i'd say its at least half waroo and then SS .. might even be more than 1/2 waroo .. mix of 07 and 06 brands.. few bullaroos..
saw a few north, wipika, there is a windwing demo van at the gorge.. saw 2 or three of the helix kites up close (they stick to the sand in lots of wind.. its odd.. the small V shaped opening when laying flat creates a vacuum sucking the kite to the ground. they flap MUCH less than the other kites on the beach.. canopy on either side of the middle struts are sucked to the sand.. odd odd odd.. kites look funky.. )
the people here all exactly like our local scene.. most everyone is in their 30's or above.. a very large female rider population.. and not just there to support their male friend in the sport.. they ride as strong as the men.. very cool..
everyone is laid back and helpful.. saw a group of guys trying to hot launch a 2002 slingshot directly down wind in 25+ gusts..
he should thank the gods for the large sandbar.. got dragged 200 feet before kite smacked the ground..
good times..
off to Rufus.. east of the gorge to try to see what it brings... expecting 20+..
later
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