No offence, but sounds like you haven't been down that way in a while Mineral. The only reason learner windsurfers are out there is because
WA Surf base themselves there. I've been out on my 8m and 25+ Knots, he has them out there floating around not even being able to sheet in the sail. You reckon that's learning skills, nah just improving balance mate.
What other info do students get for their money?. The other day I had an incident where I thought a poley was in trouble. Fact was he's still learning, but on his own gear without instruction. Fair enough, got to move on at some point. Now I've been out of the sport for a while, but I still remember 25+knots means small board small sail. This guy was out on a huge board with a sail that looked at least a 5.5m. He not only put himself at risk in amongst all the kiter's, but on his way into shore he nearly collected a bunch of poley's head on doing some high speed. So if the SBWC are so helpful why don't they give this guy some simple tips, like let the condition's determine which equipment you use. If a kiter puts up a 12m in 30 knots he would be told it's irresponsible.
BTW the kiter's pic's you posted are more local than any poley down there, they are both very considerate and always look before boosting.
Also I can't believe how many windsurfers stop for a 10 min rest in the water. We use to go out for 3-4 hours and come in once to drink a litre of water, then straight back out. It's not like your in the waves getting worked over.
Anyway, IMO Shoalwater Bay around McClarty road carpark is best for learner kiter's and windsurfers. Maybe suggest to
WA surf they should move round there. Out of interest does he pay a fee for using public space to earn money? I know the other kite school do!
Good winds to all and don't forget to wave, especially you WA66.
