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Old 12-02-2008, 09:27 AM
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Hello Tatiana,

I hope you have a good visit to SE Florida. It is good you are staying up wind which is really necessary skill at both designated launches in Pompano and Ft. Lauderdale. The only place open to kiting currently in Pompano is NE 16 St., so I would head down there.

Info about the Pompano rules appears at:
http://fksa.org/showthread.php?t=7211

and about Ft. Lauderdale at:
http://www.kitesurfusa.com/ftlaudksurfzone.jpg
(this is just a diagram of the launch, ask for info from the staff at Tiki Beach for specifics while you are there before setting up)

It is hard to say with any accuracy what things will be like a week off. I know some sites throw out forecasts but the level of uncertainty is quite high. The good news is that regular cold fronts are coming through currently so the odds are for some good wind during a ten day stay. Also, at 125 lbs. you can do a lot at the low end that heavier folks can't manage. If you can carry all three kites it would be best. At the same time, you might be able to get away carrying two kites down depending on overlap and your wind range with them. What would you guess your wind ranges are with the 13 and 7 m kites?

For realtime wind and weather forecast info for the area, checkout:
http://fksa.org/showthread.php?t=6734

Hey Guys, anyone down in the Ft. Lauderdale-Pompano areas that could help Tatiana out with carpooling?
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