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Old 02-27-2006, 08:58 AM
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The race was fun and a great learning experience for me. The forcast called for 25 to 30 mph winds. I put up a RRD 10m kite and I was way under powered and ended up making it an endurance race. I really had a great time and I know next time go with the gut instinct and not make my judgments off second hand forcast.

Sorry you couldn't make it out and we will see you next time.

-Chris
Glad it was an interesting experience although unfortunately an underpowered one. This front resembled the one that came through with the last boardercross. You remember the forecast and what the winds did then, stayed up pretty much all day. In this case, the wind changed direction, spiked way up and eased off instead of staying up per the NWS forecast. Depending on when you started the race, checking realtime winds upweather or to the north might have indicated some softening of the wind. You can receive this stuff on quite a few cell phones these days. if you are away from a computer. The Skyway record stayed up more than others, is this an artifact with the sensor or is it just windier there?

How many riders were in the race? Who were the first group of kiters to come in?
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Old 02-27-2006, 02:19 PM
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That sensor at the Skyway sucks, it always reads high. We were going to have an instant win for who ever takes the sensor out while riding in the race.

The race consisted of 30 riders and we left from the Gandy Causeway at 11:00 am. We had two local guys placed first and second. I don't remember who was first but Kevin Reali placed second. Stacy Fonas was the first girl who crossed.

I am still waiting on people to post pictures.

BTW, they place the slider (AKA, The Bone Crusher) out at the Skyway late yesterday and had a couple of guys get messed up. ouch. Look for the video on kiteflix.com, I am sure George taped it.


http://flkitesurf.com/viewtopic.php?t=1498&start=0

http://photos.colinmackenzie.net/Kit...20Kite%20Race/
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Old 02-27-2006, 10:32 PM
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WOW!!! What can you say besides this was an awesome weekend!

The 2006 TampaBay KiteMasters was completed this weekend with nearly perfect conditions. Saturday provided wind for another exciting bordercross hosted by Neil Hutchinson of X-Rated Kiteboarding. Strong northeast winds on Sunday propelled 33 kitesurfers across Tampa Bay to complete the first ever kitesurfing race in St Petersburg, Florida.

There are many persons I would like to thank but first and foremost are the athletes who competed. Some were faster than others but NO ONE quit and EVERYONE was at the finish line safely. The riders listed below all deserve recognition for their efforts. For many this was there first race and for some.. their first downwinder ever.

2006 TampaBay KiteMasters RACE competitors
(in no particular order)

DENNIS YEROKIN
JOHN HAUS
CHRIS MOORE
H TRIMBLE II
STEVE SADLER
BRYAN MAIERITSCH
MIKE HIGGINS
MIKE HALL
TOM STOCK
NEIL HUTCHINSON
KENT MARINKOVIC
RAUL ARGILAGOS
ANTONIO MARTINHO
PJ MAUGHON
GENE LIKHTEREV
JOSH TAYLOR
MATT GARETT
SHAWN WARMOUTH
ROB MCCLANAHAN
JEFF URFER
CHRIS BARRS
RANDY RADCLIFF
STACEY FONAS
BARB DRAVES
ALLEM WIINAMAKI
COLLIN MACKENZIE
DEMIAN THOMAS
ALEX BLOCHINGER
ANDREA ESNO
KEVIN REALI
GARY MENK
TY LUCKETT
CLARISSA HEMPEL


Several local kitesurfers and friends donated their time and use of their vessels to ensure the safety of the competitors. Thank You to all boat captains and crews for making this a safe event for everyone.

TOBY WILSON
CHRIS SEDIVY
GARNER KOONS
ALYSSA HIGGINS
BILLY PARKER / TIFFENY SCHRADER
PAUL FOX
TIM CHASE
DOUG from GALATI Yachts

Bryan Eagle and Mira Miccio also deserve many thanks for their efforts. Unfortunately they encountered rough seas near the pier and had to make and emergency landing. Bryan and Mira were registered to race but unfortunately could not due to their dedication to making sure this was a safe event for everyone.


There are many companies who donated time and money to make the TampaBay KiteMasters a success. Without the support of these organizations an event such as this would not be possible. Please support them in the future as they have supported us today.

