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cauncy said..

Emanjay said..
Hey Cauncy,
Thanks to yourself and others organsing. Good its in hands of kiters. Have you contacted Toby from Kiteforum at all? Long way from home but hey can only ask and he'd no dount add to the spectacle on tje beach. Myself and a few others have booked house in Gero just counting the months down. Feels like its gonna be a great thing, first of many years perhaps! Is appearance money really a thing for "pro" kiters???

Appears so,
the event is a non profit gig, if it were then the would be some money in the bank to attract the biggest names, Ruben Lenten sent his costings to attend, it'd be nice to see some brands support, after all we buy their gear, so not a big ask to send a brand rider

Just my opinion, but i think it stinks a little. The vibe you guys are creating feels perfect, laid back/fun/casual. If someone needs to be paid to come to promote their brand/s....stay home. No doubt there's lots of things your trying to incorporate that cost $

If anything big names should be contributing $ not the other way around. Just my opinion of course. I think Toby aka mr airstyle would struggle to hold onto his 18m Norths in proper West Aussie breeze, be awesome to see him try anyway :-) He could pay his airfare with Dvds sales on the beach after putting on a show for the crowd.

I agree, but most of my opinions have been shot down by bullies threatening violence previously.
Eppo, Cauncy?
Also Len10 should be thankful for the kiting communities donations and jump at the chance of giving back something to the sport and people who looked out for him and donated, that is the kiteboarding community. The same people who now continue to support him and his brand. I am fully stoked either way!
Also Dusta, it's funny how previously they shot down everything everyone ever said down n now play out to be cool guy's... Faaarkn UNBELIEVABLE..

Good luck with your ventures to all.

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Fly on da wall said..

Emanjay said..

cauncy said..

Emanjay said..
Hey Cauncy,
Thanks to yourself and others organsing. Good its in hands of kiters. Have you contacted Toby from Kiteforum at all? Long way from home but hey can only ask and he'd no dount add to the spectacle on tje beach. Myself and a few others have booked house in Gero just counting the months down. Feels like its gonna be a great thing, first of many years perhaps! Is appearance money really a thing for "pro" kiters???

Appears so,
the event is a non profit gig, if it were then the would be some money in the bank to attract the biggest names, Ruben Lenten sent his costings to attend, it'd be nice to see some brands support, after all we buy their gear, so not a big ask to send a brand rider

Just my opinion, but i think it stinks a little. The vibe you guys are creating feels perfect, laid back/fun/casual. If someone needs to be paid to come to promote their brand/s....stay home. No doubt there's lots of things your trying to incorporate that cost $

If anything big names should be contributing $ not the other way around. Just my opinion of course. I think Toby aka mr airstyle would struggle to hold onto his 18m Norths in proper West Aussie breeze, be awesome to see him try anyway :-) He could pay his airfare with Dvds sales on the beach after putting on a show for the crowd.

I agree, but most of my opinions have been shot down by bullies threatening violence previously.
Eppo, Cauncy?
Also Len10 should be thankful for the kiting communities donations and jump at the chance of giving back something to the sport and people who looked out for him and donated, that is the kiteboarding community. The same people who now continue to support him and his brand. I am fully stoked either way!
Also Dusta, it's funny how previously they shot down everything everyone ever said down n now play out to be cool guy's... Faaarkn UNBELIEVABLE..

Good luck with your ventures to all.

So far I've had 6 meeting of 160 klm round trip, 3 days off work
for the event, I spend approx 5/6 hrs per week emailing regards the event, I'll be taking 2 weeks off to do a load of logistics starting next week, I've personally commited 2 weeks off to escort pro riders and help promote their brands, collect them from airport(800)klm, help accomodate them, all at my cost, after the latest meeting with Geraldton events we've a big 2 months of organisation ,
I'm not making a cent from this, I'm doing it for our region,sport/ and enjoyment, my running cost for my household and business would be close to $9000 , per month,
What are you contributing scrotum??
7000+ have viewed this topic
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Great work getting this happening Mick and the rest of the crew.

