I just got this message from the GSI guys at Torquay.
"SUP Rally Day with Surfing Vic at Cosy Corner for the 18th of Oct..Just a fun day with a small distance Paddle (couple of k's), and an expression session with a judging theme similar to the Mambo, where everyone who surfs votes the best performer. ..We'll have Demo boards etc. Basically the idea is to see how much interest there is out there and if the people doing it want to see some distance comps , surf comps or both"
It sounds great..I'll be there and I hope we get a good turn up.
I'll pass on more info as I get it..and look out for fliers on your local surf shops.
For those who don't know Cosy Corner is in the background of my second pic..looking left from Pt Danger..It's a perfect SUP spot.
DJ
Sounds like a good day out for you guy's in Vic DJ, plenty of stuff happening already, i hope it filters to south oz as well.
I'll be there DJ. I should think Ryan will be interested, and my daughter Kate will be back from overseas, and she'll want to have a go.
If we can get a few people it will be great.
Just had a few calls regarding Accomodation here at Torquay for the Rally in Oct, some people are looking to make a weekend trip down .
Here are some basic accom at local caravan park a stone throw from the Local Torquay Pub & epic waves.
www.torquayholidayresort.com.au/accommodation/
OR
Surf City Motel
35 The Esplanade Torquay
Ph : 0352613492
New The Crowne Plaza
100 The Esplanade Torquay
Ph : 1800770656
There's plenty more to choose from .
Rich
Hi Dave ,
No , but judging from the response from the new posters in our stores "SUP RALLY" will be huge .. !!
High tide has also been very well planned by Matty Martin from Global Surf Industries at 1.36pm on Sat 18th (perfect for Cosy corner).
We just need a light breeze , 4-6 foot swell & plenty of cold beer.
Rich
Spoke to Matty Martin today and DJ , ........that's correct STARBOARD have confirmed they will be there with a few boards ...they are travelling from WA to join in the FUN .
Here's a pic from Cosy Corner on a smaller day last Summer.
I've also just heard that Samantha from Kialoa paddles is coming down from Sydney with some paddles for people to demo.
So if you've wondered what all the fuss is about with these great paddle's here's your chance.
She should even have one of the new Kialoa Methane paddles that's been developed with Blane Chambers at Paddle Surf Hawaii.
I can't wait to try that one... It just keeps getting bigger and bigger...
I'm also keen to try one of Bob McTavish's new SUP boards.
DJ
Hi Kevin ,
This event from GSI will have something for everyone ..... Demo out from entry level boards / paddles from most major brands ,to a short paddle race & expression wave session for all .
It's all about having fun !
No more news at this stage , think the car parks will be full .
Rich
Some bad news from the West unfortunately we won't be able to make it over for the event with all the Starboard demo boards.
I think Fab from RPS wll still be heading down with a few Starboards.
Hopefully we will still get over to Melbourne and Torquay in the coming months.
Sorry about that.
Check out our competition on Seabreeze and you may be able to win one, which is a lot better than demoeing one.
Ian
Auswind.
No probs Ian ,thanks for letting us know.
The new Starboard range looks amazing , im sure there would be plenty of interest to demo some of new board range in the future here in Victoria .
Look forward to catching up with Fab and the RSP crew next weekend.
Rich
I'm expecting lots of photos and video clips (maybe SuckerCam?) from you guys - for those of us who can't get there.
Hi Casso ,
No probs will make sure i take some video action.
Champcrow ,
The distance paddle race last time i spoke to Matty Martin (GSI), was from Cosy Corner to Fisho's beach and retun . So this is a short distance race so everyone can have a go.......approx 2-kms total.
Going to paddle the race track tonight to see if i can make it !!
Rich
Thanks Stuey.
Hey guys (and gals) that are coming down to Torquay Saturday.. JB is bringing down the new Naish Gun..
I think it's the only one in Oz and I can't wait to check it out.
DJ
www.weather.com.au/vic/torquay
Today here in Torquay the weather is Perfect (No breeze) and tomorrow is looking better !
Rich