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by Cory M
Fri Dec 23, 2011 3:48 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: BLADES, BLACK ICE & BIG SMILES
Replies: 28
Views: 14536

Re: BLADES, BLACK ICE & BIG SMILES

We went out to tonka for a couple hours with the skates and 3m trainer (Spring Park Bay). I've been waiting for a few years for the conditions to line up like that. Wind was strong for the most part and the 3m was plenty for me, even towed the wife for a few runs. Surface was smooth but maybe not as...
by Cory M
Mon Dec 05, 2011 11:55 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Replies: 4
Views: 2464

Re: Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Yeah, I'm a bit jealous you live so close. I had a great time living there especially with all the lake effects. Wife and I are taking a trip up this winter to porkies and whitecap. I ran across this video a while back of a desperate chap snowkiting early season near baraga. They get plenty of lake ...
by Cory M
Mon Dec 05, 2011 9:42 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Replies: 4
Views: 2464

Re: Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Nick, Looks like a nice season in the UP, eh? Recognize a lot of those spots in the Keweenaw but not sure about some. Anywhere to snowkite in your area?
by Cory M
Thu Aug 18, 2011 9:08 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: SUPing, SUSing, and SUKing
Replies: 12
Views: 6233

Re: SUPing, SUSing, and SUKing

Came accross this interesting photo and thought I'd share. Appears to be practical SUP in Thailand if I were to guess the locale. Wonder how long they've been using this form of transport?
by Cory M
Tue Aug 16, 2011 12:56 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: bowstring today
Replies: 2
Views: 1688

Re: bowstring today

Will not be able to make it today but please report how that works out for you. I spend quite a bit of time in that area. Thanks and good luck!
by Cory M
Tue Jun 21, 2011 10:07 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Replies: 0
Views: 1287

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Short write-up of my experience in Jamaica in the Destination section. Also a few photos in the gallery.
by Cory M
Tue Jun 21, 2011 10:04 pm
Forum: Destinations
Topic: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Replies: 0
Views: 6438

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Was in Jamaica for a wedding June 12-18. Went kiting one day with Julia and Santino with kiteboardingjamaica.com. It was very windy everyday I was there but I was busy the rest of the days with the people from the wedding and other activities. But I'm glad I connected with Julia for one day who oper...
by Cory M
Wed Apr 20, 2011 4:02 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Lake washington,Mille Lacs current conditions?
Replies: 5
Views: 2710

Re: Lake washington,Mille Lacs current conditions?

I kited Mille Lacs on the ice on Sunday. That is impressive :shock: I was up there on the 9th and it was tough to find a spot to walk on. The wind did not cooperate but it was the closest cross country skiable terrain around. The pressure ridges had some open water too that was difficult to cross a...
by Cory M
Sat Apr 09, 2011 8:40 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Milly Friday???
Replies: 6
Views: 3029

Re: Milly Friday???

:P

Thanks!
by Cory M
Fri Apr 08, 2011 1:41 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Milly Friday???
Replies: 6
Views: 3029

Re: Milly Friday???

Please give a report when you get back. Thanks!
by Cory M
Wed Apr 06, 2011 1:32 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Mille Lacs Ice Conditions
Replies: 1
Views: 1778

Re: Mille Lacs Ice Conditions

Nice find! Think I may have to join the beach party up there this weekend since I won't be heading to SPI.
by Cory M
Tue Apr 05, 2011 10:30 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Is anyone going out on the ice today?
Replies: 5
Views: 2845

Re: Is anyone going out on the ice today?

I was looking around over the weekend. I couldn't find a spot on Waconia or Mtka that you could walk on. Using a ladder or a board may have been a possibility but there was no other people around so I decided not to risk it. Mille Lacs may be a better possibility but it's a long way to drive for a c...
by Cory M
Wed Mar 30, 2011 12:01 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Friday 4/1 and Saturday 4/2
Replies: 4
Views: 2366

Re: Friday 4/1 and Saturday 4/2

I am keeping an eye on the wind forecast and may take a drive to Waconia to view conditions today or tomorrow. I won't be able to ride Fri but maybe Sat or Sun. If I read the 10 day MRF correct, it appears the isobars are closer/wind stronger for Sunday. Sunday is actually Monday on the graphic due ...
by Cory M
Fri Mar 18, 2011 7:04 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Great Lakes Vid
Replies: 0
Views: 1396

Great Lakes Vid

If you havent seen this one it is worth a watch. Footy is a few years old but the music is good and waves section inspiring. Most of the footage is from MI; makes me want to spend more time there.

http://vimeo.com/2771711
by Cory M
Wed Mar 16, 2011 4:06 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Wednesday?
Replies: 11
Views: 4644

Re: Wednesday?

In my opinion, some of the best kiting on the ice is yet to come. Once the snow melts and water drains, it often creates a great soft surface that can hold an edge really well. Since the ice is so thick these conditions can last for a couple weeks. T-shirst, sun, and more daylight. Bittersweet as yo...
by Cory M
Mon Mar 07, 2011 10:08 am
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: X-ing Pictures
Replies: 5
Views: 3528

Re: X-ing Pictures

Diggin' that last photo with the effects Kelcher. The only thing that could have made it better was if my kite was in the shot :) I guess I'll have to ride more in the crowd next time. I was the guy ridin the orange and yellow TD1 by you on the last day.
by Cory M
Thu Mar 03, 2011 1:36 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Snowkite Soldier Video - Nathan
Replies: 6
Views: 3061

Snowkite Soldier Video - Nathan

Thought everyone would appreciate the spectacular riding of our own Nathan Borer. Not only great riding but a nice video perspective and good music too. Way to go Nathan and thanks again for those early lessons years ago!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rfg5breS_j8
by Cory M
Mon Feb 28, 2011 2:20 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: St Lucia Info and video
Replies: 2
Views: 1670

Re: St Lucia Info and video

Looked like a couple of nice rides! Thanks for posting.
by Cory M
Sat Feb 26, 2011 12:45 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Terry D, Bionic Man!
Replies: 14
Views: 6326

Re: Terry D, Bionic Man!

Best of luck Terry! As you're always one to encourage others, I wish you the same. See you out there soon.

Cory
by Cory M
Mon Feb 14, 2011 6:28 pm
Forum: LAKAWA Chat
Topic: Waconia Bound
Replies: 3
Views: 2407

Re: Waconia Bound

Thanks Eric. Glad you were able to get out there too. We had a good time in the sun. The wind clocked a bit more WNW and built later which was nice. Yes, soft snow left me wanting for better wax. I'm optimistic that we'll have some more winter. March can be pretty interesting. Heading up to Lake of ...