I have bought lots of stuff from amazon and I assure you the shipping is not free.

but it just the first example i found

i have sent a few email to shops in thailand ,usa,UK and Europe to see if they will post to aust and if they quote with freight cost

for some one like myself looking to get into the sport - Windsurfing/sailboard is really expensive

I've bought stuff local, in WA and overseas. Generally the most expensive is local (NSW), then WA, then overseas is generally cheaper (especially with the dollar like it is currently)

Never had a problem with any of the purchases, all have arrived in good condition with no damage.

I bought a brand new sail from the UK which cost $700 shipped, I was quoted over $900 here for it. Of the $700 about $200 was shipping charges.

One thing to remember is if it costs over $1000 you will be liable for the GST when it arrives.

i thought buying from Asian country would be the cheapest but seam like the UK is cheaper

I have had a few reply email just trying to would out the cost with freight to see if it cheaper

i completely understand that we should support Aust shop , but why cant they lower there prices to get more ppl into the sport

i cant believe - to hire gear it cost 10% of the value ($200 a day) after 10 day they made enough to buy a new one .

i think it great some of the shop that run the demo day and free trial