Hi I anyone planning going down to Inverloch this Sunday?

I am hoping to get down there with my family to get more practice.

I haven't been there before and would like to know when is the best time to get there (I have been told when the tide is coming in), where is the best spot to park and rig up, and what to look out for. Bare in mind I am a complete novice.

Also my sister and her husband are probably coming down too so I wanted to know if there is a place I could borrow a couple of boards down there. I have enough rigs, but need some big stable boards so that they can at least have a little fun.

Also where is a good place to take the family out for lunch there.

Thanks.

We're not allowed to talk about the weather on these forums more than 2 days in advance otherwise the wrath of the Gingered Pom will be swift. Don't want to skunk the wind and all that rubbsih!

But....... I'm certainly thinking about taking a nice Sunday drive down to Inverloch this weekend...just for the fun of it, regardless of the forecast, etc.... Might see you there!

The Angling Club being the best spot to park, rig and launch. Plenty of cafe's etc. for lunch although all get very busy this time of year.

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ejmack said...

We're not allowed to talk about the weather on these forums more than 2 days in advance otherwise the wrath of the Gingered Pom will be swift. Don't want to skunk the wind and all that rubbsih!

But....... I'm certainly thinking about taking a nice Sunday drive down to Inverloch this weekend. Might see you there!

The Angling Club being the best spot to park, rig and launch. Plenty of cafe's etc. for lunch although all get very busy this time of year.

Yeah I'll be the guy trying to uphauling in gloves, and probably spending most of his time in the water either paddling to shore or falling off! If your not too embarressed, say HI!:)

Where exactly is the angling club? I did a search and it found the andersons inlet angling club about 200m inland on pier road. Is this right?

I think I will get there around the time the tide starts coming in on sunday which is around 10am I think, I have been told that the outgoing tide might be bit dangerous for a man of my limited ability.

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jermaldan said...

ejmack said...

We're not allowed to talk about the weather on these forums more than 2 days in advance otherwise the wrath of the Gingered Pom will be swift. Don't want to skunk the wind and all that rubbsih!

But....... I'm certainly thinking about taking a nice Sunday drive down to Inverloch this weekend. Might see you there!

The Angling Club being the best spot to park, rig and launch. Plenty of cafe's etc. for lunch although all get very busy this time of year.

Yeah I'll be the guy trying to uphauling in gloves, and probably spending most of his time in the water either paddling to shore or falling off! If your not too embarressed, say HI!:)

Where exactly is the angling club? I did a search and it found the andersons inlet angling club about 200m inland on pier road. Is this right?

I think I will get there around the time the tide starts coming in on sunday which is around 10am I think, I have been told that the outgoing tide might be bit dangerous for a man of my limited ability.

You've got the right spot - plenty of grass to rig up on. If you can, park your car to the right of the carpark near the club - gives you a little more room. You'll be sailing in a really safe spot and its good for the kids to splash around too. Don't worry too much about the outgoing tide - you'll be nowhere near the surf beach and the 'real' ocean and shouldn't be straying too far across the inlet if you're just starting out. However, its good to be aware of the tide and the current. The guys down at Inverloch are all very friendly and tend to keep an eye out for each other. I'll hopefully be there - grey CR-V/NP blue sails. There is a also a small hire franchise at this location - they mainly rent canoes but I think they may also hire smallish beginner rigs and big floaty boards. From memory, the place is called Zephyr Sports. Sure they'll be on the web. Good luck.

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CROWEMAN said...

You've got the right spot - plenty of grass to rig up on. If you can, park your car to the right of the carpark near the club - gives you a little more room. You'll be sailing in a really safe spot and its good for the kids to splash around too. Don't worry too much about the outgoing tide - you'll be nowhere near the surf beach and the 'real' ocean and shouldn't be straying too far across the inlet if you're just starting out. However, its good to be aware of the tide and the current. The guys down at Inverloch are all very friendly and tend to keep an eye out for each other. I'll hopefully be there - grey CR-V/NP blue sails. There is a also a small hire franchise at this location - they mainly rent canoes but I think they may also hire smallish beginner rigs and big floaty boards. From memory, the place is called Zephyr Sports. Sure they'll be on the web. Good luck.

I keep looking on the map but it does not seem like I am looking at the right spot. I saw a post where someone was saying it was right off the esplanade just past Cuttriss st? However type inverloch angling club into googlemaps and it goes way way inland.

I guess I wil get there eventiually, I will just keep driving down the esplanade untill I see all the sails!

Yeah, it's pretty easy..... if you see Tsunami's Cafe (opposite surf shop) on your left as you drive into town take the next left and then all the way to the caravan park....maybe a 1km in distance total. The Angling club is on the right near the entrance to the park. Bound to see plenty of kite's and sails if the forecast stays as is.

We'll probably be there same time. Dark VW Caddi Van or Ezzy sails on the water.

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ejmack said...

Yeah, it's pretty easy..... if you see Tsunami's Cafe (opposite surf shop) on your left as you drive into town take the next left and then all the way to the caravan park....maybe a 1km in distance total. The Angling club is on the right near the entrance to the park. Bound to see plenty of kite's and sails if the forecast stays as is.

We'll probably be there same time. Dark VW Caddi Van or Ezzy sails on the water.

Right that makes sense... Thanks!

The Angling Club is off The Esplanade and just up from the intersection of Cutriss St.
i'll be there as well.....silver X Trail
Mick

see you there Mick
the Jp challenge is on

if only I had a springtime lilac boom

Sounds like its going to be cosy:)

STOP IT [}:)], I,m headed to the Pit for a play Sun/Mon

You have a 4.0 i can borrow off ya Kato?? Hey all you guys should be coming along to the Robby Swift windsurf jam, thats on sunday at dendy st. It should be a awesome day If you can match his GPS time, you can win big prizes. I think Kato, with your super charged Koncept, you should be able to beat him

OK... so it looks like rain and real strong wind for Sunday. Not sure this makes for good learning conditions at Inverloch for me, OR the family picnic. All you hardcores go have fun, I'll probably end up going to see Robbie Swift locally.

Maybe next week. I will need to get a full length steamer for these colder days.

Saturday morning Ideal for learning
Light in the morning then building
I`ve been learning for years, I`ll be there for sure


Saturday Wind Rain Humid Temp
Morning Mostly Sunny. Mild. 12 km/h
W - 60% 23
Afternoon Mostly Sunny. Mild. Breezy. 34 km/h
SSW - 69% 24

cheers Laurie

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lozza38 said...

Saturday morning Ideal for learning
Light in the morning then building
I`ve been learning for years, I`ll be there for sure


Saturday Wind Rain Humid Temp
Morning Mostly Sunny. Mild. 12 km/h
W - 60% 23
Afternoon Mostly Sunny. Mild. Breezy. 34 km/h
SSW - 69% 24

cheers Laurie

I'll probably be going down for the arvo too