We will be there for sure with Ozone, Core, Liquid Force and Ocean Rodeo gear as well as Axis, Firewire and some new Sunova surfboards.

I can also bring a Jet Ski if you think it will help ??

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West Oz Kite said..
Great work getting this happening Mick and the rest of the crew.

We will be there for sure with Ozone, Core, Liquid Force and Ocean Rodeo gear as well as Axis, Firewire and some new Sunova surfboards.

I can also bring a Jet Ski if you think it will help ??

A jet ski would be a great idea - if all the guns and 'keyboard warriors' are pushing past their limits..
It could possibly save someones life..

Cauncy - its a big job, dont be shy in asking us to help out, kiting is fun and helping each other out is what we do..
Ive got holidays the week before...
Perhaps on here or facebook - post a list of what you need help with and we can volunteer what we can manage

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SaveTheWhales said..

West Oz Kite said..
Great work getting this happening Mick and the rest of the crew.

We will be there for sure with Ozone, Core, Liquid Force and Ocean Rodeo gear as well as Axis, Firewire and some new Sunova surfboards.

I can also bring a Jet Ski if you think it will help ??

A jet ski would be a great idea - if all the guns and 'keyboard warriors' are pushing past their limits..
It could possibly save someones life..

Cauncy - its a big job, dont be shy in asking us to help out, kiting is fun and helping each other out is what we do..
Ive got holidays the week before...
Perhaps on here or facebook - post a list of what you need help with and we can volunteer what we can manage

I am unable to find the facebook event. This is going to be the best way to share around and get some real interest in the event. Do you have a link???

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Guys
We have plans to host a wind event here in the midwest at the end of november
It'll be a no/low cost event to all, we've already got some great ideas and criteria for the event
However were committed to make this an event a hit
Please feel free to comment on what would make you want to attend
I'll be posting updates on a regular basis and will soon be advertising on SB events
Hope to see you up here

Let me know if you need some help setting up the Seabreeze Event and Facebook Event pages, then I can send this out to other shops, kiteboarding groups etc. in WA :)

Heres the link
www.facebook.com/MidWest-WindFest-429099617451794/

Or

Just type Midwest Windfest in Facebook

Not Kitefest....

I have FaceBook and have now liked the page.

I am not too good with using FB so did not post on there, but is there anyway that sponsors and relevant parties can link into this so that they can promote what gear and the like that they are bringing up with them??

Hi guys, thanks for all the good vibes and offers of help, it's appreciated and I hope we can use them.

Just to lower expectations a little, Mick has set the dates and a roughy format, so now we are starting the process of event approvals from the City of Geraldton, Dept of Transport etc. This involves dealing with lots of forms and bureaucracy, but also insurance, risk management and maybe budget. So we wont be going too hard on the marketing and publicity front until we have these core things sorted and any showstoppers identified / resolved.

Fallback position is we just go kiting that weekend anyway and have a ball whatever!

Cheers

Dave

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Dave Whettingsteel said..
Hi guys, thanks for all the good vibes and offers of help, it's appreciated and I hope we can use them.

Just to lower expectations a little, Mick has set the dates and a roughy format, so now we are starting the process of event approvals from the City of Geraldton, Dept of Transport etc. This involves dealing with lots of forms and bureaucracy, but also insurance, risk management and maybe budget. So we wont be going too hard on the marketing and publicity front until we have these core things sorted and any showstoppers identified / resolved.

Fallback position is we just go kiting that weekend anyway and have a ball whatever!

Cheers

Dave

Hands up who wants to help dave with paperwork

Big thanks to dave whettingsteel , we've a fair few ditches to jump over for the event, but unfortunately that's the way it is today, we will certainly need a hand as things progress, if anyone is keen, either contact dave or myself,
Friday looks good??

Good on you Mick for giving it a go, Gero deserves this sort of event, one of the best spots in the world needs a kitesurfing get-together

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cauncy said..

Fly on da wall said..

Emanjay said..

cauncy said..

