefWalker said..
Perhaps something to entice some newbies/less advanced?
I'm making stuff up as I type here:
* Maybe a session talking about the kiting spots around Gero - tips and hazards for some of the locations
* Sign-up for refresher sessions with instructors (not free of course, but perhaps "encouraging" pricing)
* Maybe a "your first downwinder session" where there are a few instructors/experienced kiters that are looking out for the newbies. Logistically and from a safety perspective this perhaps isn't possible, but maybe this concept could spark another idea from someone else...

Looking at the pics of the wide open beaches, it does look like an awesome place a relative newcomer to the sport (like me) could get some great runs in and technically progress a bit faster (than crowded Perth), all while meeting some new crew and sharing a couple of quiet beers :)

Great ideas ReefWalker! Lots of ways we could do all those and there are several downwinder options from super easy (like the Greenough River to Pt Moore trip) to the much longer Sunset to Coronation trip, while being long (22km) isn't really all that challenging (you can always hug the coast inside the reef if you want to avoid the waves); the idea of doing refresher sessions always goes over well -- in Sydney we used to do 'Season Openers' where we'd have a classroom session early morning before the wind came up and address things like advanced riding techniques; choosing a board; strapless riding; etc. Always booked out. And the idea of talking about all the spots around the area with tips, explanations and hazard alerts -- great suggestion!

Cauncy? Whadda ya reckon?

cauncy

8407 posts

6 Jun 2017 7:23pm

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Robbo2099 said..

Sorry for late reply
On my list of events I've got some mini boot camps for all levels,

cauncy

8407 posts

6 Jun 2017 7:26pm

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psychojoe said..

cauncy said..
ill be needing some design work for the event, anyone out there that can help?
cheers

Katie Kiter can do it.
Seriously, noone cares about the signage. Just set a date already so we can all book accommodation and time off work

I like that promo, not everyone reads SB, so having these at at participating and non participating kite shops and associated watersports outlets won't hurt

arloj

237 posts

7 Jun 2017 6:21pm

cauncy, be sure to hit up Garth the boys who frequent Sepo's, he can gather a few fellas for it. PM if you want contact details if you dont have them already

cauncy

8407 posts

7 Jun 2017 7:26pm

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arloj said..
cauncy, be sure to hit up Garth the boys who frequent Sepo's, he can gather a few fellas for it. PM if you want contact details if you dont have them already

Gero kite crew will be aware, not sure if they are involved, it will be advertised locally, especially if the council get in on the act, they seem very keen, but yeh, feel free to give his contact
cheers

NthScb

73 posts

7 Jun 2017 9:30pm

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DimitriEPIC said..
Hello guys.
Because of the demand on demoing the EPICKITES, I am considering on doing an Epic demo during the "Midwest Windfest". I've been in touch with Mr.Cauncy working on the details.
I plan to come down for 2 weeks in WA and do lots of demos on different kite spots and share my experience with any one who is interested.
So get ready for an Epic time.

If the screamer is as good as it sounds, I'll be buying one (or two). Could also be a good chance to hit some other spots as well.

NthScb

73 posts

7 Jun 2017 9:30pm

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If the screamer is as good as it sounds, I'll be buying one (or two). Could also be a good chance to hit some other spots as well.

EastCC

QLD

356 posts

9 Jun 2017 5:34pm

Dates yet?
cheap flights

SaveTheWhales

1900 posts

9 Jun 2017 5:03pm

Yes im wondering if because of Fifo work i might be stuck at work, depending on dates too.. the fifo life = miss out on everything possibly as usual.

It would be awesome and inspiring to see some Legendary kiters struttin their stuff !
East CC are you bringing O.R gear ?

EastCC

QLD

356 posts

9 Jun 2017 8:45pm

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SaveTheWhales said..
Yes im wondering if because of Fifo work i might be stuck at work, depending on dates too.. the fifo life = miss out on everything possibly as usual.

It would be awesome and inspiring to see some Legendary kiters struttin their stuff !
East CC are you bringing O.R gear ?

