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Thanks, Barry. I agree with Terry, we need more thought out responses like yours that explain how to handle events when they don't turn out as expected. I really like the calm and clarity you seemed to carry through a difficult situation. Also, thanks to Jim's swift response. Too often we assume eve...

Yes, it was a great four days. I spent two on WBL and two on Forest Lake. Such classic southerlies have been a little on the sparse side the past few years. I think Thursday was as good as Ramsey gets. Must say, the icing on the cake was paddling out in the middle of Forest Lake last night for the s...

Thanks for the positive, Steve. The honor was mine and everyone who got to experience that special night. You guys were on fire. Please know we're all in this boat together, sending our support through this challenging experience. I know your week will be full, but we'd be delighted to return the op...

Sounds pretty Gorgie. Hope it happens again. You got me drooling.

Hey Capt. Smith, Judd and I reported for duty bright and early at Tot Lot, locked and loaded. Pleased to report we're now home resting peacefully after executing our mission. Perfect conditions for port side attacks, easy out with long rollers allowing several turns coming in. Thanks for posting the...

I love this thread. It really speaks to some core principles of deepening our riding. The mind/body attaches to what we come to know. We hold that experience and then have to readjust with new conditions/equipment. Moving around on the board with confidence comes from the time spent exploring, as Ba...

Thanks for posting this, Barry. I'd also like to point out the confusion kiters and windsurfers have when in the waves. Windsurfers have always given rights to the outgoing rider. Kiteboarders give rights to the incoming rider. This is a confusion that has repeatedly come up when I've been riding wa...

What a great account! Reminds me of Van Morrison's song, "Mama Told Me There'd Be Days Like This". It's especially gratifying when it all comes together on a day when you were planning to have it come together.

What a great account! Reminds me of Van Morrison's song, "Mama Told Me There'd Be Days Like This". It's especially gratifying when it all comes together on a day when you were planning to have it come together.

Awesome. Looks to be beauuutifull up there today. Babysitting grandkids today with no regrets, but hoping you'll launch a couple for me. Looking for a full accounting.

That monster high pressure finally made it down here. We've had a couple days of strong northerly winds. One smooth day at the Flats and yesterday we went to Boca Chica to ride the south side of the Jetty. Judd, Jerry Crow and myself took off in the 45 degree weather. It's a forty minute drive down ...

I hadn't been to South Padre Island since 2007. It had been a regular spring visit for us since 1987. So great to see Phillip and Jibber. This place has the same welcoming feel as Worthington. Perhaps because of the great shared music passion found in so many riders. I've been blessed to meet up wit...

Just an update. Down here with Judd and Dianne. Came in Monday night. They're good friends with fellow Michigan kiter, Rusty. He told us yesterday that Lloyd was doing fine and will hopefully have many more days of full life in his body thanks to Marc. What a great feeling for us all. Thanks, Marc. ...

Just an update. Down here with Judd and Dianne. Came in Monday night. They're good friends with fellow Michigan kiter, Rusty. He told us yesterday that Lloyd was doing fine and will hopefully have many more days of full life in his body thanks to Marc. What a great feeling for us all. Thanks, Marc. ...

Thank you, Marc. Should let you all know that Mark Kedrowski dropped by Washington Square last Wednesday night when we were playing. He's here today because of similar heroes taking quick action. I can only hope I'll have the presence of mind to act as you did in such a time critical event. Prayers ...

Awesome images that capture the spirit of riding. Pete, you've given us so many great shots. Thanks!! I love the rollers.

Well, it wasn't South Padre, but hey, it was 12M, 52 degrees and in the middle of November, in Minnesota. Feeling very fortunate at this moment. Good luck tomorrow Pete. I've got obligations and can't join you on Pepin. Looks kind of extreme, something I think you're used to. Enjoy.

A fine party it was, great sharing the stoke, and El Tequila at days' end yesterday. The camp out was worth it. I once had a minister tell me it was fine to schedule church services anytime, as long as it was Sunday, 9-noon. Well, at 8 this morning Cannon was like yesterday, clear skies and SE. The ...

Sounds like a party not to be missed.

Dave, thanks for the great post. Your enthusiasm eased some of my angst for missing it. Sounds like an awesome day. I agree with Geoff, the degree of protection from the cold is crucial when visiting Mother. I ride with the Bare Polar when it gets in the 40's because of the thick neoprene in the leg...