Emanjay said..
Hey Cauncy,
Thanks to yourself and others organsing. Good its in hands of kiters. Have you contacted Toby from Kiteforum at all? Long way from home but hey can only ask and he'd no dount add to the spectacle on tje beach. Myself and a few others have booked house in Gero just counting the months down. Feels like its gonna be a great thing, first of many years perhaps! Is appearance money really a thing for "pro" kiters???

Appears so,
the event is a non profit gig, if it were then the would be some money in the bank to attract the biggest names, Ruben Lenten sent his costings to attend, it'd be nice to see some brands support, after all we buy their gear, so not a big ask to send a brand rider

Just my opinion, but i think it stinks a little. The vibe you guys are creating feels perfect, laid back/fun/casual. If someone needs to be paid to come to promote their brand/s....stay home. No doubt there's lots of things your trying to incorporate that cost $

If anything big names should be contributing $ not the other way around. Just my opinion of course. I think Toby aka mr airstyle would struggle to hold onto his 18m Norths in proper West Aussie breeze, be awesome to see him try anyway :-) He could pay his airfare with Dvds sales on the beach after putting on a show for the crowd.

I agree, but most of my opinions have been shot down by bullies threatening violence previously.
Eppo, Cauncy?
Also Len10 should be thankful for the kiting communities donations and jump at the chance of giving back something to the sport and people who looked out for him and donated, that is the kiteboarding community. The same people who now continue to support him and his brand. I am fully stoked either way!
Also Dusta, it's funny how previously they shot down everything everyone ever said down n now play out to be cool guy's... Faaarkn UNBELIEVABLE..

Good luck with your ventures to all.

So far I've had 6 meeting of 160 klm round trip, 3 days off work
for the event, I spend approx 5/6 hrs per week emailing regards the event, I'll be taking 2 weeks off to do a load of logistics starting next week, I've personally commited 2 weeks off to escort pro riders and help promote their brands, collect them from airport(800)klm, help accomodate them, all at my cost, after the latest meeting with Geraldton events we've a big 2 months of organisation ,
I'm not making a cent from this, I'm doing it for our region,sport/ and enjoyment, my running cost for my household and business would be close to $9000 , per month,
What are you contributing scrotum??
7000+ have viewed this topic
with 1 knob end, guess who

i would suggest speaking to WAKSA , as much as people bag them they know who to contact and the best way to go about it . Funny how when you need help cauncy for the paperwork , no-one is willing to help out . It's a **** job , unpaid and takes alot of your time . All the best with it

Awesome job Mick! Can't believe we'll miss it as we moved to gusty and freezing VIC. I'll feed on the pics so make sure you post many! Cheers, Andy

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dusta said..

cauncy said..

Fly on da wall said..

Emanjay said..

cauncy said..

Emanjay said..
Hey Cauncy,
Thanks to yourself and others organsing. Good its in hands of kiters. Have you contacted Toby from Kiteforum at all? Long way from home but hey can only ask and he'd no dount add to the spectacle on tje beach. Myself and a few others have booked house in Gero just counting the months down. Feels like its gonna be a great thing, first of many years perhaps! Is appearance money really a thing for "pro" kiters???

Appears so,
the event is a non profit gig, if it were then the would be some money in the bank to attract the biggest names, Ruben Lenten sent his costings to attend, it'd be nice to see some brands support, after all we buy their gear, so not a big ask to send a brand rider

Just my opinion, but i think it stinks a little. The vibe you guys are creating feels perfect, laid back/fun/casual. If someone needs to be paid to come to promote their brand/s....stay home. No doubt there's lots of things your trying to incorporate that cost $

If anything big names should be contributing $ not the other way around. Just my opinion of course. I think Toby aka mr airstyle would struggle to hold onto his 18m Norths in proper West Aussie breeze, be awesome to see him try anyway :-) He could pay his airfare with Dvds sales on the beach after putting on a show for the crowd.

I agree, but most of my opinions have been shot down by bullies threatening violence previously.
Eppo, Cauncy?
Also Len10 should be thankful for the kiting communities donations and jump at the chance of giving back something to the sport and people who looked out for him and donated, that is the kiteboarding community. The same people who now continue to support him and his brand. I am fully stoked either way!
Also Dusta, it's funny how previously they shot down everything everyone ever said down n now play out to be cool guy's... Faaarkn UNBELIEVABLE..

