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gcdave

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  1. Heard a whisper pansh has a lei on the cards
  2. Isnt mobility great though Goz jeez we take it for granted when we have it Andy, yes it hurts and yes the metal work is meant to stay in except two screws.Did I mention it hurts? That big kick arse screw hurts the most, as it stops the tib and fib from seperating. Idea is so that the fib heals aligned up, as too much movement of the ankle seperates those two bones and whala, start everything over from scratch again. Ive broken bones before, spent my fair share of time in ER at hospitals, but this efforts my best yet The list of annoyances to this injury's longer then santas list
  3. I think u take the cake in metal work Goz Meds have all but run out now which sucks. Still getting use to the feeling of foreign crap in my leg, and the cast. Few more weeks of this current cast, then either a 4th cast for another 4/6wks or a moonboot plus physio. Most people seem to take 9-18months for 98% of full range of movement recovery. I'm keen to not miss this season out, but what happens happens Hope things up ur way are all good mate
  4. No silly buggar, just a tad aggressive going into a wave on the surfboard Recovery is slow, painful and each day it seemingly gets the slightest bit physically easier at least, but, what do ya do. Hopefully walking comfortably by christmas at this stage crossing fingers Havnt felt sand in my arse crack since august, and im itching to get back out on the water
  5. Complicated doesn't sound good mate. If its any consultation, i wont be getting a run in for a few months at least id say. Broke my fibular last week, and am currently part of the titanium club more surgery in a couple months and then the recovery road Feels good to have a straight head this week. Drugs are bad kids
  6. Keen as to see one of these in the flesh
  7. Nigel, know where ur coming from. Earlier this year I hit the 3 month mark with only 4 days off in that time! Ive only had about 4hrs solid on the water this winter and feeln it Sucks about the meds goz, but at least ur out and about now days. Bring on the spring northerlies and blow up toys
  8. Been tucked away in a dark corner goz Croc feedn time is april from memory Had to do a bathroom reno this year and ended up dipping out of feeding ur locals. back in the buggy all recovered mate?
  9. Usual story, the titles got nothing to do with the content of the post. But here's something close to said women/unicorn combo So, Whats been happening boys'n'gals? Just thought id say g'day to the XK peeps since things been a tad chaotic on this side of the screen for frigging aaaagges. Hope winters brought some joys to you land lubb'n dudes and dudetts Dave PS: Mr JKS, i havnt forgotten to call you back. I just don't know what to call you this time
  10. Prob safer with my floaties on then be caught on a buggy with some briskite lunatic with a high aspect kite up my clacka
  11. Not sure on the gc attendance yet. Either book late, or do a JKS I think i forget how to buggy
  12. 50+kts of direct onshore puffiness at my local. 120mB link and u need to sign up http://www.4shared.com/folder/uJS0_x11/Public.html Spewing i didnt go down the night before when it was hitting near 70kts
  13. Bend ur knees more as u go over the chop/waves strapless. Ur knees are ur suspension and will stop u from being yanked off the board even in gusty conditions. The next step up in jibes is going down wind to toeside,THEN switching stance once plaining Dave Ps: take those straps back off
  14. http://www.terraserver.com for the single high rez image requirements Dave
  15. 'ability to trim the board' probably describes the major advantage to strapless norm. Glad u gave it a try In choppy conditions u'll find that strapped will be less comfy,because ur front foot needs to be further forward. This lets the board hold more volume,and cushion the chop. Strapless lets u compensate for choppy conditions, wrong kite position, water currents in light wind and tweak things out First pointers id say about jibing would be to do a kinda stop start transition,where with slow/medium board speed slowly take the kite to 12 while bearing down wind. Just as the kite hits 12 (board not toeside), push the back of the board out to spoil board speed, redirect kite quickly and at the same time do ur fancy dance moves and smile for the camera. Intermediate jibes technique and airs tutorial will come at a later date. In the mean time, jibe jibe jibe jibe and jibe! One thing to remember is every board is different,and wants different foot position for different conditions of water and wind. Play with different foot positions,move ur center of gravity around on the board and try different boards once u can jibe,say, 8/10 times on one specific board. I say this because by then u'll be able to feel the difference in boards,and further improve ur technique as every single board offers a new technique to add to ur style. Dave
  16. Loose the straps, get urself onto a LEI and practice those jibes norm then you can put ur front foot further forward to cushion that bit of chop and make the ride more comfy You know you want to
  17. Now to fit the hydrofoil attachment
  18. Yerrp i can vouch for this experience as well. It occurs before,during and after a storm for obvious reasons. Ive also had it happen during heavy rain and high winds. Scarey stuff,considering that those tingles I personally had experienced had been felt from a distance of 20cm off the ground or water when landing. 1000v per 1cm in air is the generalised concensis I highly recommend NOT trying to seek this experience. Dave
  19. Nothing wrong with croc sliders - gota watch those locals tho
  20. Good to hear your on the mend Goz
  21. Need sun glasses to watch that Now i feel like the need for speed
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