Green Island 2019

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GINats
GINats
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8 Jul 2019 4:37pm
. . . Mahalo Monday . . .


. . . Green Island wouldn't be such fun without real action photos . . .
. . . Every year we've captured the beauty, excitement and fun times . .
. . . From the benchmark of all windsurf lensmen, John JC Carter. . .
. . . To Severne's own Paul McGill in 2018 . . .
. . . And in between, this guy, GI's very own. He definitely knows his way around the reef as well as a DSLR . . .
. . . A big THANKS - Mahalo nui loa ! - from everyone who has enjoyed all the coverage ! ! !
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
9 Jul 2019 5:42pm

. . . Two Up Tuesday ???


. . . Nahhhh..... Too (Lit) Up Tuesday ! ! !
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
10 Jul 2019 5:45pm
. . . Midweek mellow . . .


. . . A warm relaxing sunset over the Coral Sea highlights the end of another magnificent GI day. . .
. . . An otherwise random location, that tree is pretty familiar to Nats natives. . .
. . . Down on the dock the 4.30 has long departed. Social hour for resort guests ? ? ?
. . . Well, it's GI hospitality. . . So you "get the picture" . . .Cheers ! ? !
Tardy
Tardy
5337 posts
5337 posts
11 Jul 2019 2:49pm
ausbinny said..


awesome little vid ..now thats a bloody good day sailing ...
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
11 Jul 2019 6:25pm

. . . Throwdown Thursday ? ? ?



. . . Well, let's look at it like this ; that one's a little bit more than just "laid" down". . .
. . . Commitment . Nice. . .
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
12 Jul 2019 1:35pm

. . . Fast Friday from 'Fifteen. . .


. . . Each slalom final had a distinctive flavor to it that year. . .
. . . Some pretty spiced up racing, served up with super close man-on-man competition. . .
. . .The main "ingredients" in that high speed action focused on these 3. . .
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
13 Jul 2019 2:07pm

. . . Seven Sailor Slalom Saturday. . .


. . . Significance? Seven sunsets til it gets serious. . .
. . . Or Seven degrees down South ? ? ?
. . . Or is that one week to go and one degree down South ; ) ? ? ?
. . . Either way. Island time. Sweet. . .

Kazza
Kazza
TAS
2344 posts
TAS, 2344 posts
14 Jul 2019 11:54am
Snowy Sunday down south. Snow is all over Mt Wellington. Looking forward to some fun in the sun


GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
14 Jul 2019 2:52pm
. . . Something like that ? ? ? Sensational Sunny Sunday. . .


. . . well, at least in some places. . .


Kel71
Kel71
QLD
65 posts
QLD, 65 posts
14 Jul 2019 6:05pm





Where was everyone? No snow today, but plenty of white caps????
Very nice 20 to 25knts, 26 degrees and clear skies!
See you all soon????
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
15 Jul 2019 6:07pm
. . . MO . MC . Monday . . .



. . . Wouldn't be right to get all the way to the end of this week and not sneak this in one. . .
. . . While Mo has brightened up our event, few people have been as supportive and positive as MC. . .
. . . Great to share a shot of them both enjoying it for exactly what it is. Fun times, for all. . .
. . . And thanks from all of us . For helping us all share that. . .

GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
16 Jul 2019 1:47pm
. . . Terminator Tuesday . . .
. . . Welcome to the newest entrant to the Grand Masters Event eligibility. . .



50 years ago this week, 3 guys took an out and back speed run out to a deserted rock a mere half million kms away from home. Two of them stopped off for a walk and in doing so created a legend of enormous proportions, the likes of which have not been seen before - or since.
Epic stuff.

50 years ago today marks another special occasion, as it was in fact the launch date of another legend, also of rather significant size, and one who went on to dominate our sport at a level of achievement also never seen before. Or since. In fact, to the extent that no other athlete in the history of our world has won more than 42 World Championships. Fewer still can go on to deliver performance and passion with the same level of intensity and motivation, well after most athletes have long since passed their prime. Also pretty epic stuff.

Congratulations Bjorn. And Happy 50th.

And in case you're wondering if he is, lucky for you GI guys, no he isn't. Your GI results potential remains unaffected...
Interesting perspective though...
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
16 Jul 2019 4:16pm
. . . PS : Want a bonus pretty picture ? ? ?
. . . Doesn't get to look a lot better. . .
. . . About as sweet as a 5 day event forecast could get ??

byronmc
byronmc
NSW
508 posts
NSW, 508 posts
16 Jul 2019 5:02pm
It is with much regret that I will not be attending the GI nats this year I have tried to overcome my back injury but it just isn't good enough so I have cancelled my flights. Yes I was booked in to go.
To add to my frustration I have been in hospital on a drip for bad case of the gut flu. How to loose 5 kg in 5 days just **** it out. It took me 3 months to gain 3 kg eating weight gainers and doing weights. Just started feeling better today.
I love this week and look forward to it every year it is so much fun sailing with the windsurfers from all around AUS and some other little countries not so far off AUS with like minder people that are there to have fun and experience what this event is all about.
I want to thank my good mate Murray for looking after me every year and now the dinner organising falls on him.
I want to really thank the organisers who have made this iconic event happen every year and to install such a fantastic fun culture at this event that it really is a credit to them.
Thanks for the wishes I will get better all good that way just need time so let me know the dates for next year I will be there.
All the best and enjoy.
ausbinny
ausbinny
200 posts
200 posts
16 Jul 2019 8:14pm
Yesterday @ GI