Good luck with your ventures to all.

So far I've had 6 meeting of 160 klm round trip, 3 days off work
for the event, I spend approx 5/6 hrs per week emailing regards the event, I'll be taking 2 weeks off to do a load of logistics starting next week, I've personally commited 2 weeks off to escort pro riders and help promote their brands, collect them from airport(800)klm, help accomodate them, all at my cost, after the latest meeting with Geraldton events we've a big 2 months of organisation ,
I'm not making a cent from this, I'm doing it for our region,sport/ and enjoyment, my running cost for my household and business would be close to $9000 , per month,
What are you contributing scrotum??
7000+ have viewed this topic
with 1 knob end, guess who

i would suggest speaking to WAKSA , as much as people bag them they know who to contact and the best way to go about it . Funny how when you need help cauncy for the paperwork , no-one is willing to help out . It's a **** job , unpaid and takes alot of your time . All the best with it

Thanks Dusta,
We have had a heap of offers of help, including from WAKSA, all of which is very encouraging. The onus is on us now to get our **** together and lock it all in formally.

Cheers

Dave

Hey Cauncy, great to catch up with you over the phone. Buzz Kites will be there in full form and keen on meeting people in the game. We will have demo gear, Team rider and Ambassador rider, and Jon from WA KITESURFING ACADEMY attending. Now to organise somewhere to stay........

Hi Guys n Girls
Just a quick update on progression of the Midwest Windfest, after our meeting with the city of geraldton events dave whettingsteel has been flat out getting the required paperwork in place (dave your a F,,,,,,G ledgend), thanks to alex from kiteboarding australia and to WAKSA for the tips on reqd paperwork to host the event,
Ive been busy drumming up the brands and retailers, we have a great line up of brands
CORE KITES
OZONE KITES
BUZZ KITES
CRAZYFLY
FLYSURFER
LIQUID FORCE
SLINGSHOT
NORTH KITEBOARDING
SHINN KITEBOARDS
AXIS
DELTA
MYSTIC KITEBOARDING
EVOLVE ELECTRIC SKATEBOARDS
NAISH TBC
CABRINAH TBC
F ONE TBC
ZIAN TBC
EPIC TBC
We will also have retailers bringing their brands of SUP and other associated sports equipment,ill be working with geraldton and dongara slsc to provide safety and location for the event, also geraldton tourism office and caterers for the event,
If you have a buisness that would benefit yourselves and the event please jump on board
cheers and good winds MIDWEST WINDFEST BLOWVEMBER THE 24/25/26

OCEAN RODEO have just jumped on board, looking forward to it guys

Geraldton Visitors Centre have posted in the WA section offering help with accommodation for the event. They are more disciplined with their posting than we are!

www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Kitesurfing/Western-Australia/Midwest-Windfest?page=1#lastpost

Cheers

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Hi Guys n Girls
Just a quick update on progression of the Midwest Windfest, after our meeting with the city of geraldton events dave whettingsteel has been flat out getting the required paperwork in place (dave your a F,,,,,,G ledgend), thanks to alex from kiteboarding australia and to WAKSA for the tips on reqd paperwork to host the event,
Ive been busy drumming up the brands and retailers, we have a great line up of brands
CORE KITES
OZONE KITES
BUZZ KITES
CRAZYFLY
FLYSURFER
LIQUID FORCE
SLINGSHOT
NORTH KITEBOARDING
SHINN KITEBOARDS
AXIS
DELTA
MYSTIC KITEBOARDING
EVOLVE ELECTRIC SKATEBOARDS
NAISH TBC
CABRINAH TBC
F ONE TBC
ZIAN TBC
EPIC TBC
We will also have retailers bringing their brands of SUP and other associated sports equipment,ill be working with geraldton and dongara slsc to provide safety and location for the event, also geraldton tourism office and caterers for the event,
If you have a buisness that would benefit yourselves and the event please jump on board
cheers and good winds MIDWEST WINDFEST BLOWVEMBER THE 24/25/26

