In 2014, the RNLI rescued an average of 24 people every day and that wouldn’t be possible without you. Your donations help us bring people back to their families. And that’s why we need you this Mayday.
For the months of June, July and August The IWA along with, Surfdock, Rusheen Bay and Jamie Knox, are offering you a great opportunity to win prizes just by introducing a friend or family member to our sport.
The first round of the IWA wave series kicked off the weekend of the 28/29 March. As it was a 1-day event the forecast looked better on the Sunday with 30-50knts easing to 20-30knts with a 3m swell. Some of the entrants arrived early and ventured out on Saturday evening as the wind started to build and logo high sets coming in.
Competitors in the second Kona One Design Windsurfing Nationals were greeted by absolute calm, glassy water last Saturday morning. At least this meant there was plenty of time to register, weigh in (a whole new experience for the registration team) and rig up, and of course enjoy the tea and scones. With sun and a light easterly wind forecast it was hoped a sea breeze would develop and allow everyone to go racing.
A BIG thank you to Nick and all the Downings windsurfing event Crew for running a brilliant event. Well looked after on the water, on the beach and entertaining us in the evening. 72 entrants of all ages and abilities on the water competing at the same time. Ranging in ages form 5 to 70 in Fun races, longboard races and even managed a few downwind slalom races - thanks to Ciaran's persistence. Thanks again to everyone involved and to all the competitors who took part. Look forward to seeing you all again next year.
Registration NOW OPEN... DOWNINGS WINDSURFING EVENT 2014 to be held on 19th & 20th July. All ages and abilities welcome. Saturday 19th July Registration on Beach at 9.00am, Racing starts at 11.00am. Sunday 20th July- Prize giving on the Beach at 4.30pm.