buzzy
buzzy
TAS
2433 posts
TAS, 2433 posts
16 Jul 2019 11:26pm
byronmc said..
It is with much regret that I will not be attending the GI nats this year I have tried to overcome my back injury but it just isn't good enough so I have cancelled my flights. Yes I was booked in to go.
To add to my frustration I have been in hospital on a drip for bad case of the gut flu. How to loose 5 kg in 5 days just **** it out. It took me 3 months to gain 3 kg eating weight gainers and doing weights. Just started feeling better today.
I love this week and look forward to it every year it is so much fun sailing with the windsurfers from all around AUS and some other little countries not so far off AUS with like minder people that are there to have fun and experience what this event is all about.
I want to thank my good mate Murray for looking after me every year and now the dinner organising falls on him.
I want to really thank the organisers who have made this iconic event happen every year and to install such a fantastic fun culture at this event that it really is a credit to them.
Thanks for the wishes I will get better all good that way just need time so let me know the dates for next year I will be there.
All the best and enjoy.


Hoping you get the back sorted out and come back stronger than ever. It wont be the same without you on the island. Your passion, enthusiasm and sportsmanship is infectious and it is a shame that you will be absent from the event. See you next year!!!
JonesySail
JonesySail
QLD
1122 posts
QLD, 1122 posts
17 Jul 2019 9:29am
the daily calendar images have been lacking shore based activity-, so starting today -

Woolshed Wednesday -





JonesySail
JonesySail
QLD
1122 posts
QLD, 1122 posts
17 Jul 2019 10:16am
and back tracking for the start of the week, no chance this will be happening on a Monday.

Mountain bike Monday-




JonesySail
JonesySail
QLD
1122 posts
QLD, 1122 posts
17 Jul 2019 10:19am
taco Tuesday at the pier Bar




GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
17 Jul 2019 4:47pm
. . . W. W. W. What can we say to that Wednesday???
. . . (apart from the fact that we are a political correct and respectful organisation)

. . . Considering the last few posts, this one's probably appropriate ??? - and more back on track ;)

Ladies and Gentlemen, our social coordinator for 2019 enjoys a quiet run with Muzza's chef for 2020. Back in the game soon BMc.
AUS4
AUS4
NSW
1296 posts
NSW, 1296 posts
17 Jul 2019 4:53pm
How will Murray fare he has lost 10 kilos, watch out for him at the jibe marks !!!
snorkel962
snorkel962
QLD
496 posts
QLD, 496 posts
17 Jul 2019 9:32pm
buzzy said..

byronmc said..
It is with much regret that I will not be attending the GI nats this year I have tried to overcome my back injury but it just isn't good enough so I have cancelled my flights. Yes I was booked in to go.
To add to my frustration I have been in hospital on a drip for bad case of the gut flu. How to loose 5 kg in 5 days just **** it out. It took me 3 months to gain 3 kg eating weight gainers and doing weights. Just started feeling better today.
I love this week and look forward to it every year it is so much fun sailing with the windsurfers from all around AUS and some other little countries not so far off AUS with like minder people that are there to have fun and experience what this event is all about.
I want to thank my good mate Murray for looking after me every year and now the dinner organising falls on him.
I want to really thank the organisers who have made this iconic event happen every year and to install such a fantastic fun culture at this event that it really is a credit to them.
Thanks for the wishes I will get better all good that way just need time so let me know the dates for next year I will be there.
All the best and enjoy.



Hoping you get the back sorted out and come back stronger than ever. It wont be the same without you on the island. Your passion, enthusiasm and sportsmanship is infectious and it is a shame that you will be absent from the event. See you next year!!!


Well said Kaleb. Byron wishing you a speedy recovery and catch-up water time to follow. Hope to see you up here next year ( and dont forget a trip to Burrum in March as well!)
snorkel962
snorkel962
QLD
496 posts
QLD, 496 posts
17 Jul 2019 9:34pm
Nearly time to head up! Here's to another fantastic week of Green magic!
GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
18 Jul 2019 11:16am
... THis is THeir year Thursday...

... Not the event shirt... But could be the shirt of the event!!!



GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
18 Jul 2019 1:00pm
... And in case you were wondering...
... Idyllic 15kt gusts to 17 on the Flats... Warm, sunny nearly balmy. Real. Right now.


GINats
GINats
QLD
111 posts
QLD, 111 posts
19 Jul 2019 6:20pm
...Fantastic Friday... Live from the Island...

ausbinny
ausbinny
200 posts
200 posts
23 Jul 2019 12:06pm
1st injury @ the island ! must be getting hectic out there !
ausbinny
ausbinny
200 posts
200 posts
26 Jul 2019 7:53pm
Some of the action

ka72
ka72
QLD
585 posts
QLD, 585 posts
28 Jul 2019 1:06pm
What an awesome week of windsurfing out on the reef! Big thank you to all the organisers and sponsors who put in all the effort to make this such a fun and well run event. Was great to catch up with everyone and fun to have so many girls compete this year. Also great to share event with my son.
Kel71
Kel71
QLD
65 posts
QLD, 65 posts
29 Jul 2019 8:52pm
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