OCEAN RODEO have just jumped on board, looking forward to it guys

good work cauncy

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cauncy said..
Hi Guys n Girls
Just a quick update on progression of the Midwest Windfest, after our meeting with the city of geraldton events dave whettingsteel has been flat out getting the required paperwork in place (dave your a F,,,,,,G ledgend), thanks to alex from kiteboarding australia and to WAKSA for the tips on reqd paperwork to host the event,
Ive been busy drumming up the brands and retailers, we have a great line up of brands
CORE KITES
OZONE KITES
BUZZ KITES
CRAZYFLY
FLYSURFER
LIQUID FORCE
SLINGSHOT
NORTH KITEBOARDING
SHINN KITEBOARDS
AXIS
DELTA
MYSTIC KITEBOARDING
EVOLVE ELECTRIC SKATEBOARDS
NAISH TBC
CABRINAH TBC
F ONE TBC
ZIAN TBC
EPIC TBC
We will also have retailers bringing their brands of SUP and other associated sports equipment,ill be working with geraldton and dongara slsc to provide safety and location for the event, also geraldton tourism office and caterers for the event,
If you have a buisness that would benefit yourselves and the event please jump on board
cheers and good winds MIDWEST WINDFEST BLOWVEMBER THE 24/25/26

OCEAN RODEO have just jumped on board, looking forward to it guys

Don't forget Flow Kites I'm coming and bringing lots of gear to demo and maybe a kite to give away
Stay in touch

To Dave and Cauncy...well done fellas!!

Eppo will be FROTHING.............so much new gear to demo.
WOK will be relieved as he wont have to do so many trade-ins during the season.

Hopefully the national distributors and manufacturers realise the sales potential and support this event.

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Thanks to alex from kiteboarding australia and to WAKSA for the tips on reqd paperwork to host the event,
Ive been busy drumming up the brands and retailers, we have a great line up of brands

Mick's done all the hard work getting on the blower to 95% of the global kitesurf industry!!

Drew from WAKSA has been super helpful giving me a pile of risk management plans from previous events WAKSA has run. Will improve the event safety, help satisfy authorities that we are not all nuts, and made my work a lot easier.
Also Alex and now Declan from KA are being super helpful getting insurance nailed down. Wish my dayjob went as well!

Cheers

Quick update
Daves hard work on the paperwork side has seen
Kitesurfing Australia sanctioning and insuring the Midwest Windfest,
Thanks to Alex and Declan
from KA in assisting us to make this event happen
Midwest Windfest 24/25/26 blowvember, Geraldton West Aus
Looking forward to kiting and sharing a coldy with you all

good job cauncy . good to see KA has given you guidance and assistance. hoping to get up there, just waiting on permission from the grand master

KA have been great, and WAKSA.

We have the City of Gero approval now. Last ticks we have to get are the Dept of Transport (ocean events) and Shire of Chapman Valley for the post down-winder party at Corro. What could possibly go wrong? haha

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dusta said..
good job cauncy . good to see KA has given you guidance and assistance. hoping to get up there, just waiting on permission from the grand master

Dave is shidt hot a getting permits
However I think he'd struggle with that approval??

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cauncy said..

dusta said..
good job cauncy . good to see KA has given you guidance and assistance. hoping to get up there, just waiting on permission from the grand master

Dave is shidt hot a getting permits
However I think he'd struggle with that approval??

Sorry, can't talk 'Woman'.

Hi guys, I've been getting heaps of emails regarding accomadation
If you contact Geraldton visitors centre, they will direct you towards the type of accomadation you require, The event is planned for Slsc back beach or point Moore, both are real close to each other and have options close, worth noting is we are planning to end up at coronation beach after our big downwinders , a sunset session / food / tunes /and coldy,s are planned, there's a couple of options , camping here also
cheers

More great news, the shire of chapman valley has approved our event, the big downwinders from gero to coronation beach is ON
thanks to chapman valley shire and application guru dave Whettingsteel , everything is falling into place
Midwest Windfest , Blowvember 24/25/26 , Geraldton WA