TS bs5's, tootsie rolls, pete rose's and crow mobes.

Dont think there is that many "comming through to take the crown" however i could be wrong. most the people who are in opens have been kiting longer than andy hahaha.
I reckon Ben Windings will take it out, hes been around for a while though.

Zebs got it nailed this year I reckon.....

Another vote for Windings...

the winner will be the one who does the most spinny things while unhooked with kite below 45% wearing backless bindings and shorts over wetsuit

Sidewinder

who ever does the highest and most erect GENERAL

old school is the new New school. love it,well doneha ha he he ha ha he

so whats the new black??????????????

Easy.. Sir Rowdy hands down..

Yet another vote for Ben Winding.

winding for sure but if it was all about style i would probs already just giv it to rowdy
i want to no whos goin to win the cable comp we r goin to hav charl

If Andy isnt around then I reckon Abel has to be the outsider in with a chance.
Looking very slick lately. Bens got all the moves - sweet & smooth for sure - but Abels getting awful fast & powered. When he finishes with a powered landing hes as good as anyone.
But then I havent see the ES guys in a long time

It'll all come down to the 'steeze' and Sid tells me that for 09 fast & powered = bulk steeze.

(just an ignorant old onlookers 2c worth )

Another vote for savage gardener.

Are they running lunchtime heats

Yes Dave, the freeride will be have a Park focus with at least one kicker and a 12m A-Frame/Flat bar confirmed. We are hoping to have a few more rails made locally and be available come start day! The format for freeride will be as per previous Coconets, get out and ride and enjoy Tannum Sands!

However:
The National's will be the main event with the priority given to getting a result in all divisions and access to the best riding zone. This year we will see a very close race in all divisions as there will be no Andy Yates (as mentioned), no Marine Sudre (womens), no Tom Ryan (juniors)!

The judging panel will consist of three well respected kiteboarders and two outstanding Pro wakeboarders. One of them judged last years Nationals, and is really amped on being involved again.

Yes, the word from the judges is power and style in all divisions! More will be delivered at the riders brief on the Wednesday morning.

As it is a freestyle event riders can if they choose and the conditions suit, make use of the rails/kickers in their heats.

It is going to be a fantastic event all round. Something for everyone! Park-Big Air-Freestyle Nationals - Freeride......yeah

he did somthing to his knee, somthing about the cartilage