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Matrix Style Windsurfing!

Today i decided to have a go at editing something similar to the last shot on the Simmerstyle video made by Gregoire Scherpe. I used some footage of Oisin IR777 doing a flaka. It's all very rough and only took a half hour to put together but I think with the right footage and two camera angles and a lot more time spent on small details of the move, it could look good!


If you haven't seen the simmer style video yet check it out here.

Wesolych Swiat Bozego Narodzenia

Not much wind today. I met with Oisin and Tom at Kilcrea. Thought there might be wind for a freestyle session. There wasn't enough for a sail so i gave my new camera a test run on anything that moved(ducks and swans)etc! Tom invited us back to his cool new apartment overlooking skerries south beach where we had a meal prepared by his mam and girlfriend of some very tasty Pierogi, a native polish dish.

Thanks Tom, Nice grub!

Merry Christmas Everyone

I would like to wish friends, family and everyone I have sailed with over the last year a Merry Christmas. Eat drink and be happy and I hope to see you on the water soon.

Andy

Oisin Hits the Lip Hard!

Both Oisin IR777 and Mikey IR253 caught some big waves over the weekend. Check out Mikey's new video set in Donegal.
Click Here

Also I'm just after watching Mattia Pedrani's new video on you tube. That guy has some serious moves. Its a pity he didn't wear a Santa hat. That would have looked cool. You'll see!

Photos of Saturday Session at Kilcrea

Here are some photos that Oisin kindly offered to take of me sailing on Saturday. Click Here

Santa Seen at kilcrea

Santa was seen on the estuary today. Looks like
he was out getting some last minute training in
before the big delivery on Wednesday night.







There was about ten people out but unfortunately the wind never really filled in. I enjoyed the session and pulled off my best boomerang gybe to date with a planning exit!

Secret Spot

Oisin Mailed me this shot yesterday from his Friday session somewhere over the west. The camera did'nt focus well due to spray and rain. I dont know where this shot was taken exactly. Looks like Jaws to me!

Not Long to Go Now

I'm looking forward to the holidays and a chance to go sailing. The weather looks good for the weekend. Loads of wind and a respectable temperature of 10/11 degrees.

Long Beach Flatland Jam

A short video of the 2008 Long Beach Flatland Jam. Enjoy

Keeping Busy

I had another week without windsurfing. The van battery went flat after sitting on the drive for three weeks. I decided to make the most of the cold weather and do a few repairs. I finally finished the graphics on my 90l freestyle. Took two years to get round to that one! Turned out ok. I also waxed the zips on my sail bags to stop them seizing. Think its time to join a gym for a month or two.

Babe of the Month

This months babe award goes to 'Pearl Beach Barbie'. She hasn't been windsurfing long. You can tell by her boom height. Get that boom up girl! I dont like that foot strap, or should i say ankle support configuration. It could cause trouble during ariel moves. While i'm at it get yourself a new mast. That's way too long for your 3.5 inch sail and you need to update your board. That cut out of the tail is so last century. Wait a minute, don't cry! I was only trying to give you some advice!

Gorge Freestyle 2008

Looks like we might have some warmer weather for the weekend according to the gods at windguru.
And check out another cool freestyle vid made at the Hatchery in June, 2008. Like the moves. Not sure about the Miami vice music.

Super Cool Video

If you haven't seen this video featured on the Simmerstyle site yet, check it out. It makes the hair stand up on the back of my neck, it's so cool! Featuring Yann Sorlut, Victor Fernandez and Jonas Ceballos. Look out for the matrix shot at the end.

Toothache from Hell

My foot is on the mend, but now i have the toothache from hell. It started on Monday and several packets of painkillers and a trip to the dentist later, it's still bangin! I haven't sailed in two weeks and, and, and its just not fair!! Maybe i'll take up bathroom surfing.

Check out this looney.


Fuerteventura Freestyle

Oisin's buddy Steve made a new freestyle video in Fuerteventura. Looks like the weather is a little bit better than what we are getting at present!

Check it out