Yep, that's the plan

cauncy

8407 posts

9 Jun 2017 8:21pm

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EastCC said..
Dates yet?
cheap flights

Yo Nigel
Waiting for some set dates from riders , no point setting a date for the sake of it, then have them unable to attend, still working on mid to end of blowvember , hopefully got a couple of draw card riders
it's fun n games,

Adam'KiteRepair

NSW

331 posts

10 Jun 2017 8:40am

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cauncy said..

psychojoe said..

cauncy said..
ill be needing some design work for the event, anyone out there that can help?
cheers

Katie Kiter can do it.
Seriously, noone cares about the signage. Just set a date already so we can all book accommodation and time off work

I like that promo, not everyone reads SB, so having these at at participating and non participating kite shops and associated watersports outlets won't hurt

Sweet part of Marimbula Classic is the rockin artwork on the t shirts. you need merchandise that says you were there! Its also a good fundraiser

EastCC

QLD

356 posts

17 Jun 2017 6:12pm

Anything?
flights and hire is getting dearer every day longer

cauncy

8407 posts

19 Jun 2017 6:47pm

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EastCC said..
Anything?
flights and hire is getting dearer every day longer

Dimitri emailed me this morning, his promoter will be in touch shortly to give dates of his arrival,
I'll then work the windfest
around his visit/ mid /end blowvember,
I'm hoping a few visiting top riders will also attend
Thanks

dusta

2940 posts

20 Jun 2017 12:18pm

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cauncy said..

Robbo2099 said..

Sorry for late reply
On my list of events I've got some mini boot camps for all levels,

is eppo running the boot camps

psychojoe

2239 posts

7 Jul 2017 1:37pm

well Mike. You've officially left it too late to set a date. After weeks and weeks of my wife asking "has he set a date yet. is there a date yet". We now have plans for every weekend of November. That said, I'd be happy to ditch our plans for the first two weekends. And it would take a bit of doing, and cost me some money, but I'm willing to try and wrangle free of my commitments for the other weekends. Just hurry up and set a date.
I think I'm not alone in not caring about drawcard riders and other tassels. I just need a date.

Weta

893 posts

7 Jul 2017 7:32pm

HaHa that's Funny as Joe.

You should update the date on your flyer....... "To Keep My Wife Happy Cauncy ditched the Top Riders & Strong winds to run it in early November.......Plus it saved me some cash"

psychojoe

2239 posts

7 Jul 2017 7:54pm

That's gold Weta

cauncy

8407 posts

7 Jul 2017 8:06pm

Will post dates Sunday evening and a brief on planned events
cheers

cauncy

8407 posts

8 Jul 2017 9:01pm

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SaveTheWhales said..

cauncy said..
Sent dimitri from epic kites a pm
he's keen to attend and demo his gear if calendar is right
hoping to get a couple of pro riders to also attend
Some possible stiff competition
for the boosters amongst us
should be fun

That would be awesome to have Dimitri doing his air magic entertaining all the beach goers and making us look like weve just finished kite lessons haaa

He will definitely have to compete in the big event - K.O.A politics said he was too old to go big !
Dingos arzz - time to make things fair dingkum ! or we'll be watching too haaa

Perhaps see if Ruben might be available hes another Legend..

just had an email from ruben lenten also mark shinn, couple of kiting legends, however we will need some funding for ruben to attend the event, not a big ask if we get the numbers , ill be taking a few weeks off work soon to get stuck into the events organisation
cheers

cauncy

8407 posts

9 Jul 2017 8:55pm

hi, the proposed dates for the midwest windfest will be the 24/25/26 november, the aim of the event is a big fun social get together for kiters of all levels and their families, a no to low cost event, plenty of shop and brand participation, pro rider tutorials for all levels, kite equipment demos, associated sports demos and participation,low key comps, big air, race, wave, with a big focus on multiple downwinders to the iconic coros beach with sunset drinks, food and tunes,
Bring it on

psychojoe

2239 posts

9 Jul 2017 9:13pm

Perfect dates Cauncy.
That's how we'll celebrate my wife's birthday.
See you in Blowvember

touch107fm

78 posts

9 Jul 2017 9:35pm

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psychojoe said..
Perfect dates Cauncy.
That's how we'll celebrate my wife's birthday.
See you in Blowvember

+1 just saw this.. booking the dates in with the family..

See you there.

psychojoe

2239 posts

9 Jul 2017 9:35pm

I don't think anyone's seen your post Mike.
It was still pretty easy to get a place on air bnb

EastCC

QLD

356 posts

10 Jul 2017 10:33am

Merimbula is 23 - 26 as well.

beefarmer

328 posts

10 Jul 2017 1:01pm

Nice one Cauncy, see you all in blowvember in the midwest :)

Should be an absolute cracker at that time of year

Adam'KiteRepair

NSW

331 posts

10 Jul 2017 6:57pm

Ya, same time as mambo. Cant plan for everything. Probably wont hurt your numbers too bad. Non the less Ill have to pass. Hopefully in the furure the dates wont clash. I bet its a great event though! all the best!

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