SandMonster Posted January 3, 2010 Report Posted January 3, 2010 (edited) New decade, new thread. Kitezone permit application form, rules and contact phone no. e-mail etc can all be found here: http://www.sefton.gov.uk/pdf/KiteZone%20Permit%20FORMS%20oct%2009.pdf Can regulars please note the new rule that prohibits launching or landing within 100m of the car park - this has been introduced because of accidents at other beaches involving kites & vehicles. Lets hope we get some warm windy weather soon Zone Map: http://www.sefton.gov.uk/pdf/KiteZone%20Maps.pdf Edited March 14, 2010 by SandMonster Quote
big-jon Posted January 3, 2010 Report Posted January 3, 2010 Happy flying in 2010 folks - lets hope we can get some good days down the 'dale this year?! Quote
PaulLaurie Posted January 3, 2010 Report Posted January 3, 2010 see y'all in March!!! Good, should be sooner Thanks for that Mike, didn't have the updates links Happy 2010 Quote
SandMonster Posted January 3, 2010 Author Report Posted January 3, 2010 see y'all in March!!! Don't you get time off for good behaviour? Quote
grant965 Posted January 4, 2010 Report Posted January 4, 2010 hi, ive forgot the zones etc, does anyone have a link to the maps of them? Also, is there anything important i should know, as even after various attempts im still not on the mailing list, i used to get all updates of my mate but he doesn't kite anymore so ive not heard any news since about october. Quote
PaulLaurie Posted January 4, 2010 Report Posted January 4, 2010 hi, ive forgot the zones etc, does anyone have a link to the maps of them? Also, is there anything important i should know, as even after various attempts im still not on the mailing list, i used to get all updates of my mate but he doesn't kite anymore so ive not heard any news since about october. erm, look up Quote
grant965 Posted January 4, 2010 Report Posted January 4, 2010 ah cr4p, didnt see maps before lol thanks Quote
PaulLaurie Posted January 16, 2010 Report Posted January 16, 2010 Sunday, zero cloud, sun, 13mph westerly, dare we for our first 2010 trip of err 2010 to the 'dale Quote
SandMonster Posted January 17, 2010 Author Report Posted January 17, 2010 (edited) Definite pissabollity - just need to dig everything out of the shed..lol High tide 8.7m at 12-ish so probably not set off until about 1-ish? Edited January 17, 2010 by SandMonster Quote
danmon81 Posted January 21, 2010 Report Posted January 21, 2010 Just had an email saying the kitezone will be closed for all kiting activities on 6/7th February....PKA event (Para-kart??)... im sure you all know anyways. Dan Quote
big-jon Posted January 21, 2010 Report Posted January 21, 2010 PKA - Parakart Association - These guys look after the 'official' racing side of things in the buggy world It is a good event and anyone is welcome to go and try racing if you want, you would also get a chance to see the Countries best racers in action, with some very fast action going on - if the wind is right!!! Quote
Nick1599968727 Posted January 21, 2010 Report Posted January 21, 2010 Hi jon, just got us a low wind monster for the 24hour, 15m manta and have just seen your phot on popeyes hall of fame omg !!! Nick Quote
avspider Posted January 24, 2010 Report Posted January 24, 2010 Guys, the pka weekend is nearing. What do we have to sort so we can fly on the Friday? Quote
windjammer1599968715 Posted January 24, 2010 Report Posted January 24, 2010 Guys, the pka weekend is nearing. What do we have to sort so we can fly on the Friday? some wind:D Quote
big-jon Posted January 24, 2010 Report Posted January 24, 2010 Alan - you need a permit from Sefton, I think the links with all the info on how to get one are in the first post, If you ask nicely I think Gill will do most of it by fax/email and get it all sorted for you to just pick up on the day you get to the beach. If I remember the last race at Ainsdale we had lots of wind - maybe even a tadd too much?? You lot just need to remember how to buggy on something that is not very flat, that tests more than just how to hold onto a kite in a straight line!! Hope to come up and meet up with peeps at the race - even if I dont join in. Quote
DOWNHILL44 Posted January 26, 2010 Report Posted January 26, 2010 Hi All any of you locals know where i can park my camper van as i am coming up for the Pka race and not sure where is best to park.Cheers Dai Quote
big-jon Posted January 26, 2010 Report Posted January 26, 2010 PM sent Dai, The entrance to the beach is rather 'bumpy' at the moment whith some big rutts and dips in it! John you may have a problem getting your big camper thingy on - if you are bringing it!? It may be fine though as the Council are constantly working on it and you never know what the tide will do to Ainsdale till it comes and goes!! Quote
JohnDave Posted January 28, 2010 Report Posted January 28, 2010 Hi All any of you locals know where i can park my camper van as i am coming up for the Pka race and not sure where is best to park.Cheers Dai Drive onto the beach and turn right. Wait till night fall and flash your lights for extra camping activities Quote
PaulLaurie Posted January 28, 2010 Report Posted January 28, 2010 Bother, I've always been turning left once on the beach. Would I have been having more fun on the right? Which beach permit do I need for that? Quote
SandMonster Posted February 6, 2010 Author Report Posted February 6, 2010 Looks like the old Ainsdale Events curse has struck again - nay wind! Quote
kikabyte Posted February 12, 2010 Report Posted February 12, 2010 Hi, Quick question, me + friends are coming down for some kite surfing in a few months, and also last year we did some sand sledging (large wooden sledge for two people) using a car to tow it at Morcambe bay... do you think we could do it here? Or is there not much room, or speed restrictions etc etc? Thanks in advance! Quote
PaulLaurie Posted February 13, 2010 Report Posted February 13, 2010 You can kite surf if you get a permit (links above) but car sand sledging is a big no no! Aside from the fact it's dumb and dangerous there is a 10mph speed limit in the car parking area and it's a designated highway so you will be done by the police. The beach is covered by the highways act meaning all the same restrictions apply as for driving on the road. You could car sledge up the M1 or M6 on the way if you wanted although you may just get done there too Quote
PaulLaurie Posted March 14, 2010 Report Posted March 14, 2010 Anyone on here been down the beach at all recently, just wondered if it's still there?. Got my 'fair weather' kiter head on due to age so not been down. Doh! Just looked at forecast and looks perfect for today and the suns out in Manc. Mother's day stops play though Somebody should have a ball today? Quote
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