Open invitation to all windsurfers whether IWC members, WV members or non members of any organisation

Forward notice

28/29th November

Location: depending on forecast - Either Inverloch, Sandy Point, Point Henry/Swan Bay

One day will be nominated from the dates above, one week out, depending on forecast

Red light/Green light system will run with final green light called on Friday 27th November

GPS Freerace will be the feature of the day however other racing formats will happen on the day depending on the conditions

So those without GPS's can still be involved.

Other racing formats will allow for all skill levels from advanced beginner to experienced.

Race day will run in conditions from 10 kts to 30kts so bring longboards, short boards and anything inbetween.

Entry Fee
IWC Members $10
Guest members - $20
Guest members can attend one IWC event for insurance purposes. If they chose to attend more they will be required to become an IWC member with $10 from their first event fee being refunded against their membership fee.

Notice of Race and more event details posted shortly on IWC website
inverlochwindsurf.org.au/

ARE YOU QUICKER THAN YOUR MATE
WILL A LONGBOARD BE QUICKER THAN A SHORT BOARD OR A RACEBOARD
RACING SHARPENS YOUR SKILL SET

Play time

Great work getting this happening guys, all the best with your event.

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kato said..
Play time

Absolutely. The emphasis will be on keeping it simple, keeping it fun and making the events as inclusive as possible for windsurfers of all abilities.

I'm really looking forward to the first event.

Great event !
Let's all support it and sign up!

Any chance you could get a facebook event going for this?

Great thought OldM8. Not really new info age savy - need people like you to prod me.

www.facebook.com/groups/inverlochwindsurf/

Event created

Thanks!

Its a good way to communicate with people who are interested and also gets the info out to people who may not see it on here. Its also good because when it comes close you can change the date to the one you pick and the location you pick and it notifies all attending.

Great effort to get something going and I hope it can be a success, any reason that you are not planning on using the north end of the bay as an option and get the best chance of a decent seabreeze if the forecast is calling for one?

The way I look at it and I would expect most of my sailing mates would be the same is why would I drive over an hour to race in a fickle seabreeze when it cranking in the bay somewhere. Not a complaint just a question.

I know you Invy guys like swan bay and point henry maybe give us a bit of a run down on the best wind direction for those spots.

A good point. Well we're not ruling particular spots out. Just trying to spread events around to attract participants from all parts of the state and beyond. It's a good idea jman and we may look into it if things go well this season. Permits would be difficult in a Bayside location and that's sort of against the keep it simple philosophy.

At Invy the best wind directions are WSW and E. At Point Henry not sure. The West Coast crew can help with that. Sandy Point works in almost anything.

Good point Jman.
Adriano has covered most of it but just to fill in a little background.

When IWC committee first met and discussed a Race Day other locations like Port Phillip Bay where discussed. The overriding factor in the decisions on the locations where to meet the needs of the membership and run it where we could get the volunteers to assist. It was discussed that we did not want to clash with WV and what they maybe planning but if our membership wanted it and there where the volunteers to run it, Port Phillip Bay would be considered next season as well as other locations. The concept was always about making the events INCLUSIVE for all windsurfers like all IWC events in the past have been. IWC's 24/7 public liability insurance policy and accident insurance via Yachting Australia allows for "guest" membership so all are welcome.

Now for the IWC Racing Sub committee it is all about learning what we have to do to pull it off - it is all about "many small steps". We have an exciting grand plan but we need to create a strong base, get together a good team of volunteers and help it grow. Be patient with us as we learn, help us make it happen and we will see where this takes us.

The more people contribute ideas like Jman has the better the competition we can run.

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Old Salty said..
Good point Jman.
Adriano has covered most of it but just to fill in a little background.

When IWC committee first met and discussed a Race Day other locations like Port Phillip Bay where discussed. The overriding factor in the decisions on the locations where to meet the needs of the membership and run it where we could get the volunteers to assist. It was discussed that we did not want to clash with WV and what they maybe planning but if our membership wanted it and there where the volunteers to run it, Port Phillip Bay would be considered next season as well as other locations. The concept was always about making the events INCLUSIVE for all windsurfers like all IWC events in the past have been. IWC's 24/7 public liability insurance policy and accident insurance via Yachting Australia allows for "guest" membership so all are welcome.

Now for the IWC Racing Sub committee it is all about learning what we have to do to pull it off - it is all about "many small steps". We have an exciting grand plan but we need to create a strong base, get together a good team of volunteers and help it grow. Be patient with us as we learn, help us make it happen and we will see where this takes us.

The more people contribute ideas like Jman has the better the competition we can run.

Thanks for the explanation Doug.

Doug, now you have to explain why you are holding it on the same day as my daughter's Netball grand final.

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mr love said..
Doug, now you have to explain why you are holding it on the same day as my daughter's Netball grand final.

Might be on the Sunday You just have to arrange the wind for the right day

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mr love said..
Doug, now you have to explain why you are holding it on the same day as my daughter's Netball grand final.

Easily fixed mr love...we just need to find an actor to play the role of you in the grandstand at the side of court...
want me to set up some auditions???

Green screen

Cardboard cut out

There has been a question raised about insurance.

This event is about participation, but just so everyone is clear,

Since incorporation in 2011, IWC has carried a public liability insurance policy that covers the club, its members and guest members.
In previous years, the insurance was event based, however this year it is event and 24/7 based

Since the club became affiliated to Yachting Victoria, it has also been able to pass on the benefits of the Yachting Australia accident insurance policy to all paid up members.

Picked up the buoys today, getting closer. Who's ready????

Are there categories or does Kato have to try beat me?

I'll be restricted to the beach as I'm on standby for fires.

Naz you asked about race divisions

Race divisions will be devised on the day dependant on conditions and people who turn up.

Notice of Race is up at the following web address

inverlochwindsurf.org.au/events/invitational-race-day-notice-of-race/

Location will be established Wednesday night

Stay tuned

I've been doing the wind dance all week, I hope we will have enough to go out and play!

Amber light - there is some wind appearing on Sunday but light. Will update Thursday and final call Friday evening

Seems strange after two full on days of wind we cannot score it for the weekend. Anyway final call tomorrow night and we will look at rescheduling it for the following weekend.

Well sorry about this but put on a comp and the wind disappears
Reload for next week end

All part of the relaxed approach Doug. Fingers crossed for some wind next week.