X-Rated Kiteboarding / Neil Hutchinson.
X-Rated showed up at their expense to hold, not one, but two unbelievable Bordercrosses. Their help in organizing and supporting the riders was critical.
http://www.xratedkiteboarding.com/

Watersports West
Steve and John from WaterSports West donated many of the prizes and countless hours of time. They also helped in getting vendors to donate swag for the competitors. Please remember to support this local kiteshop in TampaBay!
http://www.watersportswest.com/shopcart/agora.cgi

KiteFLix.com
George Saunders from KiteFLix is becoming a regular on the beaches of Pinellas County. Once again he made the trip from Delray Beach to film our events. Check out the best kitesurfing website at:
www.KiteFLix.com

Best Kiteboarding
Best Kiteboarding generously donated the first place prize and other swag. They also sent Stacey to compete making for several exciting events.
http://www.bestkiteboarding.com/

Waterboards
Lloyd of Waterboards is building a custom board for Alex Blochinger, the winner of the TampaBay KiteMasters Bordercross. Lloyd is currently building custom boards for the kitesurfing community. Contact him at:
http://www.waterboards.net/

KiteBillboard
PJ and Antonio went above and beyond in the making of the jerseys. Next time you see them on the beach be sure to give them props.
http://www.kitebillboard.com/

SilverFish Sunwear
Polarized Sunglasses for contestents and organizers
http://www.silverfish.com/

Jason Hahn Photography
Wanna look like a pro rider? Hire this guy to shoot your next session and you won't believe it's you ridin. Jason spent 6 hours in knee deep water and 35 knots of wind to get some of the best kitepics to date.
http://www.jasonhahn.com/

KB Magazine
Calendars
http://www.kbmag.com/

No Fear
T-Shirts and swag
http://www.nofear.com/

Red Bull
Thank them for your Wings!.... and your hangovers!
www.redbull.com

Bongos Beach Bar
An awesome place to party and celebrate.

Tom Stock
Website design and hosting
www.FLKitesurf.com/race

Chris Moore
Banner and Printing services.

H Trimble II
Video Projection equipment and expertise, Generator, etc. etc.

Catch47 Television
http://www.catch47.com/Home.html

Lori Argillagos / Van & Ashley (sorry I never got your last name)
Thank you to these individuals for stepping in and saving the day at the last minute. A local kitesurfer, who had committed to monitoring the finish line, bailed on us at the last minute. Lori, Van, and Ashley raced to the finish line and were there to check everyone off when they arrived. Our main concern was making sure that everyone was accounted for. That was always our first priority. I apologize for not having everyone's finish placement. Lori, Van, and Ashley deserve major props for selflessly helping during a critical moment. Thanks again.


The one thing I kept hearing from the non-local riders is how great we have it here. They were not just referring to the amazing beaches and kitesurfing conditions but the camaraderie between the riders. Many couldn't believe how well everyone in Tampa Bay worked together and helped each other.
Many kitesurfers have made very good friends while riding together and while hanging out on the beach waiting for wind. I am very grateful for the wonderful people I now consider close friends that I have met through kitesurfing. I could never imagine living my life without being able to kitesurf, but I think the most treasured thing this sport has given me is not the rush and thrill of riding but the people it has brought into my life. As our community grows I think it is important that we continue to support each other the way we have in the past.


The results for the 2006 TampaBay KiteMasters RACE:

1st Place: Chris Barrs (Tampa, FL)

2nd Place: Kevin Reali (St Petersburg, FL)

3rd Place: Demian Thomas (Ft Lauderdale, FL)



Top 3 Female riders were:

1. Stacey Fonas (Delray, FL)

2. Clarissa Hempel (Miami, FL)

3. Barb Draves (Bradenton, FL)


Best Effort Award

PJ Maughon


The BONECRUSHER Slider award

Gene Likhterev


Thanks again to everyone who helped put TampaBay on the map. Attached are 2 photos of the start. Anyone with pics or video they wish to share please forward them to me so we can put them all together.



til next year..............

jayson and julie orkins
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